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WAKO World Champions

WAKO WORLD CHAMPS ​The World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO) has made significant strides toward Olympic inclusion. On July 20, 2021, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) granted WAKO full recognition, officially integrating kickboxing into the Olympic family of sports .​Kumite Classic+6WAKO+6WAKO+6 WAKO’s Olympic Journey Provisional Recognition: WAKO received provisional IOC recognition in November 2018, marking...

Team

Our dojo competition Team: If you really want to make karate something special in your life, consider our competition team. It will give you the extra push, confidence, and opportunities to take your skill to the next level. Many of our kids have gone on to national, international, and world status… but our goal is...

Karate for kids irwin

Karate for kids Irwin, PA Welcome to Norwin Ninjas, the sister program of Allegheny Shotokan Karate Dojo the premier martial arts dojo in North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania. The class is empowered by the exclusive Sensei Says life skills curriculum. Allegheny Shotokan “Viola” Karate School (ASK) was established in 1969 by Shihan (Master) Bill Viola. Allegheny Shotokan has a...

Preschool Karate

Pre School Karate Norwin Ninjas karate offers age specific preschool age martial arts classes. The course focuses on life skills to build character, respect, discipline, determination, and physical fitness. Norwin Ninjas karate kid classes serve the Pittsburgh area, North Huntingdon, and Irwin. Benefits of Preschool Karate (Ages 2–3) Karate classes for preschoolers offer much more...

Toddler Karate Class Nursery Ninjas offers the area’s first and most innovative martial arts course designed specifically for toddler age karate students. These are the youngest ninjas (ages 2-3 years old). This is a “pre” pre-school class as it prepares them with social skills, mental focus and discipline. Here’s an in-depth look at Norwin Ninjas’...

Connor Burns

“To say that karate changed my life is an understatement. Everyone has something that has truly impacted their life, but the effect that karate has had on me is beyond any other significant experience in my life. Karate became a permanent fixture in my life that pours out into all facets of my life. I...