The Academy of Shotokan Martial Arts teaches traditional Karate-Do to help students achieve effective techniques to be used only in the act of self-defense or in the defense of others. During this process, students will achieve individual optimum fitness, coordination, balance, flexibility, self-confidence and discipline. The systematic and scientific approach that Shotokan teaches enables students to maximize each technique using minimum effort, making every technique effective. Here at the Academy, we adhere to the values of traditional martial
arts as the foundation of our school, maintaining a safe, educational and effective style of Karate-Do. Our Executive Director and Head Instructor, Shihan Rick Montgomery, personally oversees all of the Dojos. Thank you for choosing the Academy of Shotokan Martial Arts to begin or continue your martial arts experience. We look forward to working with you, building a strong program for your community which involves unity within all of the Academy of Shotokan Martial Arts Dojos.