The Silverado Nippon Karate Dojo is licensed and
recognized by the USA National
Karate-do Federation (USA-NKF). The USA-NKF is the National
Governing Body for Karate within the United States as recognized by the
United States Olympic Committee.
We train inShotokan Karate-do, and Karate Ground Work/Anti Grappling and, other Japanese Martial Arts.
Students learn our SNK Curriculum - combining the most effective andbest of the martial arts in structured, disciplined, and excitingtraining classes.
"We teach martial art techniques, to help our students to improve themselves, develop themselves physically, perfect their personalities,and use these attributes to achieve higher meanings in daily life and to serve society." Sensei Oscar Silvera
Our Karate Club is member of national e international organizations:
The great richness of technical program includes, besides the functional preparatory gymnastics, individual exercises (Kihon and Kata) and exercises with a partner (Kumite) and Ground Work/Anti Grappling.
Kihon and Kata teach children how to take the maximum advantage from the potentialities of their own bodies. Moreover this training allows children to gain self-confidence, thanks to the continuous overcoming of limits they considered insurmountable.
8. What kind of people practice Silverado Shotokan Karate?
Classes are open to everyone regardless of age, sex, or physical ability.
There are members who train to compete in tournaments, as well as people with
physical disabilities. Some members practice Karate 2 hours a day; while others,
because of other priorities in their lives, can attend class only once a week.
Anyone can become a good member in Silverado Shotokan Karate as long as they
have the desire and determination to do so.