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Douvris Martial Arts, Karate, Kickboxing – Ottawa-East is the leading martial arts school in Ottawa, offering a wide range of programs for all ages and fitness levels. Owned and operated by Sensei Subhadra Shrestha, a karate World Champion, and Master Senseis John and Peter Douvris, founders of Douvris Martial Arts, the school has been serving the Ottawa community since 1984.
The school's focus is on helping students build confidence, strength, and a positive sense of physical and mental well-being. The karate programs at Douvris Martial Arts include classes for Tykes (ages 4-6), Kids (ages 7-12), Youth (ages 13-18), and Adults. Each program is designed to provide a complete approach to training in the martial arts, while also teaching important life skills such as respect, confidence, and self-discipline.
In addition to karate programs, Douvris Martial Arts offers a Fitness Kickboxing Program that is a focused, efficient, total-body training program delivering serious results. The school is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including air-conditioned gyms, clean change rooms, and free Wi-Fi in the waiting area. There is also plenty of free parking available for students and their families.
Douvris Martial Arts strongly believes in developing the character of its students along with teaching martial arts skills. The school's Striving for Excellence character development program, developed with 40 years of experience in teaching respect, confidence, and self-discipline, allows students to discuss, practice, and apply character development traits in their lives. Students receive a Karate Kids Workbook and a Karate Tykes Coloring book to complete each month at home, along with lessons designed to accompany the “Word of the Month” discussed in class.
With skilled instructors, a variety of programs for all ages, and a strong focus on character development, Douvris Martial Arts, Karate, Kickboxing – Ottawa-East is the perfect place for individuals looking to build confidence, strength, and a positive sense of well-being through martial arts training.