Carolina Isshinryu Academy Monroe

Carolina Isshinryu Academy Monroe We are dedicated to developing the body, mind, and spirit of adults and children with the practice of Traditional Okinawan Isshinryu Karate.

Our Kyu’s are taught true skills to defend themselves, respect others, and have confidence in their abilities! CLASS SCHEDULE:

Mondays: 6:30-8:30pm -Enterprise Fitness
(All Ranks)

Wednesdays: 6:30-8:30pm - Enterprise Fitness
(All Ranks)

Thursdays: Monroe Aquatic Center
5:45 - 6:45pm - White / Yellow Belts
7:00 - 8:30pm Advanced Ranks (Orange & up)

Saturdays: 1

0:30am-12:30pm - Fairview Park “Class in the Grass”


On Mondays, classes are held at Enterprise 24-hour Fitness, 2585 W. Roosevelt Blvd., Monroe, NC 28110, led by Master Don Gyr, 6th Dan and Sensei Dave Parker, 3rd Dan. Beginners 6:30-7:30 pm; intermediate/advanced 7:30-8:30 pm. On Wednesdays, classes are held at Enterprise 24-hour Fitness, 6:30-7:30 pm led by Master Don Gyr, 6th Dan. Thursday classes are held at Monroe Aquatics & Fitness Center, 2325 Hanover Dr., Monroe, North Carolina 28112, and led by Master Don Gyr, 6th Dan and Sensei Dave Parker, 3rd Dan. Beginners 5:45-6:45 pm; intermediate/advanced 7:00-8:30 pm. Do not need to be a member of MAFC or Enterprise to attend.

Full house on Monday nite! Pre-Test Kata look for several, group basics, group Seisan, sparring rounds and points sparr...
06/02/2026

Full house on Monday nite!

Pre-Test Kata look for several, group basics, group Seisan, sparring rounds and points sparring.

Kyu-Fest 2026 is right around the corner!

Check out USIK.org.

Back at it on Thursday nite!

On this day, May 30th our “Do”-Jo honors the passing of Master Tatsuo Shimibuku in 1975.C.I.A. Monroe proudly continues ...
05/30/2026

On this day, May 30th our “Do”-Jo honors the passing of Master Tatsuo Shimibuku in 1975.

C.I.A. Monroe proudly continues his vision of Isshin-Ryu.

On this Memorial Day let us remember those who gave their lives so we might live in Freedom.Carolina Isshinryu Academy M...
05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day let us remember those who gave their lives so we might live in Freedom.

Carolina Isshinryu Academy Monroe recognizes these Freedoms and the sacrifices made. We exhibit it at every class.

Great Thursday nite class!Blending in a bit of Judo in between Tournament Kata rings!Back at it next Thursday!
05/23/2026

Great Thursday nite class!

Blending in a bit of Judo in between Tournament Kata rings!

Back at it next Thursday!

Youth is the power of our “DO”-Jo!Look at the intention in their young eyes. C.I.A. Monroe Black Belts are charged with...
05/19/2026

Youth is the power of our “DO”-Jo!

Look at the intention in their young eyes. C.I.A. Monroe Black Belts are charged with providing confidence, reducing fear, and building strong Kyu’s.

Master Gyr is aware, and our Kyu’s know it.
We remind them every class.

Back at it Thursday Nite!!

Congratulations are in order for Arjun on his third stripe! Basics are solid, Seisan Kata is complete but requires “Shi...
05/19/2026

Congratulations are in order for Arjun on his third stripe! Basics are solid, Seisan Kata is complete but requires “Shiagi”.

Yellow belt awaits!

Congratulations are in order for Aran on his first stripe! Basics are solid and he has the first segment of Seisan Kata...
05/19/2026

Congratulations are in order for Aran on his first stripe! Basics are solid and he has the first segment of Seisan Kata!

Visit USIK.org for more about Isshinryu Karate.

Great way to start the week! A packed class, a new Kyu, and a successful testing board!Continuing to grow our “Do”-Jo a...
05/12/2026

Great way to start the week! A packed class, a new Kyu, and a successful testing board!

Continuing to grow our “Do”-Jo and perpetuate our style of Isshin Ryu!

Back at it on Thursday evening!

Be sure to visit USIK.org for more info!

Our “Do”-Jo is proud to recognize Anthony Jimenez on his promotion to San-Dan and Sensei rank!Mr. Jimenez tested well an...
05/12/2026

Our “Do”-Jo is proud to recognize Anthony Jimenez on his promotion to San-Dan and Sensei rank!

Mr. Jimenez tested well and will make a great instructor!

Congratulations, Sensei!

Starting the week off strong! Heavy cardio, sparring drills, points sparring, first segment of Seisan Kata for our whit...
05/05/2026

Starting the week off strong! Heavy cardio, sparring drills, points sparring, first segment of Seisan Kata for our white belts, and final pre-test look!

Back at it on Thursday nite!

Don’t forget to check out our United Southern Isshinryu Karate website, USIK.org!

Address

2325 Hanover Drive
Monroe, NC
28110

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Thursday 5:45pm - 8:30am

Telephone

+17049963066

Website

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