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The Okinawan Sanchin-Ryu Karate Association Welcomes You!
Underwhelmed by the lack of affordable, quality karate progams available in your community? Interested in this type of program, but worried that it won't align with your ideals? We may have exactly what you're looking for!
The Art of Sanchin-Ryu
An artistic form of self-defense designed in a way so, that size or strength, age or athletic ability are not factors in defending one's self. Taught on an individual basis, students study in a non-competitive environment while working on Sanchin-Ryu's practical movements and no-nonsense approach to self-defense.
Our Non-Competitive Philosophy
Sanchin-Ryu does not participate in competitive tournaments of any kind. From our experience a non-competitive philosophy allows students to grow at their own pace, not determined by others around them. Advanced students participate in kumite (practice fighting) at a time when the student understands a deep level of focus and control.
Instructors of Sanchin-Ryu
In our art-form, not every black belt is an instructor, but every instructor must be at least a first-degree black belt before they can qualify for certification. Once certified, each instructor must attend continuing education classes to maintain certification, which are held by high ranking Masters of Sanchin-Ryu.
Where Sanchin-Ryu classes are offered
All Sanchin-Ryu programs are held through Community Education or Recreation Department programs. Since Sanchin-Ryu does not offer any private lessons or operate any private schools. This means you the student has more opportunities to study, both in their home class and at other locations nationwide. It is our goal to make the Sanchin-Ryu program available to everyone regardless of background or financial situation. Therefore our classes are among the most affordable in the country!
Sanchin-Ryu Program Descriptions
Sanchin-Ryu Karate offers a diverse selection of programs, designed specifically so that every person and/or family can find the right approach for them. Below is a listing of programs we offer in most of the communities our classes are featured in:
Youth Sanchin-Ryu Karate and Self-Defense
Our program combines two programs into one, The art of Sanchin-Ryu and Project: Secure Child!
- The Art of Sanchin-Ryu Karate. Children learn the Martial Art of Sanchin-Ryu, which builds self-confidence and develops focus and discipline. Students are taught alternatives to fighting in a positive, go-at-your-own-pace, environment. Parents are encouraged to attend and participate.
- Project: Secure Child. This program is designed to address the growing concerns we have for our kids safety today. Our goal is to empower children with proven techniques to handle a variety of everyday scenarios they may encounter. Topics include: How to deal with Strangers, Bullies, Peer Pressure, Conflict Resolution, etc.
Benefits of Sanchin-Ryu training:
- Improve concentration
- Enhance coordination
- Develop leadership skills
- Promote self-discipline
- Improve self-confidence
- Encourages physical fitness
- Learn crucial self-defense skills
Adult & Family (Open) Sanchin-Ryu Karate
Sanchin-Ryu is an artistic form of self-defense designed in a way, so that size or strength, age or athletic ability are not factors in defending one�s self. Taught on an individual basis, students study in a non-competitive environment while working on Sanchin-Ryu�s practical movements and no-nonsense approach to self-defense. To truly understand every facet of conflict resolution we study three levels of self-defense awareness; physical, mental and emotional. Advanced students of all ages ranking Green Belt (2nd level) and above are also welcome to continue their Sanchin-Ryu training in this class.
Grace Under Pressure, Mother/Daughter Women�s Self-Defense
This workshop is a hands-on study of personal protection at home, school and at the work place. Street wise techniques are designed in a way, so that size or strength, age or athletic ability are not factors in defending one�s self. Learn to act on stressful situations rather than being controlled by them in a fun, go-at-your-own-pace environment!
Sanchin-Ryu Karate Parent / Tot
Have fun with your little one as you both learn the fundamental movements of Sanchin-Ryu. Benefits of this program include: Enhanced balance and coordination, improved motor-skills and useful self-defense techniques. Classes are taught in a fun, high-energy environment!
Sanchin-Ryu Karate for Persons with Special Needs
Have fun learning the fundamental movements of Sanchin-Ryu. We teach people with special needs in both mixed-mainstream environments and with special needs groups. Many people that have taken our classes come harboring a fear or limiting belief about their ability to participate, especially about defending themselves in general. Sanchin-Ryu was designed specifically, so that any person can be effective with our techniques and exercises. Our program has helped many people overcome their self-doubt and find what they are truly capable of, no matter what their physical or mental ability.
Benefits of this program include: