Our philosophy
is best reflected in the Dojo
Kun, or "dojo saying", which is
repeated at the end of each
class and Ni Ju Kun.  It
reminds students that
karate-do is not just about
training the body, but also
about perfecting character
and attitude.  It also reminds
students that the physical
and mental strength learned
through karate must be
accompanied by a moral code
of respect and restraint.

Dojo Kun:
Seek perfection of character
Be faithful
Endeavor
Respect others
Refrain from violent behavior
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Woodbine Shotokan Karate Club
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and self-defense.

With millions of karate students around the
world, Shotokan Karate is the most popular style
of traditional karate today.

Our program is designed to advance each
student using a “step-by-step” approach toward
his or her development in Shotokan Karate.  

Training primarily consists of:
• Kihon
- basic blocks, punches, kicks and stances
• Kata
- prearranged forms simulating combat
situations
• Kumite
- sparring (controlled and free-form)
.Shotokan Karate
is a traditional Japanese martial art dating
back to the early 1900’s.  It was founded by
Gichin Funakoshi and was the first style of
karate-do introduced to mainland Japan.

Master Funakoshi refined and
standardized the techniques of this art,
which is built on the perfection of
comparatively few techniques, rather than
a limited knowledge of many.  He deeply
believed that Shotokan Karate was a
means of developing a strong character
You may also call Sensei Yuri Isakovich 403-870-7755 or
at info@woodbinekarate.com for more information.
"The aim of Karate lies
not in victory, nor
defeat, but in the
perfection of the
character of its
participants."

Master
Gichin Funakoshi.