~SHIO KARATE-DO~
(pronounced shee-o)
A hybrid martial art, rooted in Shotokan focusing on:
KIHON (fundamentals/basics)
blocks, punches, strikes & kicks;
KATA (forms) patterns of movement depicting a fight against multiple opponents;
BONKAI (application) techniques used in self-defense.
~SHIO KARATE CLUB~
Shio Karate Club is affordable and designed for everyone in the family! We encourage participation of Moms, Dads, Kids, and even Grandparents! (Sorry no pets are eligible to train at this time :-)
Everyone can benefit from the study of karate-do!
~We treat all of our members with respect.
~We emphasize the positive attributes of everyone.
~We help our members gain self-esteem and achieve higher goals.
~We strengthen and support families within our community.
~We work together as a team and our individual talents emerge.
~SENSEI ~
Kate Sanson, Sensei
has been teaching karate for the last 12 years.
She has studied predominantly in the Japanese styles of Shotokan, Goju-ryu and Okinawan weapons (tonfa & bõ) since the mid-1990's.
In 2005, she expanded her training and knowledge to include I-SHIN a full contact martial art led by
Shihan Bernie Hartmann.
In 2008, she became the first female in the United States to earn a 1st Degree Black Belt in I-SHIN.
~FRIENDS OF SHIO KARATE CLUB ~
I-SHIN is a worldwide karate organization originating in Berlin, Germany in the early 1970's. I-SHINHonbu is located in Delray Beach, FL.
"Through Shihan's advanced training methods my eyes became open to see a brave new world of karate-do and it's endless possibilities. I am forever grateful for your support as a friend, and my teacher. Osu!"~Sensei Kate
~HONBU ~
In 2008, Sensei Kate knocked on many doors to find a location for a "not-for-profit" karate club. Pastor Carla Costantino &
St. John's United Methodist Church in Hope, NJ allowed us this privilege.
On May 15, 2008
SHIO KARATE CLUB was born an opened its doors to all that were interested in karate training. Some came from other karate schools, some were brand new to karate-do.
But all are welcomed!
~SHIO KARATE CLUB FAMILY~
In August of 2008, I had the distinct pleasure of working with long time friend and karate brother, Sensei Adam Casinha.
Together we created Shio Karate Club's Kata Archive which is now used on a regular basis by many students world-wide!!!
Sensei Adam's 30+ years of international karate experience guides and encourages me to continue towards greatness through karate-do both as a student and instructor.
As my only remaining Sensei, from Kokoro Karate International, you provide exemplary guidance in the realm of effective teaching methods through KATA. Visit often my friend! Osu!" -Sensei Kate
