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Junior and Adult Classes
DC Budo Kai  has classes for Juniors and Adults in Okinawan Karate: Traditional Matsubayashi Shorin-ryu; techniques from Shido-kan Shorin-ryu; White Crane Katas; Kobudo (traditional weapons). 

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FallTerm Begins September 2008
Come enjoy classes at our new location at Edumd Burke School. We offer classes for juniors (ages 6 to 15) and adults at all levels of instruction. See the schedule at the bottom of this page.

All instruction is individualized, and every student learns at his or her own pace. You may begin at any time during the term. The first class is always free.

Our Philosophy
Karate ni sente nashi. There is no first attack in karate. This phrase, inscribed on a monument in a Zen monastery in Kamakura City, embodies the essence of Okinawan Karate. Karate is a martial art, developed by the Okinawans as a method of self defense.

Karate is therapeutic.  Practicing the katas (pre-arranged sequences of movements which include blocks, attacks, and specific stances) helps develop timing, balance, and focus.  Instincts are sharpened and willpower is strengthened.  The study of Karate develops a sense of inner confidence and peace.

The traditional "pine forest" (Matsubayashi) system of Shorin-ryu Karate stresses working with a partner as opposed to competing against an opponent.  What is important is the development of better human beings, not just fighters.

Our Faculty
Betsy Toth, Sensei, Third Dan, is Chief Instructor at Drago Chi Budo Kai. She has been teaching Shorin-ryu Karate in DC, Maryland, and Virginia since 1987. She currently holds classes at DC Dance Collective in Washington, DC, Ki Theater in Washington, VA, and in Warrenton, VA. Betsy is a student of, as well as an instructor with, Arthur Drago, Seventh Dan, of Front Royal, VA.

Visit our dojo!  DC Budo Kai is now in residence at 
DC Dance Collective
Edmund Burke School
2955 Upton St NW
Washington, DC 20008


Phone: 301-587-9525 (message) 
or 1-540-349-0632
Contact us at
dcbudokai@dcbudokai.8k.com

 

Drago Chi Budo Kai
Karate Dojo

Celebrating Our 20th Year

Elizabeth A. Toth, Third Dan,
Chief Instructor

Junior Promotions
DC Dance Collective
Sunday, February 1 or 8, 2007
Intermediate, Advanced, Black Belt
9:30-3:30

Front Royal Karate Club
Friday, November 21, Lower Advanced
5:00 to 10:00 P.M.*
Saturday November 22, Upper Advanced
9:00 AM to 6:00 P.M.*

Conducted by Arthur Drago, Seventh Dan

Adult Promotions
Front Royal Karate Club
September 13, Adult Promotion
6:00 P.M.*
September 27, Black Belt Promotion
7:00 P.M.*
November 8, Black Belt Promotion
7:00 P.M.*
November 15, Adult Promotion
6:00*

Other Events*

Doshi Kai--Training event for adults Black Tip and above by invitation of Sensei.

 * These events take place at Front Royal Karate Club, 7 Kidd Ln, Front Royal, VA


Spring 2007 Schedule -— February 3 - June 9
       
Day  Time 
 Category  Location
Saturdays 12:00-1:00 P.M.
12:00– 1:30P.M.
1:00 – 3:00 P.M.
2:00 – 3:30 P.M.
4:00 – 5:30 P.M.

Junior Beginner/Intermediate
Junior Advanced
Junior Black Belt
Adult (all levels)
Adult (all levels)

 DC Dance Collective
Sundays 4:00 – 7:00 P.M Special workshops ( as announced) DC Dance Collective
Mondays & Wednesdays 7:30 – 9:30 P.M. Adults * Front Royal Karate Club Front Royal, VA
Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:00—10:00 P.M. Adults* Chestnut Forks Tennis Club Warrenton, VA
Tuesdays & Thursdays 7:30—9:00 P.M. Women only** Front Royal Karate Club Front Royal, VA
*Arthur Drago, Seventh
Dan, Chief Teacher		 **Carol Corbin, Sixth Dan


 

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