"The ultimate aim of the art of Karate lies not in victory or defeat, but in the perfection of the characters of its participants." — Gichin Funakoshi

(Tom Muzila's Kata, Self Defense, & Kumite Clinic in Seattle - May 30-31, 2009)

North Seattle Shotokan Karate Dojo is affiliated with Shotokan Karate of America (SKA), a non-profit organization teaching traditional Karate-do in the United States since 1955.

The mission of Shotokan Karate of America, as established by Shihan, Tsutomu Ohshima, is to “preserve, perpetuate, and advance the legacy of Shotokan Karate for the betterment of the lives of those who train, and to contribute positively to human history.”

Beginners are always welcome to North Seattle Shotokan. Regardless of age, sex, or current physical condition, you can begin karate practice and enjoy it.

North Seattle Shotokan practices are held at Meadowbrook Community Center which is located at 10517 35th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98125.

Beginning classes:          Monday          6:30-7:30pm          Wednesday    6:30-7:30pm Advanced classes:          Monday          6:30-8:30pm          Wednesday    6:30-8:30pm          Friday            7:00-8:45pm

In addition, a senior practice is held every Sunday at 10:00-12:00 for all SKA black and brown belts in the Seattle area.

NORTH SEATTLE SHOTOKAN INSTRUCTORS:

Nihad Khalaf, 4th degree black belt, co-founded and heads the North Seattle Shotokan Dojo. Nihad began karate practice in 1978 at the University of Colorado in Boulder, Colorado. He moved to Seattle in 1980. Nihad has been teaching karate for over 24 years.

Joel Blakely, 3rd degree black belt. Joel began karate practice in 1991 at North Seattle Shotokan. Joel practiced with several SKA affiliated dojos in Europe and Canada.

Anne Paxton, 2nd degree black belt. Anne began karate practice in1998 at North Seattle Shotokan Club.