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What does OLD SCHOOL karate look like?
Full contact knockdown is very different from what most people imagine when they hear the word "karate."
Here's a highlight reel from some of Shihan Norm's competitions:
On top of his own competition performances, Shihan Norm's KIHON Karate system has created Championship-winning fighters since 1974!
At KIHON Karate, led by International Knockdown Champion Shihan Norm Rivard, we bridge the gap between traditional martial arts and full-contact application.
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WHAT MAKES KIHON DIFFERENT?
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Full-Contact Application: Transform traditional techniques into proven fighting tools
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Pressure-Tested System: Our knockdown approach has been validated through decades of competition
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Progressive Training: Develop real power without endangering yourself or training partners
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Champion-Level Coaching: Learn from instructors with over 50 years of combined experience
YOUR JOURNEY STARTS HERE
Book Your Free Introductory Class Today Get a full week of training at no cost when you schedule your first session.
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During your week with us, you'll experience:
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Professional assessment of your current skills
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Introduction to our full-contact training methods
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Personalized guidance from experienced instructors
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A supportive community of like-minded martial artists
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