Hidetaka Nishiyama Development of physical skill is necessary at first; however, this training must also lead to strengthening of good feelings within. - Hidetaka Nishiyama

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Santa Barbara Japan Karate Association, (805) 964-7633, 4317 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA. 93110

Santa Barbara Japan Karate Association

4317 State Street
Santa Barbara, CA.
93110 USA

Tel: (805) 964-7644

Email: info@sbjka.com

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Santa Barbara Japan Karate Association Shotokan Karate-Do maintains the highest quality in keeping with Karate's highest tradition. Shotokan Karate is a martial art which focuses on the harmonizing of mind and body, strength, perseverance, patience, all for total confidence and self-mastery. The practicality of Shotokan has been demonstrated throughout its history and can been seen today in MMA(Mixed Martial Arts) arenas. Lyoto Machida who currently fights for the UFC relies on a strong foundation in Brazilian Shotokan for his stand up cage fighting skills.