FAQs About Princeton Shotokan Karate

• Instructor

Takeshi Kitagawa 北川 猛
6th degree black belt
Certified instructor (rank A)
Certified referee (rank A)

• What style do you practice?

We practice Shotokan, the most popular style practiced around the world today. It’s characterized by deep stances, dynamic movements, and powerful punches and kicks.

• What are the practices like?

The most important element of karate is making a flexible body. We will learn skills unique to Shotokan that can be used for self-defense or for sparring. Strength training and mental training is integral part of practice, too.

• Who can join?

Anyone! From child to adult, beginners to advanced, men and women. No prior martial arts experience needed.

• Rules
Smile and have fun!