News & updates

Viola Karate Family

Meet The Viola’s – A Family Martial Arts Legacy in Pittsburgh, PA The Viola family is a multi-generational martial arts dynasty from Western Pennsylvania, shaping karate, kickboxing, and sport martial arts for decades. Their influence spans three generations, from pioneering tournaments to world-class competitors and coaches. Viola Family Karate Martial Arts Legacy Generation Name Relationship...

Like father like daughter

“Like Father, Like Daughter – story of Gabby Viola and her father Bill Viola Jr. is a powerful example of how martial arts traditions are passed from one generation to the next. Gabby and Sensei Bill Viola Yoko Geri Kekomi: Sensei Bill Viola Jr. and daughter Gabby viola showing off the side kick (yoko geri...

Pittsburgh Karate Legacy

Pittsburgh Karate Legacy The Viola family is a Pittsburgh martial arts legacy. Bill Viola Sr. is the co-creator of the modern sport of MMA while his children continue to spread his teachings. Great read about Pittsburgh Karate champions. By Dave Zuchowski Pittsburgh Post Gazzette February 12, 2015 When Bill Viola Sr. attended middle school in...