UECHI-RYU KARATE
Uechi-Ryu is a dynamic Karate system which provides the student with a rounded fitness program for the body, mind and spirit. It places heavy emphasis on focus, self-discipline and inner calm. This style has a very systematic and structured approach, and an excellent choice for students with no prior martial arts experience to start with.
Uechi-Ryu Karate (also known as Shohei-Ryu) is one of the three core Karate styles practiced in Okinawa, Japan. It was developed from the Tiger, Dragon and Crane fighting systems of the Shaolin Temple in Southern China in the beginning of the 20th century. Basic self-defense strategies in Uechi-Ryu include blocking, grasping, punching, knee and elbow strikes, kicks to the legs and torso, evasive movement, sweeping, and throwing (appropriate to age levels). Uechi-Ryu emphasizes the use of the Shoken (one-knuckle fist), Wa-uke (circle-block), Nukite (spear-Hand), and the Sokusen (toe-kick.) For a brief history of Uechi-Ryu Karate click here. Chief Instructors Connie and Mark Flynn maintain close ties with, and are held in high regard by many of the highest living authorities in the world in Okinawa...the birthplace of Uechi-Ryu Karate.
Uechi-Ryu Karate (also known as Shohei-Ryu) is one of the three core Karate styles practiced in Okinawa, Japan. It was developed from the Tiger, Dragon and Crane fighting systems of the Shaolin Temple in Southern China in the beginning of the 20th century. Basic self-defense strategies in Uechi-Ryu include blocking, grasping, punching, knee and elbow strikes, kicks to the legs and torso, evasive movement, sweeping, and throwing (appropriate to age levels). Uechi-Ryu emphasizes the use of the Shoken (one-knuckle fist), Wa-uke (circle-block), Nukite (spear-Hand), and the Sokusen (toe-kick.) For a brief history of Uechi-Ryu Karate click here. Chief Instructors Connie and Mark Flynn maintain close ties with, and are held in high regard by many of the highest living authorities in the world in Okinawa...the birthplace of Uechi-Ryu Karate.
The greatest benefit of practicing Uechi-Ryu Karate in the modern era is the development of the mind, body, and spirit in a positive and constructive manner. In doing so, the practitioner is said to be a student of Karate-do, whereby they can maintain a higher level of overall health and fitness. Although this provides valuable skills for self-defense, the personal development aspects of long term practice can be far more rewarding to the student. Consistent training enhances the student’s strength, flexibility, endurance, and coordination concentration, focus, self-control and the ability to relax!
Students at the ZenQuest are grouped into several Student Divisions according to age, capabilities, and experience to maximize each student’s learning. For information on our Karate program for Youth (under 13) please visit Youth Karate.
The school features a knowledgeable team of experienced Instructors and support staff under the direction of Senseis Mark and Connie. High standards of instruction and authenticity are maintained under the guidance of Masters Shigeru Takamiyagi (Hanshi 10th Dan) and Toshio Higa (Kyoshi 9h Dan) of Okinawa, Japan.
Rank Certifications are issued by the Okinawan Karate-do Association. For information about the rank system and support information click HERE.
Students at the ZenQuest are grouped into several Student Divisions according to age, capabilities, and experience to maximize each student’s learning. For information on our Karate program for Youth (under 13) please visit Youth Karate.
The school features a knowledgeable team of experienced Instructors and support staff under the direction of Senseis Mark and Connie. High standards of instruction and authenticity are maintained under the guidance of Masters Shigeru Takamiyagi (Hanshi 10th Dan) and Toshio Higa (Kyoshi 9h Dan) of Okinawa, Japan.
Rank Certifications are issued by the Okinawan Karate-do Association. For information about the rank system and support information click HERE.
ADULT KARATE CLASS SCHEDULE
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TUESDAY: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM & 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
THURSDAY: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM & 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM FRIDAY: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM (Fundamentals) SATURDAY: 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM |
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