A brief overview of the history of Kyokushin.
Kyokushin is a full-contact Karate style that originated in Japan. Kyokushin practice is rooted in a self-improvement philosophy, discipline, and continuous hard training.
Azadani Kyokushin Karate
Azadani Dojo
- 1953Kyokushin, a full-contact style of stand-up fighting system, was introduced by Masutatsu Oyama during the development of the Oyama theory of Karate in Oyama Dojo since Oyama Dojo was initially opened in 1953.
- 1964In April 1964, Sosai Mas Oyama established the “International Karate Organization Kyokushin Kaikan”, abbreviated IKO, under the umbrella of the Kyokushin Scholarship Foundation. In June 1964, the central dojo (Honbu Dojo) was opened in Ikebukuro, Toshima, Tokyo.
- 1969In 1969, Sosai Mas Oyama and the International Karate Organization held The First All-Japan Full Contact Karate Open Championships.
- 1975In 1975, Sosai Oyama organized the First World Full Contact Karate Open Championships in Tokyo.
The Kyokushin Scholarship Foundation, which was the umbrella for Sosai Oyama’s Kyokushin Kaikan Organization, has been maintained and active by efforts of Kaich Hatsuo Royama, 9th Dan, and Hanshi Shihan.
More than a workout
Train the body, mind, and character.
Every class has a purpose: learn the technique, develop control, work with others, and keep improving through consistent practice.
Kihon
Fundamental techniques that build control, coordination, and strong habits.
Kata
Structured forms that develop focus, balance, memory, and precision.
Kumite
Progressive partner training that develops timing, composure, and courage.
Budo
Respect, patience, perseverance, humility, and responsibility inside and outside the dojo.
In addition to regular training for Kihon, Kata, and Kumite, we train our students to learn usage weapons such as Bo, Sai, Tonfa, and Nunchucks.
During our sparring sessions, we focus on fighting techniques. All our students must wear the protection gear during sparring sessions to ensure their safety and continuous practice.
We have dedicated sessions to practice with punching bags and mitts.
Shihan Azadani, our chief instructor, has trained many students who have won international and world championships positions and are ranking world and international medalists. Azadani Dojo members, as the official members of Karate International Kyokushin-kan Organization, once ready for international and world competitions, can participate in prestigious international events like All Japan Karate Tournament, Kyokushin-kan International and world Championships events, Kyokushin World Union (KWU) international and world competitions.
Azadani Kyokushin Karate
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Kids ages 5–10
Tuesday & Thursday · 5:00–6:00 PM
6 PM
Ages 10+, teens, youth & adults
Tuesday & Thursday · 6:00–7:00 PM
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