The word "karate" is known throughout every household in the world. It all began, however, on the tiny island of Okinawa, where karate was invented. While there are many versions of karate here in Rhode Island, most are so Americanized they barely resemble the practical martial arts of Okinawa. At Kodokai you will learn authentic karate- brought straight from the source.
Our traditional ways offer many benefits that do not immediately meet the eye. Weight loss, improved core strength, and more energy are physical improvements that most students realize quickly. Over time there is more.
Practice can change your outlook and help you become grounded- not over-reacting to the ups and downs of life. It can help you develop a calm demeanor with the composure to think more rationally and act more like the person you choose to be.
Our classes are structured, orderly and provide an incremental and safe approach to getting in shape and learning higher skills.
Karate is primarily an art for developing powerful strikes with the hands, feet, knees and elbows. Our classes also offer meditation skills, flexibility training, and a great cardio workout, all in a friendly supportive atmosphere.
Our karate is different from the "karate" that you may have seen in your neighborhood school. If you walk into a school to find plastic trophies, uniforms covered with embroidered patches or students wearing belts with stripes on them you have not found Okinawan karate, you have found commercialized American karate. It's not the same.
Everything that you will learn from us comes directly from the people who invented karate. Our karate is practical and proven. Our customs, philosophy and traditions are absolutely authentic and are teaching methods have been refined through thirty years of experience.
If you have always wanted to learn authentic karate or have been searching for a different school to continue your training, we can take you as far as you want to go. Our methods are historically accurate, rich in culture, and proven in self defense. You will enjoy a noncompetitive environment, and a personalized approach in a great training environment.
New friends, connections to Okinawa, credibility, a beautiful Dojo- you won't find better anywhere.
(401) 762-2201 175 Eddie Dowling Hwy. (Rt. 146A, Park Square) North Smithfield, RI 02895
