Seiyo Kai International

 “To win 100 victories in 100 battles is not the highest skill. To subdue an enemy without fighting is the highest skill.” – Sun-Tzu

Okinawa’s original form of karate - Shorin-Ryu is filled with traditions, ceremony & philosophy designed to improve one’s self-esteem, self-confidence & respect for others. The traditional forms (kata) of karate are a living encyclopedia of techniques, self-defense applications & guides that were the favorite of Okinawan masters of the past. These forms are the primary focus of Seiyo-Shorin Ryu Karate & Kobudo. Learn the art of Shorin-Ryu with its many self-defense applications useful in most any situation. We train hard, but we have fun!

Shorin-Ryu Karate & Kobudo classes are listed in red below. For more information see Arizona Karate or call:   480-294-1001.

Tai Chi & Kung Fu classes are separate from Shorin-Ryu & are part of Tai Chi Academy. For information on these call Nick at: 480-539-8555. (Tai Chi lasses listed in Blue below).  For those who are interested in Tai Chi, this is a super group of people - great exercise.

 Seiyo No Shorin-Ryu Karate Kobudo Kai operates as an international organization (Seiyo Kai International) with dojo (schools) scattered around the world. Our international headquarters (hombu) is located in Mesa Arizona where we offer classes to the public. These classes are for adults from beginner to expert. Our kids class is restricted. Parents must apply to have their children accepted to this class.

MONDAYS           

• 9-10 am (Kempo & Kung Fu)
• 11 am-3 pm (Private Shorin-Ryu )
• 3-4:30 pm (Kenpo & Kung Fu) - Tai Chi Academy
• 4:30-7 pm (Tai Chi Classes) - Tai Chi Academy
• 7–8:10 pm - SHORIN-RYU - Family Karate

TUESDAYS

• 9:30-11:30 (Private Tai Chi Class)- Tai Chi Academy
• 3-6:30 (Tai Chi)- Tai Chi Academy
• 6:45-8 pm - Shorin-Ryu KARATE - BASICS (Kihon) & FORMS (Kata)

WEDNESDAYS

• 10 am-noon (Tai Chi) - Tai Chi Academy
• 3-4 pm - Shorin-Ryu Karate & Kobudo - Advanced Karate, Kotekitae & Kuden
• 4-4:45 pm  - Kids Traditional Karate (by invitation only)
• 5-7 pm - Private Shorin-Ryu training (Exams, Video taping)

THURSDAYS 

• 9am–3 pm (Private SHORIN-RYU Lessons)
• 4-6:30 pm (Tai Chi)
• 6:45-8 pm  - SHORIN-RYU KOBUDO -  This month, focus on Hanbo & Nunchuku.
• 8-8:30 pm  - Special Shorin-Ryu Training

FRIDAYS

• 9 am – 3 pm (Private SHORIN-RYU Lessons)
• 4-6:30 pm  (Tai Chi) - Tai Chi Academy
• 6:45–8 pm - SHORIN-RYU SELF-DEFENSE - This month: grabs, guns, knifes
• 8 -8:30 pm (Special Shorin-Ryu Training)

SATURDAYS

• 8-10 am (Private Shorin-Ryu Classes)
• 10-11 am (Tai Chi)- Tai Chi Academy
• 11 am - 8 pm (Private Shorin-Ryu Classes, Exams and Video Taping)

SUNDAYS 

• 9 am - 1 pm (Private Soke's Training)

SHORIN-RYU INSTRUCTORS. Nearly all of our Shorin-Ryu classes are taught by Grandmaster Hausel, 10th dan. Some are taught by Shihan-Dai Neal Adam (4th dan).

CLASSES. When you walk into the Hombu you will be greeted as a friend. You will be taught basics of karate & traditions, how to tie your obi (belt), how to block (uke), strike (tsuki) & kick (geri). As you progress, you will learn secrets of Okinawan karate including kata.  

KATA. Kata are forms that provide physical & mental conditioning, meditation & self-defense applications. They have similarities to Okinawan traditional dances, but have hidden self-defense applications. When understood these become an encyclopedia of self-defense applications of devastating strikes, blocks, kicks, avoidance, throws, escapes, restraints, pressure point strikes & ki (internal energy). 

SHORIN-RYU. As you to train in Shorin-Ryu you will also learn Kobudo (ancient Okinawan weapons). Kobudo weapons were Okinawan farming and fishing implements converted for self-defense. Trusted students are taught one-punch knockouts, pressure point defenses & shitai kori (body hardening). We also offer classes in self-defense for clubs, social groups and women's groups.

MEMBERSHIP. We have members scattered worldwide including the US, Brazil, China, Japan, India, Iran, Ireland, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Germany, Greece, Canada, Ireland, Norway, France, etc.

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT. Karate is designed for self-improvement. Kids learn to be self-confident, positive, disciplined. Adults make new friends & learn traditions & self-confidence. We are a family of martial artists.