What does OLD SCHOOL karate look like?
Full contact knockdown is very different from what most people imagine when they hear the word "karate."
KIHON's system of training is built on a philosophy of demanding workouts and training for full-power punches and kicks...
While making use of pads, gloves, and other protective equipment to ensure a lifetime of safe, high-intensity training.
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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"You See It Taught, You See It Fought!" The techniques you'll learn at KIHON Karate are the same methods you'll find in combat sports and real-world self defense situations
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Pressure-Tested System: Our knockdown approach has been validated through decades of full-contact competition, and used by active-duty law enforcement
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Progressive Training: Develop real power without endangering yourself or training partners
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A unique approach to full-contact training that minimizes risk of injury, including practically eliminating the possibility of repetitive head injuries
YOUR JOURNEY STARTS HERE
Book an information call with Shihan Norm, and you'll be invited to try a full week of training at no cost when you schedule your first session.
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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