Toshikai Dojo, located in Nepean, has been offering martial arts instruction to the Ottawa community since 1997. Specializing in traditional Isshinryu Karate, Toshikai Dojo provides students with the opportunity to train with 14 black belts ranging from 1st to 6th degree.
Self-defence classes at Toshikai Dojo are designed to teach students how to protect themselves using Karate fundamentals. Instructors, including Shihan Tim Leonard, Sensei Shane Hale, and Sensei Deb Fuchek, aim to help students develop a martial arts base that can be applied in real-world situations.
Classes at Toshikai Dojo focus on traditional Karate, self-defence, and weapon proficiency. Students can also participate in weapon training using weapons such as the Bo, Sai, Tonfa, Jo, Knife, and Arnis. Classes are held in a formal yet friendly atmosphere, incorporating the history and tradition of martial arts.
Toshikai Dojo offers a variety of classes throughout the week, with a schedule that includes themes such as kobudo (traditional weapons), kata (sequence of movements), kumite (sparring), grappling, mental conditioning, agility, and physical training. Classes are held at Endeavour Martial Arts in Nepean, making it convenient for students in the Ottawa area.
For those interested in experiencing what Toshikai Dojo has to offer, the club provides two free classes for newcomers. With a focus on fitness, discipline, self-defence, and overall health, Toshikai Dojo is dedicated to helping students achieve their martial arts goals while fostering a sense of community within the Nepean area.