About the Amherst Shotokan Karate Dojo
Since 2013, Amherst Shotokan Karate Dojo has been dedicated to preserving and sharing the traditional martial art of Shotokan Karate. Led by Terry Race, a 4th-degree black belt and direct student of Tsutomu Ohshima (founder of Shotokan Karate of America), our dojo is part of a rich legacy that traces back to Gichin Funakoshi, the founder of Shotokan Karate.
Karate is for everyone, regardless of age or fitness level! We proudly welcome members ranging from teens to practitioners in their 70’s and 80s!! Whether you’re looking to get active, build strength, learn effective self-defense, or immerse yourself in a martial art with deep Japanese roots, we’re here to support your journey.
Benefits of Karate Practice
- Health & Fitness: Strengthen your body, improve balance, breathing, and overall physical health. No special equipment is needed—just your commitment!
- Self-Defense: Learn practical techniques to protect yourself while cultivating confidence and mental resilience.
- Character Development: Karate emphasizes courtesy, integrity, humility, justice, honor, and self-control, values that enrich all areas of life.
- Camaraderie: Join a supportive community of martial artists. Experience group practices where members encourage and inspire each other to grow.
The study of karate benefits the student in all areas of their life.
Welcome Newcomers!
We are so glad that you are interested in joining Amherst Shotokan Karate Dojo.
Joining is simple—just stop by any of our practices! Your first one or two practices are free, and there’s no obligation to join right away. If you decide to stay, membership in Shotokan Karate of America is only $100 for the remainder of the year. As an SKA member, you’ll be eligible to attend regional, national, and international events, and even test for belt rank at no charge (black belt testing is by invitation only).
Take the first step toward a stronger body, mind, and spirit and visit the Amherst Shotokan Karate Dojo!
“To win one hundred victories in one hundred battles is not the highest skill. To subdue the enemy without fighting is the highest skill.” – Master Gichin Funakoshi