Karate Classes in Irwin, North Huntingdon and Greater Pittsburgh area.
Norwin Ninjas is part of the Viola Karate legacy, one of the most respected martial arts families in the country. Founded by Bill Viola Sr., a pioneer of modern sport karate, the program is now led by Bill Viola Jr., a black belt, bestselling author, and international coach. That kind of leadership brings world-class experience to a local program.
Unlike generic martial arts schools, Norwin Ninjas specializes in character development through karate:
Discipline
Focus
Respect
Confidence
The program uses martial arts to help children succeed not just in the dojo—but at home and in school.
They don’t take a one-size-fits-all approach. Norwin Ninjas has structured classes for different age groups:
Little Ninjas (ages 4–5)
Ninjas (ages 6–7)
Youth (pre-teens & teens)
Each level is tailored to match students’ developmental needs — both physically and mentally.
The Norwin Ninjas program has been featured on:
CBS, ABC, and NBC news
Black Belt Magazine
Martial Arts World News
Plus, they’ve trained national champions, Team USA members, and even coached Hollywood stunt performers.
This isn’t a franchise — it’s a family-run, community-based dojo. Many families train together, and there’s a welcoming, positive energy in every class.
Located at 12591 Route 30, it’s easy to access from Irwin, North Huntingdon, and surrounding neighborhoods. They offer:
Flexible evening/weekend classes
Trial programs for new students
Year-round training
Norwin Ninjas offers the perfect blend of traditional values and modern teaching, making it more than just a karate class — it’s a leadership academy disguised as martial arts.
Would you like a sample class schedule or info on how to get started with a
Norwin Ninjas offers the perfect blend of traditional values and modern teaching, making it more than just a karate class — it’s a leadership academy disguised as martial arts.
Would you like a sample class schedule or info on how to get started with a free trial
Norwin Ninjas is a premier children’s martial arts program that blends traditional karate with modern teaching methods to instill values like focus, respect, discipline, and confidence. It’s part of the Viola Karate legacy, which has been a cornerstone of martial arts in Western Pennsylvania since 1969. 12591 Route 30, North Huntingdon, PA 15642
Just minutes from downtown Irwin and near the Norwin Towne Square. Easy parking and convenient access make it ideal for busy families.
Every class is more than just punching and kicking — it’s a lesson in life. Students earn stripes and belts based on:
Respect at home and school
Kindness and teamwork
Responsibility and effort
Created by Sensei Bill Viola Jr., an international coach and martial arts champion. The curriculum blends:
Traditional Shotokan karate
Sport karate techniques
Self-defense & anti-bullying strategies
Life skills and personal development