Nanaimo Shotokan Karate-Do Assn is BCs longest-running karate club, celebrating 52 years as a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching karate-do in Nanaimo, BC. The club offers training sessions at Departure Bay Elementary School, with classes for juniors on Mondays and Wednesdays and senior belts on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. The club also holds summer training sessions at St. Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Catholic Church hall for the months of July and August.
The club follows the principles of Shotokan karate, emphasizing seeking perfection of character, being faithful, endeavouring, respecting others, and refraining from violent behaviour. Karate-do is seen as a lifetime study, promoting physical and mental fitness, discipline, and respect. The club is a proud member of ShotoCanada and is affiliated with Karate BC and Karate Canada.
The instructors at Nanaimo Shotokan Karate-Do Assn are dedicated to guiding students on their martial arts journey, helping them develop their skills, confidence, and discipline. The club has a board of directors who oversee its operations and ensure that it continues to uphold its values and mission. Over the years, the club has become a community of like-minded individuals who support each other in their martial arts practice.
Whether you are a beginner looking to start your karate journey or an experienced martial artist seeking to further your skills, Nanaimo Shotokan Karate-Do Assn welcomes individuals of all ages and abilities. Join us in training, learning, and growing in the art of Shotokan karate.