Dojo Information
We train in full contact karate not only for the mat, but most importantly, for life.
How we train:
Our classes are designed to develop the entire martial artist by focusing on three main aspects: kihons (basics), kata (forms) and kumite (sparring).
In addition to kihons, kata and kumite; we focus on developing the athleticism through conditioning the mind and body.
Be prepared to workout hard and sweat a lot. Although each person's needs will be taken into consideration, we design the classes to be rigorous and push you towards your physical and mental goals. Expect bruises and soreness. We fight full contact, using light pads for conditioning during training and practice functional self defense; if it doesn't work, we won't teach it.
Whether you want a good workout, to feel stronger or train to be a fighter; our classes are designed to help you discover that you have what it takes.
We practice hard . . .
We fight hard . . .
and We sweat hard too . . .
Tri-Cities Kyokushin History
Our dojo was founded by Alfredo Chandia Sensei on March 1997. Chandia Sensei is a direct student of Yoshifumi Ito Shihan of Beaverton, Oregon. We are associated with Yoshikazu Matsushima Kancho, President of the International Karate Organization Kyokushinkai - Matsushima. Matsushima Kancho is a direct student of Sosai Oyama.
Yoshifumi Ito Shihan and Alfredo Chandia Shihan after testing in front of Matsushima Kancho on April 6, 2008
Alfredo Chandia Sensei with Matsushima Kancho (April 6, 2008)
Matsushima Kancho instructing Ito Shihan and Chandia Sensei on Sienchin Kata (April 6, 2008)
See a short video of Ito Shihan and Chandia Sensei test on April 6th, 2008.