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Why Shotokan Karate?

Self-defense Fitness Posture Balance Concentration Awareness Confidence Discipline Accomplishment Self-esteem Character

Traditional Shotokan Karate maximizes the effectiveness of the body. This offers immediate advantage for self-defense and is used in everyday life. Proper training in Shotokan Karate sharpens both mental and physical aspects of our bodies. It improves our ability to focus and helps us control and leverage our potential.

 

Why Shotokan Karate for Children?

Karate is one of the best all around training for a child’s physical and mental growth. Child development experts now recognize the correlation between movement and cognitive learning especially movement that emphasizes balance and coordination like karate.

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Perfect practice makes perfect

 

 

 

 


In the dojo we pursue our goals and discover good friends

 

Missouri Karate Association (MKA)

The Missouri Karate Association (MKA) is a family-oriented dojo (school) that provides quality instruction in a safe yet challenging environment. Our goal is to offer an enjoyable and supportive atmosphere for men, women and children to practice Traditional Shotokan Karate.

"Karate has offered my son a clear sense of purpose and self-worth.   He feels good about himself ..."

MKA honors Master Hidetaka Nishiyama

We regret the loss of a great leader but celebrate his profound contributions to traditional Karate.

Master Hidetaka Nishiyama (1928-2008)