This is what sets us apart from other martial arts and self-defense schools:

• We are an authentic Karate dojo and the only one in the greater Syracuse, NY area. As you step through the door you will experience the traditional setup of our school built over three levels
• We teach the traditional Japanese Shotokan and Okinawan Gōjū-ryū Karate systems as they have been taught for hundreds of years. We do not teach ‘made up’ karate. We are firmly rooted in the spirit of authentic Karate
• When we instruct our students, they not only learn the essential and required karate moves and techniques, they are also taught the philosophy behind all katas and moves
• The dojo operates on the principles of discipline, courtesy and respect for all and by all
• Everyone is welcome at our dojo. Our students come from different backgrounds, have different abilities and capabilities, and have a diverse age range
• Our students do not compete against each other. They compete against themselves and against their own abilities, push themselves, develop at their own pace and are encouraged to do their personal best
• Classes are built around a healthy combination of mental and physical fitness, endurance, traditional katas, kumite sparring drills, and for intermediary and advanced students, traditional weapon systems or kobudo!

We care about our community. We hold fundraising events throughout the year for those less privileged.