The Washington Karate Association teaches the traditional style of Karate known as Haysahi-ha Shitoryu, one of the strongest, most effective systems of Karate.
Founded by Soke (Master) Teruo Hayashi, Hayashi-ha Shitoryu Karate has its roots in traditional Japanese and Okinawan Karate. Today, as head of the WKA and IHSKF, Hanshi Thiry carries on the teachings of Soke Hayashi.
The WKA is a member of the International Hayashi-ha Shito-ryu Federation, and is also associated with the following National and International Organizations:
The International Hayashi-ha Shito-ryu Karate-do Federation's Washington school is an American organization dedicated to the practice and correct promulgation of Karate-do. The basic objective of the WKA is to provide its members a means of developing an upstanding character while being strengthened emotionally, physically and mentally. To attain this goal, the WKA adheres to the highest principles and standards expected of elite educational institutions.
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