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Voted Best Karate School in Pittsburgh

voted best karate school in Pittsburgh
Norwin Ninjas voted best karate school in Pittsburgh

 

 

 

 

 

Best of the Best

Why Norwin Ninjas Is the Best Karate School in Pittsburgh

Norwin Ninjas stands out not just for teaching karate, but for developing champions on the mat and leaders in the community. Its reputation is built on measurable results, long-term impact, and a culture that values giving back as much as winning.

Proven Success at the World-Class Level

Norwin Ninjas has a documented history of producing elite-level athletes, including national and world champions across multiple generations. Students from the program regularly qualify for and medal at:

  • National championships

  • International opens

  • World championship events sanctioned by major karate organizations

What sets this apart is not just isolated success, but consistency. Athletes from Norwin Ninjas compete—and win—against top talent from around the globe, demonstrating that the instruction goes far beyond recreational karate.

Equally important, the school balances high-level competition with character. World champions trained here are known for:

  • Strong sportsmanship

  • Respect for opponents and officials

  • Leadership within the dojo and beyond

The message is clear: winning matters, but how you win matters more.

A Deep Commitment to Community Service

Norwin Ninjas is deeply rooted in community involvement, making service a core part of its culture rather than an afterthought. Students are taught early that martial arts training comes with responsibility.

Community initiatives include:

  • Charity kick-a-thons benefiting organizations such as the Muscular Dystrophy Association

  • Food drives and holiday outreach programs

  • School and township demonstrations promoting anti-bullying, confidence, and fitness

  • Supporting local events, fundraisers, and youth programs

Students earn recognition not just for belts and trophies, but for service hours, leadership, and positive contributions. This reinforces the idea that true strength is measured by how you help others.

Parents consistently note that their children become more respectful, confident, and socially aware—qualities that carry into school, sports, and everyday life.

Norwin Ninjas succeeds because of its experience:

  • World-class competitive instruction

  • A values-driven curriculum

  • A strong family and community culture

The result is a karate school that doesn’t just produce skilled martial artists, but champions in competition and champions in character—which is why so many families consider it the best karate school in the Pittsburgh area. Where students earn a “Black Belt in Life”

 

 

by norwinninjas

About the author: Bill Viola Jr. is Amazon best-selling author and creator of the award-winning Sensei Says® life skills curriculum. He experienced the "Golden Era" of MMA firsthand as his father, Bill Sr., is credited as the co-creator of the sport of mixed martial arts in 1979. His book Godfathers of MMA inspired the critically acclaimed SHOWTIME film Tough Guys where he acted as a producer alongside an Academy Award accredited team. The Viola family owns and operates Allegheny Shotokan Karate in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania now celebrating their 50-year anniversary (1969-2019). He is currently the President of Kumite Classic Entertainment Corp. bill@kumiteclassic.com • Connect LinkedIn #senseisays #sokepokey #martialwayist