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Benefits

Karate training benefits

Some of the benefits that accrue to practitioners of modern karate include:

 

  • Increased self-confidence
  • Improved ability to defend yourself and your loved ones  
  • Increased longevity  
  • Increased speed  
  • Improved flexibility and agility  
  • Improved coordination and balance  
  • Increased strength
  • Exposure to another culture

Membership benefits

  • Subscription to the association newsletter - Shuri-te Times
  • Access to website member pages
  • Participation in monthly all belt workouts
  • Participation in seminars with guest instructors from Okinawa or other U.S. states
  • Particpation in association social events