Martial Arts
At Club “NAHA” Karate-Do, our goal is to inspire and enable our students through karate training to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring individuals. Club NAHA Karate-Do strengthens the spirit, mind, and body by providing a positive karate dojo environment that focuses on caring, confidence, honesty, leadership, respect, and responsibility. We offer capoeira, jujitsu, and karate classes with a variety of options for youth through adults, and lessons are offered in 7-week sessions.
Club “NAHA” Karate-Do is predominantly the style of Shudokan Karate, which is usually divided into three parts: kihon (basics), kata (forms or patterns of moves), and kumite (sparring). Techniques in kihon and kata are characterized by deep, long stances that provide stability, enable powerful movements, and strengthen the legs. Shudokan is regarded as a dynamic martial art as it develops anaerobic, powerful techniques as well as developing speed. Initially, strength and power are demonstrated instead of slower, more flowing motions. Those who progress to brown and black belt levels develop a much more fluid style that incorporates grappling and some jujitsu-like techniques, which can be found in the black belt kata. Kumite (fighting) techniques are practiced in the kihon and kata and developed from basic to advanced levels with an opponent.
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Fall II Session Dates
Due to Renshi Craig’s upcoming trip to Japan in November-December, the session dates are slightly different than the usual session dates. Ko-Sensei Jamie Williams will be teaching Renshi Craig’s classes while he is away.
The Fall II Session will run October 21 through December 14 with no classes November 25-29 due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.
Schedules & Information
Clinics & Seminars
Spar Wars
These monthly Sparring Sessions for current Club NAHA students are designed to help enhance sparring skills in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Details
- Second Wednesday of each month
- Aug 14, Sept 11, Oct 9, Nov 13, Jan 8, Feb 12, Mar 12, Apr 9, May 14, Jun 11, Jul 9
- 5:40-6:30 pm
- $10/session
- Students must bring their own sparring gear
Yosno Kata Seminar
- October 16
- 5:40 pm
- Club NAHA students – ages 7-17
- $30/student
- Limited to 20 current Naha students
Current Schedule Information
The Fall I Session ends October 19. Fall II will run October 21-December 14.
October 14 – registration opens for AYCC Members and currently enrolled students
October 21 – registration opens online
Other Information
- Gear:
- Students must change into their karate uniform prior to arriving for class and belt must be tied appropriately prior to entering the dojo.
- New students to class should wear a t-shirt and lightweight pants that allow for flexibility. Appropriate uniforms are required prior to the 3rd week of the session.
- Uniforms and other gear are purchased at the Welcome Center, and picked up with receipt with Renshi Craig Sargent.
- Viewing Area Access: Spectators may sit or stand in the viewing room to watch class, but should not interrupt instruction.
Registration Options
The AYCC offers three simple ways to register for our 7-week sessions.
- Call the Welcome Center at 207-873-0684.
- In person with the Welcome Center.
- Online
Financial Assistance is available on most martial arts programs.
Session Information
Find our full registration and session schedule and information on our Registration page.
Summer Camps
Club Naha International Karate Camp
Train all week with Renshi Craig, PLUS Shihan Javier Diaz and Renshi Fernando Diaz from Club Naha Mexico! They will also have guest instructors from their dojo in Mexico – a fun filled, intense-training filled week!
Details:
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- August 2025 Dates are TBD
- Fees
- $TBD.00/week per student
- $TBD.00/day per student
- Additional youth in the same home = $TBD.00/week per student
- For CURRENT Club “Naha” Karate-Do students
- Ages 8+
Pictured left to right: Shihan Javier Diaz, Sensei Kira Buker, and Renshi Craig Sargent
Tournaments
Elm City Karate Challenge
Saturday, April 19, 2025 at the AYCC
Registration begins at 7:30 am
Tournament begins at 9:00 am.
Events Include:
- Flag Sparring
- Kata
- Point Sparring
- Weapons
- PLUS – Grand Championship Divisions
Fees:
Pre-Registration (before April 18)
- $TBD.00/all events
- $TBD.00/Black Belts who assist with event judging
Registration April 19
- $TBD.00/all events
- $TBD.00/Black Belts who assist with event judging
Vacation Camps
December, February & April Karate Vacation Camps
December Vacation is almost here and Club “Naha” Karate-Do is excited for the return of the ever-popular, December Karate Camp!
Details:
- Dates
- December 23, 27 & 30
- February 17-21, 2025
- April 21-25
- 9:00 am-3:00 pm
- Fees
- $100.00/week per student
- $45.00/day per student
- For CURRENT Club “Naha” Karate-Do students
- Ages 7-17
- Before & After Care is available in the After School Program
- Open 7:00 am-5:30 pm
- Seperate registration is required.
- $5.00/day
- Register in person, by phone at 207-873-0684 or online
Private Lessons with Renshi Craig
Help send Renshi Craig to the 2024 Toyama Kai Joint Training in Japan!
Fee is by donation (minimum of $30.00)
About Renshi Craig: Discover the art of karate with Renshi Craig, a Rokudan (6th Degree
Black Belt) in Shudokan and Hensan Ryu Karate. Trained since 1992, he brings expertise
from mentors worldwide.
Global Recognition: A member of the International Shudokan Research Society, Renshi
Craig is featured in “The World’s Greatest” for his exceptional martial arts contributions.
Private Lessons Fundraiser: Support Renshi Craig’s dream to train in Japan! Enjoy
exclusive half-hour private lessons by donation. Limited slots available.
Email Renshi to schedule.
Elm City Karate Challenge
Returns April 2025
Club Naha Karate-Do Presents the Elm City Karate Challenge held right here at the AYCC.
Martial Artists from around New England will compete in Kata, Point Sparring, Flag Sparring, and Weapons
Tournament Fees:
Pre-Registration by April
- $xx.00 per athlete
- $xx.00 for black belts who volunteer with judging during the event
Registration at the Door
- $xx.00
- $xx.00 for black belts who volunteer with judging during the event
