Women’s Self Defense Course

May 1, 2012

Sensei Joni Sharrah, 7th Degree Black Belt in Karate, will be teaching a Women’s Self Defense Course, May 3, 6:30 – 8:30pm at the Northgate Community Center.

Participants will learn practical and personal protection skills: Street smarts, boundary setting, awareness, gift of F.E.A.R., hand-to-hand defense. Students in this class express the feeling of empowerment, arming themselves with essentials, avoidance, and awareness tactics, to reduce the chances of being a victim. The hand-to-hand portion of the workshop gives participants easy yet effective protection skills, in order to recognize danger, stun an attacker, develop and practice the mindset of confidence with the physical skills to protect oneself.

For: Females, 16 and up

When: Thursday, May 3, 6:30 – 8:30pm

Where: Northgate Community Center, 10510 5th Ave NE , Seattle, WA, 98125

Cost: $25

Registration and information: Call 206.386.4283

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2012 AAU/USA Karate International Championships & Clinic

March 13, 2012

Our students have been invited to attend the 2012 AAU/USA Karate International Championships as well as to participate in the advanced karate training clinics. This event will be held April 20-22, 2012.

Additional information

Event
AAU/USA Karate International Championships
College of Lake County
Grayslake, Ilinois,
April 21 and 22nd, 2012

Training Clinics
College of Lake County
Grayslake, Ilinois
April 20, 2012

Hotel Information
Holiday Inn Express
1-800-655-2679

Information Webpage

Download Registration Form

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Saturday classes postponed for the Danny Lane Seminars

January 31, 2012

The Master Lane Super Seminar on Friday night at 6:30 pm is open to ALL of our students. If you are planning to attend the Saturday gun and knife disarms class at 1:00pm you should strongly consider attending the Friday evening class so you can lay a good foundation. The youth training on Friday at 4:30 pm is for 12 & under students with less than 2 years of training.

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Master Danny Lane’s Super Seminar in Seattle

January 9, 2012

Master Danny Lane is an internationally acclaimed martial arts master, and has traveled the world over for four decades teaching the fighting and self defense secrets of the Chuck Norris UFAF System.

When:
YOUTH CLASS ONLY
Friday, February 3, 2012, 4:45pm – 5:45pm

ALL OTHER CLASSES
Friday, February 3, 2012, 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Saturday, February 4, 2012, 9:30am – 12:00pm
Saturday, February 4, 2012, 1:00pm – 3:30pm

Where:
USA Karate Academy
1535 NE 177th St.
Shoreline, WA 98155

Cost for Youth Class:
Friday: 4:45pm – 5:45pm
USA Karate Academy for BBC Members - $25
USA Karate Academy for Regular Members- $30

Cost for General Participants & BBC Members:
Friday: 6:30pm – 9:00pm 
Saturday: 9:30am – 12:00pm and/or 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Each session for General Participants - $55
All Sessions for General Participants - $80

Each session for Black Belt Club Members - $50
All Sessions for Black Belt Club Members – $75

For Registration Documents  click here for the Flyer, Registration and Waiver Form

More Information: Shihan Joni Sharrah 206-440-5533

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Buddy Week November 7-12

November 2, 2011

Bring a buddy to the dojo and earn buddy bucks just for bringing a friend to try karate. Your buddy and you will practice warm ups, stretching and strengthening exercises, basic martial arts skills with a focus on self defense.  Your buddy must not have been a buddy or member before.  When your buddy joins USA Karate Academy, earn more buddy bucks as a thank you from us for referring your buddy.  Share your enthusiasm of karate training. 

Participants should wear something loose and comfortable, be prepared to sign a participation form before trying class, (18 and under buddies need a parent’s signature). Contact USA Karate Academy with questions or to notify us of your buddy’s intention to try karate classes.  Our classes are appropriate for all ages with special focus on family values.  See you in class!

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Buddy Days May 18 and 19

May 16, 2011

This week is a GREAT time to share your enthusiasm about training at our dojo, USA Karate Academy in Shoreline.  Those who bring a buddy to class will earn buddy bucks just for bringing their buddy. When a guest becomes a member of  our karate academy, the sponsor will earn even more buddy bucks!  Those guests who are under the age of 18, must have parental permission to participate.  Contact the dojo if you have questions.  Guests are encouraged to wear loose fitting clothing to allow for freedom of movement.

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Appreciation Work Out for MOMS!

May 16, 2011

Our dojo, USA Karate Academy in Shoreline is having an appreciation work out for MOMS today, Monday, May 16 and tomorrow, Tuesday May 17 in all classes. Participants should wear loose fitting clothing to allow for freedom of movement. Classes will enhance the connection of parents participating with their children and include basic warm ups, stretching, strengthening, martial arts skills and self defense tactics.

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Summer Day Camp Academy

April 21, 2011

USA Karate Summer Day Camp Academy is a unique and personable day camp experience. Your child’s karate and life skills will be enhanced in this one-week intensive day camp.  Campers can expect the following:

  • new katas and bully-busting skills
  • stranger-danger awareness, advanced techniques
  • field trip with Shihan and Sempai
  • games, crafts, and activities
  • snacks and a karate movie.

When:
July 11 – 15

How much:
$199 for camp (see below for additional care for you child)
Deposit price of $50 (deducted from total) due May 21st.
Child must be AAU Insured (+ $14 if not a current AAU member)
The total amount due before or on JULY 5th.
Field Trip fee (pending) not included.
Fees include a camp T-shirt and daily snacks.

Where:
USA Karate
1535 NE 177th St.
Shoreline, WA 98155

Additional care available:
Before Care from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM (+ $20)
After Care from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM (+ $40)
Or, BOTH Before and After Care collectively for $50!

Attention campers: Wear your gi, but bring play clothes and a sack lunch!

More information:
206.440.5533

Download Summer Camp 2011 Flyer

Download Summer Camp 20011 Enrollment Form

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Super Seminar with Master Danny Lane

February 20, 2011

Master Danny Lane is an internationally acclaimed martial arts master, and has traveled the world over for four decades teaching the fighting and self defense secrets of the Chuck Norris UFAF System.

When:
Friday, March 18, 2011, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Saturday, March 19, 2011, 9:00am – 12pm
Saturday, March 19, 2011, 1:00pm – 3:30pm

Where:
USA Karate Academy
1535 NE 177th St.,
Shoreline, WA 98155

How much:
USA Karate Academy BBC Members
1 session $45
2 sessions $85
3 sessions $125

USA Karate Academy Regular Members
1 session $50
2 sessions $90
3 sessions $140

Non-members
1 session $55
2 sessions $100
3 sessions $155

More Information: Shihan Joni Sharrah 206-440-5533

Download: Super Seminar Sign-up form

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Teen Girls’ Personal Safety and Self-Defense Seminar

April 24, 2010

A personal safety and self-defense seminar for teenage girls (ages 13-19). This is a great opportunity to learn useful skills while also benefitting a good cause. Shihan Joni Sharrah of USA Karate Academy is donating her time to sponsor this event. Presented by the Pink Polka Dots Guild.

Contact: 206-364-802; ppdtreasurer@comcast.net When: Saturday, May 22, 2010 1 to 3 p.m. Where: USA Karate Academy, 1535 NE 177th St., Shoreline Cost: $30 per person (girls ages 13-19)

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