Montreal Wado Ryu Karate Association
Montreal Wado Ryu Karate association, a non profit organization, provides all activities at Dojo Studio. Dojo Studio was founded by Sensei Andrew Watson, a member of Wado Ryu Karate. Sensei Andrew has a 5th Dan Black Belt in Wado Ryu Karate and is also kick-boxing instructor. He is affiliated with Wado Canada and is actively involved in continually developing community partnerships in this regard. Sensei Andrew’s teaching philosophy is rooted in the practical application of self-defense, instilling motivation and self-confidence through the disciplined practice of Karate.
Wado Ryu Karate
A Japanese martial art form, developing the entire body through rigorous training, with an emphasis on practical self-defense techniques which are practiced in a controlled environment. Benefits of karate include increased agility, coordination, strength, flexibility and discipline. As with most martial arts, karate is 90% mental and 10 percent physical.
by Sensei Andrew Watson
by Sensei Andrew Watson
DOJO'S VISION AND GOALS
- To promote an inclusive fitness environment, where those who are beginners, intermediate and advanced in their fitness endeavors can find a challenge and activity suitable to their activity goals and lifestyle
- To promote and encourage fitness throughout the different stages of the life-cycle by facilitating fitness activities for new moms by offering a suitable class time and providing babysitting services on-site
- To engage in community outreach initiatives with the goal of inspiring persons of all ages to pursue health and wellness as a way of life
- To offer its members health, fitness and well-being through fun and interactive exercise programs
- To offer Wadu Ryu Karate to all members and to extend this opportunity to low-income families and single parents of the N.D.G. neighborhood Monday through Friday
- To emphasize the importance of conflict resolution strategies, stress and anger management techniques and mediation through the teaching of Wado Ryu Karate
- To empower its members with knowledge through the self-defense taught via the Wado Ryu Karate and kickboxing martial art forms