From the Mat
Authentic Karate Training Tips & Stories
From South Africa to Tokyo: The Journey of Vassie Shihan
To truly understand the heart of Goju-Ryu Seiwa-Kai Karate of LA, one must look to our founder and head instructor. Vassie Shihan’s journey as a student, teacher, and mentor
5 Practical Self-Defense Tips You Can Use Tonight
When most people think of self-defense, they immediately picture dramatic Hollywood fight scenes, high kicks, or complex joint locks. But in reality, real-world personal safety tactics have very little
Inside the Dojo: A Look at Our Specialized Kids & Adults Classes
Whether you're exploring kids karate classes for your child or looking to step onto the mat yourself as an adult, choosing a dojo means finding a structure that challenges, inspires,
School’s Out. Before the iPad Takeover Begins, Try This.
School is officially out for the summer! The backpacks have been thrown in the closet, the lunch bags have hopefully been unpacked (if not, get on that ASAP before
Beyond the Dojo Walls: Embracing Tradition at Santa Monica Beach
On Saturday, June 6, 2026, the students of our dojo stepped off the familiar mat of the training floor and onto the shifting sands of Santa Monica Beach. Gathered
From the Dojo to the Red Carpet: How Traditional Goju-Ryu Lineage Powers HBO’s ‘House of the Dragon’
Traditional discipline builds modern executive excellence. As the world counts down to the highly anticipated premiere of HBO’s House of the Dragon on June 21st, series creator and showrunner

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12416 Santa Monica Blvd
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