Shorin-Ryu Karate USA
Founded by Grand Master Ansei Ueshiro
Under the direction of
Hanshi Robert Scaglione
Welcome!
We train in the traditional Shorin-Ryu Okinawan style of karate. Our mission is to develop students to their maximum potential in mind, body and spirit, and to bring students and families together in a fun and rewarding activity that fosters personal growth and community spirit. Everyone from an 8-year old child to an 80-year-old person can learn karate. We all start as beginners. No previous experience is necessary.
Schedule:
Monday: 6:45-8 pm – Longfellow School Gym (2nd and Orchard)
Wednesday: 6:45-8 pm – Longfellow School Gym (2nd and Orchard)
Saturday: 10-11:00 am – Northfield High School Auxiliary Gym
(Saturday class for Advanced Students — green tips and above)
Four-month Fees:
$49 per individual (unlimited classes)
$79 per family (unlimited classes)
Registration:
Register for classes through the Northfield Community Services Division. To register on-line, visit www.nfld.k12.mn.us, click on Community Services Division and then click on on-line registration.
Director: Shihan Bob Dobrow, Sho-Dan. Call 612-216-1206 for more information.
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Congratulations!
Testing and promotion was held on Wednesday, June 24th, 2009. Congratulations to our new Go-Kyu!

Testing June 24th 2009
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See the Technique of the Week from Shorin-Ryu black belts around the world.
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The Karate Creed
“I come to you with only Karate.
My hands are empty,
but I fear no man.
Should I be forced to defend myself,
my honor, or my principles;
should it be a matter of right or wrong, life or death…
Then here are my weapons,
My empty hands.”

