American Okinawan Karate Academy

08/08/2021

The makiawara is actually a pretty simple (And cheap) tool to make and add to any home workout space. But, the benefits found from it's use is still better than more modern equipment

Hojo Undo Makiwara Training By One of the Worlds most Famous Karate Masters.

07/11/2021

I don't know whether to laugh or cry....another childhood movie ruined!

06/05/2021

04/25/2021

The radio is playing an 80s weekend..... in honor of this, I give you:

01/17/2021

I think I found the perfect pandemic mask...

Available in 8 different colors

01/08/2021

Season 4 of Cobra Kai coming to your favorite streaming service on the 85,000 day of 2020

12/26/2020

I found this video to have quite a number of good explanations regarding where we come from (versus Japanese versions which are more commonly seen around town. It does not compare to Korean versions which is, by far, the most common system locally). Enjoy!

Karate is VERY different in Japan and Okinawa.In this video you'll learn 10 reasons - including Kobudo, bunkai, hojo undo (strength training) and self-defens...

12/25/2020

Merry Christmas everyone! Enjoy the time spent with family and friends (even if it's virtually)! This may not be the year that we wanted, but keep kicking!