In order to give our dojo members the best possible training options, we are continuing to offer all our classes over Zoom in addition to having the dojo physically available as well. We currently offer 19 classes/week and will soon be adding more. We have a large monitor, condenser microphone, high-quality HD webcam, new computer […]
We’re back! We’ve been running up to 18 classes/week on Zoom since mid-March. Now we are back to having classes at the dojo while continuing to offer these same classes over Zoom. Yes, you have the option of physical classes or virtual classes or a combination. We are all set up with the latest technology […]
Spots are limited so please sign up ASAP to reserve your space our new Intro Karate Classes! We have changed our format to teaching online via Zoom and as such reduced our expenses. So we are passing the savings onto YOU! These intro sessions are just $99/month for access to 2 classes/week, Tue/Thu 3:15-4:00pm. Family […]
On Saturday, August 8, Silicon Valley Karate held its 2nd Virtual Karate Kata Tournament. Results were as follows:Under-13 Yellow Belts: Wata D (Under-13 overall champion)Orange Belts: Leo TGreen/Purple Belts: Aaron MTeens Brown Belts: Sophie S (close tie for 2nd ended with Keira M edging out Lindsay A)Adults Under Purple: Dan HPurple/Brown: Yoichiro D (Under Black […]
Members-only tournament on Zoom will be taking place Saturday, August 8, starting at 1pm. Individual and team kata events for all ages & levels. No charge. All who know at least one kata are encouraged to participate.
WTKO held its first virtual dan exam, over Zoom, on July 16. Susan put significant effort into preparing for this exam, making the most of online training options the past four months. She successfully passed to nidan (2nd degree black belt), joining other senior black belts at Silicon Valley Karate. Congratulations!
BAY AREA PARENT Magazine awarded Silicon Valley its GOLD award in the “BEST MARTIAL ARTS” category for Silicon Valley in both 2019 & 2020. Here is the link to the 2020 results:https://www.bayareaparent.com/Article/Best-Bay-Area-Martial-Arts-Schools/
Members-only tournament on Zoom will be taking place Saturday, June 6, starting at 1pm. Individual and team kata events for all ages & levels. No charge. All who know at least one kata are encouraged to participate.
As I have explained to quite a few people over the years, I think the “Dojo Kun” is a very important thing. These ethical guidelines of Shotokan are basically the core of my “personal religion.” I try to live by the concepts described within this code of ethics. I have spent quite a bit of […]
On Saturday, May 30, 9-10:30am California time, we will have a special training session. As opposed to the normal “cerebral” teaching Silicon Valley is known for, this one will be a pure workout involving many repetitions of kihon techniques, strengthening exercises and kata. FREE and open to the public. The session will be broadcast over […]
