Shangoja Martial Arts

Shangoja Martial Arts Guided by a “Spirit First” philosophy, we encourage kindness, personal growth, and resilience

At Shangoja Martial Arts Academy, we believe the true role of martial arts is to unite people, strengthen community through discipline, respect, and compassion. The DO in Karatedo realizes that -

“past arrangements—institutions, roles, cultural forms—are not simply superseded, but transformed and recombined to produce the present. In this sense, the past repeatedly informs and reinforms the pres

ent such that the search for understanding is never finished.”

Arthur G. Bedeian, “Exploring the Past,” Journal of Management History 4 (1998)

06/07/2026
06/06/2026

Hierarchy and Roles in the Dojo

🥋 Shihan (師範) – Master Instructor & Leader
The leader and main teacher who guides the dojo with wisdom, experience, and example. A Shihan not only teaches techniques, but also shapes the character of the students.

🥋 Sensei (先生) – Teacher & Mentor
A teacher who teaches, guides, and inspires students both inside and outside the dojo. A Sensei serves as a role model on the journey of learning martial arts.

🥋 Sempai / Senpai (先輩) – Senior Student & Role Model
Senior students who help, support, and guide juniors. They serve as a bridge between the teacher and new students.

🥋 Kohai (後輩) – Junior Student & Learner
Junior students who are eager to learn, practice, and improve. With respect and perseverance, Kohai strives for greater heights.

"A great dojo is not built by strong fighters alone, but by teachers who guide, seniors who support, and students who never stop learning."

"A black belt is not the end of the journey, but the beginning of true learning." 🥋🔥

06/02/2026

The big Shuri-Te Martial Arts International Conference is just a few weeks away. Our dojo is really excited to not only be attending this year, but our Renshi, Renshi Schroeder is teaching a class! See everyone there!

Address

1088 Lillington Highway
Spring Lake, NC
28390

Opening Hours

Monday 4:15pm - 10pm
Wednesday 4:15pm - 10pm
Friday 4:15pm - 10pm

Telephone

+19108188506

Website

https://www.shangojaokan.shop/

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