NWA Wado Kai

NWA Wado Kai Karate is a karate club in Rogers, AR, offering authentic Japanese karate classes. We welcome individuals aged 7 and above, emphasizing inclusivity and personalized instruction by our dedicated volunteer instructors.

NWA Wado Kai Karate is a member of the Shintani Wado Kai Karate Federation and Karate for Christ International.

Kihon

Kata

Kumite

Self Defense

Classes

Classes take place on Thursdays from 6:00-8:00 p.m. They are open to ages 7 and up and to all abilities.

Costs

$50/semester (Aug-Dec and Jan-May)
$50 annual SWKKF Membership Fee (Sep-Aug)
Uniforms and Equipment can be ordered through the club.

Instructors

Joanne Johnson

Joanne started studying karate in 1993. She has earned the rank of Sandan (3rd degree Black Belt) in Shintani Wado Kai Karate, and Shodan (1st degree Black Belt) in TaeKwonDo and Shorin Ryu Karate.

Dave Johnson

Dave started studying karate in 1975. He has earned the rank of Shodan (1st degree Black Belt) in Shintani Wado Kai Karate, and Shorin Ryu Karate.

Val Hickman

Val has earned the rank of Shodan (1st degree Black Belt) in Wado Ryu Karate.

Location

Classes take place at Rogers First Church of the Nazarene in the Gym on the west side of the building. Please use the entrance marked for Providence Academy.