Martial Arts
At Club “NAHA” Karate-Do, our goal is to inspire and enable our students through karate training to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring individuals. Club NAHA Karate-Do strengthens the spirit, mind, and body by providing a positive karate dojo environment that focuses on caring, confidence, honesty, leadership, respect, and responsibility. We offer capoeira, jujitsu, and karate classes with a variety of options for youth through adults, and lessons are offered in 7-week sessions.
Club “NAHA” Karate-Do is predominantly the style of Shudokan Karate, which is usually divided into three parts: kihon (basics), kata (forms or patterns of moves), and kumite (sparring). Techniques in kihon and kata are characterized by deep, long stances that provide stability, enable powerful movements, and strengthen the legs. Shudokan is regarded as a dynamic martial art as it develops anaerobic, powerful techniques as well as developing speed. Initially, strength and power are demonstrated instead of slower, more flowing motions. Those who progress to brown and black belt levels develop a much more fluid style that incorporates grappling and some jujitsu-like techniques, which can be found in the black belt kata. Kumite (fighting) techniques are practiced in the kihon and kata and developed from basic to advanced levels with an opponent.
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Schedules & Information
Clinics & Seminars
Point Sparring Seminar
Join us for amazing opportunity to refine your skills and understanding of point sparring.
What to Expect:
• Hone your point sparring skills with expert guidance.
• Small class size limited to 12 students for individualized attention.
• Enhance your timing, agility, and precision in sparring.
• Gain a deeper understanding of the rules and strategies in point sparring.
Details:
- Wednesday, April 10 – 5:40-6:40 pm
- $30.00/student
- For CURRENT Club “Naha” Karate-Do students
- Yellow & Orange Belts
- Register in person, by phone at 207-873-0684 or online
Current Schedule Information
The Spring II Session will run April 22-June 8 – Registration opens Monday, April 8 for AYCC Members and for currently enrolled students.
Other Information
- Gear:
- Students must change into their karate uniform prior to arriving for class and belt must be tied appropriately prior to entering the dojo.
- New students to class should wear a t-shirt and lightweight pants that allow for flexibility. Appropriate uniforms are required prior to the 3rd week of the session.
- Uniforms and other gear are purchased at the Welcome Center, and picked up with receipt with Renshi Craig Sargent.
- Viewing Area Access: Spectators may sit or stand in the viewing room to watch class, but should not interrupt instruction.
Registration Options
The AYCC offers three simple ways to register for our 7-week sessions.
- Call the Welcome Center at 207-873-0684.
- In person with the Welcome Center.
- Online
Financial Assistance is available on most martial arts programs.
Session Information
Seminars
Spring Karate Seminars
$30.00/each
Yosno Kata Seminar
Date: May 8th
Time: 5:40 pm
Content: Yosno Kata
Target Audience: White belts and higher
Hiji Ate Goho, Empi Take, and Empi Iwa Seminar
Date: May 15th
Time: 5:40 pm
Content: Hiji Ate Goho, Empi Take, Empi Iwa
Target Audience: Yellow belts and higher
Pinan Nidan and Pinan Sandan Seminar
Date: June 5th
Time: 5:40 pm
Content: Pinan Nidan, Pinan Sandan
Target Audience: Orange belts and higher
Summer Camps
Club Naha International Karate Camp
Train all week with Renshi Craig, PLUS Shihan Javier Diaz and Renshi Fernando Diaz from Club Naha Mexico! They will also have guest instructors from their dojo in Mexico – a fun filled, intense-training filled week!
Details:
- August 5-9 from 9:00 am-3:00 pm
- Fees
- $165.00/week per student
- $45.00/day per student
- Additional youth in the same home = $100.00/week per student
- For CURRENT Club “Naha” Karate-Do students
- Ages 8+
- Register in person, by phone at 207-873-0684 or online
- Flyer & form
Pictured left to right: Shihan Javier Diaz, Sensei Kira Buker, and Renshi Craig Sargent
Tournaments
Elm City Karate Challenge
Saturday, April 20 at the AYCC
Registration begins at 7:30 am
Tournament begins at 9:00 am.
Events Include:
- Flag Sparring
- Kata
- Point Sparring
- Weapons
- PLUS – Grand Championship Divisions
Fees:
Pre-Registration (before April 19)
- $55.00/all events
- $30.00/Black Belts who assist with event judging
Registration April 20
- $65.00/all events
- $35.00/Black Belts who assist with event judging
Vacation Camps
April Vacation Karate Camp
April Vacation is almost here and Club “Naha” Karate-Do is excited for the return of the ever-popular, April Karate Camp!
Details:
- April 15-19 from 9:00 am-3:00 pm
- Fees
- $165.00/week per student
- $45.00/day per student
- Additional youth in the same home = $100.00/week per student
- For CURRENT Club “Naha” Karate-Do students
- Ages 7-17
- Before & After Care is available in the After School Program
- Open 7:00 am-5:30 pm
- Seperate registration is required.
- $5.00/day
- Register in person, by phone at 207-873-0684 or online
Private Lessons with Renshi Craig
Help send Renshi Craig to the 2024 Toyama Kai Joint Training in Japan!
Fee is by donation (minimum of $30.00)
About Renshi Craig: Discover the art of karate with Renshi Craig, a Rokudan (6th Degree
Black Belt) in Shudokan and Hensan Ryu Karate. Trained since 1992, he brings expertise
from mentors worldwide.
Global Recognition: A member of the International Shudokan Research Society, Renshi
Craig is featured in “The World’s Greatest” for his exceptional martial arts contributions.
Private Lessons Fundraiser: Support Renshi Craig’s dream to train in Japan! Enjoy
exclusive half-hour private lessons by donation. Limited slots available.
Email Renshi to schedule.
Elm City Karate Challenge
Returns April 2025
Club Naha Karate-Do Presents the Elm City Karate Challenge held right here at the AYCC.
Martial Artists from around New England will compete in Kata, Point Sparring, Flag Sparring, and Weapons
Tournament Fees:
Pre-Registration by April
- $xx.00 per athlete
- $xx.00 for black belts who volunteer with judging during the event
Registration at the Door
- $xx.00
- $xx.00 for black belts who volunteer with judging during the event
