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Traditional Karate Center

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IKGA KARATEDO

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WELCOME TO OUR DOJO FAMILY!

Young or old, male or female, top fitness level or not, you are welcome into our TKC Dojo Family because "Karate offers something for everyone."


Take action today to join our wonderfully inclusive karatedo 'family'.  

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TKC Founder presented with promotion by IKGA President

WHAT IS IKGA KARATEDO?

Our IKGA curriculum is authentic, Japanese Goju-Ryu Karatedo syllabus taught in International Karatedo Gojukai Association schools worldwide in 60+ countries.  Enroll in the style of the real Mr. Miyagi in the renown organization of his successor in mainland Japan - the late Master Gogen Yamaguchi.  His son, IKGA President - Grandmaster Goshi Yamaguchi is the teacher of TKC Founder - Michael Buttermark.  Buttermark Shihan lived and trained in Tokyo (1987-91) & ran the Yokota Air Base Gojukai Karate Club (1988-91). 

TKC student Prithvi Paruchuri during Bronze medal match at IKGA Global Championship - Vancouver 2017

AUTHENTIC & EFFECTIVE

Our curriculum is taught technically, theoretically, and philosophically. so you don't just COPY moves.  You learn correct, traditional, karate-do technique, their purpose, and to discern good technique from bad.  


Our skillsets and standards are high enough to elevate many of our students to national and international champions.  


Note: children start training in our developmental, pre-karate programs to build a strong core and ready to be selected to the IKGA program.

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Changes for everyone's safety

We require strict adherence to these:

  • No indoor observers are permitted unless of special exceptions like medical. *Zoom observation is available - we provide a secure link.
  • Wear masks entering/exiting dojo and whenever you wish while inside. *Not required during exercises
  • Everyone entering must be temperature scanned and make us aware if you are not well, or suspect you have been in recent contact with a COVID-infected person, or similar medical concerns that may negatively affect others in dojo.  *Always err on the side of caution!
  • Use the provided hand sanitizer often, social distance, cover up extremely well during squeezes/coughs, and forego any unnecessary contact with others.
  • Be safe, smart and healthy and remain positive.  You are in this with caring friends here at TKC Dojo!

MORE TRADITIONAL IKGA KARATEDO DETAILS...

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THE REAL MR. MIYAGI

THE REAL MR. MIYAGI

THE REAL MR. MIYAGI

The Karate Kid movies and the Cobra Kai series may have sparked your interest but TKC can fulfill and exceed your karate dreams.  We teach Goju-Ryu Karatedo founded by legendary master, Chojun Miyagi of Okinawa. 


Full IKGA, Japanese Goju-Ryu Karatedo curriculum is taught - kihon/ido, kata/bunkai, yakusoku/kumite, Japanese terminology and d

The Karate Kid movies and the Cobra Kai series may have sparked your interest but TKC can fulfill and exceed your karate dreams.  We teach Goju-Ryu Karatedo founded by legendary master, Chojun Miyagi of Okinawa. 


Full IKGA, Japanese Goju-Ryu Karatedo curriculum is taught - kihon/ido, kata/bunkai, yakusoku/kumite, Japanese terminology and dojo decorum are taught technically, theoretically, and philosophically.


*Descriptions of these Japanese terms are located in our FAQ section 

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TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES

THE REAL MR. MIYAGI

THE REAL MR. MIYAGI

Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, our IKGA Karate "family" is established in 60+ countries throughout 6 continents.  International travel for world-class training & competition await you.


To date, TKC athletes have engaged IKGA international events at these international locations: Chiba, Tokyo & Matsuyama JAPAN; Perth AUSTRALIA; Sao Paulo BR

Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, our IKGA Karate "family" is established in 60+ countries throughout 6 continents.  International travel for world-class training & competition await you.


To date, TKC athletes have engaged IKGA international events at these international locations: Chiba, Tokyo & Matsuyama JAPAN; Perth AUSTRALIA; Sao Paulo BRAZIL; Santiago & Pirque CHILE; Edmonton, Calgary & Vancouver CANADA; Rotterdam HOLLAND; and Mumbai INDIA.  


Our national team excelled in Chicago July 11th - 14th, 2019 winning 16 medals (6 gold, 5 silver & 5 bronze) at the National Championship and USA Junior Karate Team trials.  Their performance elevated our overall national medal count to 382.

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PAYING IT FORWARD

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PAYING IT FORWARD

TKC strives to foster growth of IKGA Karatedo because of the powerful, positive character traits you can develop in addition to karate skill sets.  IKGA's President - Goshi Yamaguchi, is a living legend in karatedo and a wonderful inspiration to his global IKGA family.


Mental Benefits: awareness, meditation/relaxation, affirmation, stress 

TKC strives to foster growth of IKGA Karatedo because of the powerful, positive character traits you can develop in addition to karate skill sets.  IKGA's President - Goshi Yamaguchi, is a living legend in karatedo and a wonderful inspiration to his global IKGA family.


Mental Benefits: awareness, meditation/relaxation, affirmation, stress relief, goal setting, self-respect, self-control, self-reliance, self-discipline, self-confidence, perseverance, respect for others, conflict resolution, and sense of accomplishment.


Health & Physical Benefits: agility, stamina, stability, dexterity, quickness, flexibility, pulmonary, calisthenics, plyometrics, weight loss, body toning, cardiovascular, muscle strengthening, and decreasing reaction time.

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