01/22/2026
Here is a list of masters who created, brought or improved certain katas.
Practices take place in the church annex behind Monte Sano Methodist Church. T/Th 6:30-8pm, Sat 8-9:30am
First practice is FREE! Wear a gi or loose clothing.
Affiliated with Shotokan Karate of America Monte Sano Shotokan is affiliated with Shotokan Karate of America (SKA), which has been teaching karate in North America since 1955. We practice a traditional form of karate that was the first introduced to Japan in 1922. Our chief instructor is Master Tsutomu Ohshima, the founder of Shotokan Karate in the United States. Our dojo head instructor is James
01/22/2026
Here is a list of masters who created, brought or improved certain katas.
06/12/2025
03/26/2025
First practice back for our dojo mate and shodan, Mike Yates. Mike has been in the fight of his life with Guillain Barre Syndrome. The doctors, therapists, and other medical professionals marveled at his strength to overcome and attributed his success to strong mindset and physical strength attained through years of karate practice. Karate truly is for life!
| Tuesday | 6:30pm - 8pm |
| Thursday | 6:30pm - 8pm |
| Saturday | 8am - 10am |