Purpose of Karate
One main purpose of Karate training is to develop
maturity and confidence, which our kids need
tremendously, especially in today's society. Karate
is founded on scientific principles of movement that
develop the student into an exceedingly well-rounded
individual, both physically and mentally. Through this
art, one can develop unity of mind, body, intellect,
emotions and spirit. Discipline is an excellent route to
achieving humility, respect and virtue.
Shotokan karate was founded by the “master of all masters”
Gishin Funakoshi. He pioneered for decades to define
karate as not only by a "fast punch" or a "powerful kick",
but through qualities of character. The Shotokan style is the
traditional Karate based on discipline, confidence, self-esteem, and respect.
Founder of Shotokan
Gichin Funakoshi
(November 10, 1868- April 26, 1957)
-"Karate is not only the acquisition of certain defensive skills, but also the mastering of the art of being a good and honest member of society"
-"The ultimate aim of karate lies not in victory nor defeat, but in the perfection of the character of its participants”
-"True Karate is this: that in daily life ones mind and body be trained and developed in a spirit of humility and that in critical times one can be devoted utterly to the cause of justice"
-Gichin Funakoshi.
