Desert Valley Shotokan

Less than three weeks to go until the American Shotokan Karate Summer 2026 seminar and black belt testing event! Sign up now and reserve your spot!

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Summer 2026 American Shotokan Karate Seminar & Black-Belt Testing | Desert Valley Shotokan A full day of traditional Shotokan, followed by black-belt testing.

We're only a month away from the American Shotokan Karate Summer 2026 seminar and black belt testing event. Be sure to get registered for a great day of learning and friendship!

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Progress in karate (and life) comes from signing up, showing up, and toughening up.
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Train toes to flex by kicking real targets, building impact habits that prevent injury and improve strikes.
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Maintain angled movement to avoid standing square and learn to absorb light contact without losing composure.
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This incredible opportunity to train with Shotokan instructors from around the country is only about five weeks away! Register with the link below!

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Summer 2026 American Shotokan Karate Seminar & Black-Belt Testing | Desert Valley Shotokan A full day of traditional Shotokan, followed by black-belt testing.

Three important corrections while working on kata.
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June 20 is just around the corner, so don't miss out on this great chance to train with high-quality Shotokan instructors in Mesa, AZ. Register with the link below ...

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Gradually removing structure from drills builds awareness timing and flow that lead naturally into free sparring.
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Pay attention to uniform and hygiene rules to prevent injuries and protect training partners.
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