Academy of Martial Arts Sacramento

a model of excellence in approach, service, and in the results attained.

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“The Leader in Authentic Traditional Japanese Karate Education for the whole Family”

Shotokan Karate for Adults 

 

Traditional karate is an exciting, unique, multifaceted art. A blend of physical, mental and spiritual elements, the study of traditional karate produces an array of life changing benefits not found in any other activity or hobby. 

Karate is a fun, challenging way of gradually honing you into the best shape of your life. It can be practiced at any age, does not require exceptional flexibility or natural talent, and demands no special equipment, facilities, or even other people to practice with. You can expect to lose weight, gain greater energy, and develop a strong, toned, healthier body. Not only do you develop top notch self-defense abilities with karate training, you fight premature aging, and enjoy a longer, healthier, and more exciting life. 

 

Adult students of karate develop a wide range of mental and spiritual characteristics. Self-confidence, control and discipline are all qualities formed through karate training. 

 

   

Shotokan Karate for Children and Teens 

 

The opportunities for self-development through karate study are significant, but the benefits of involving your child in our karate program are far greater. The self image, confidence, discipline and control your child develops today will determine the degree of success and happiness he or she will experience as an adult. It has been proven that Authentic Traditional Shotokan karate develops these qualities in children, leading to a healthier, happier, and more successful life.  Our unique children's program is designed to instill:

             1.  Effort, concentration and coordination

        2.  Character and self esteem 

            3.  Sincerity and Respect 

             4.  Leadership Skills 

             5. Etiquette 

 

Our Traditional Shotokan Karate training provides children and teenagers with the strength to say "no" to disruptive peer pressure, and to replace the negatives with positives in thought, word, and deed. Our students become leaders in their peer groups.    

 

1: Authentic

2: Worldwide recognition of rank certification

3: Best Traditional Shotokan Karate Academy in Sacramento, California

4: Effective self defense techniques for both adults and children

5: Fun and safe

 

Our Mission


The Academy of Martial Arts Sacramento is a team of highly motivated martial artists dedicated to the proliferation and development of Shotokan Karate characterized by superb quality in educational content and methods.

Our strength is generated from our commitment to our members, their families, our investors, our people, our industry and our communities.

The Academy of Martial Arts Sacramento is a model of excellence in approach, service, and in the results attained.

This is the way of the Academy of Martial Arts Sacramento ....
 

What is Shotokan Karate?


Shotokan Karate is an authentic traditional Japanese martial art emphasizing two ideas in its training: balance and muscle control. Our approach is based on the belief that proper study eliminates ego and promotes hard honest work, humility and excellence. Shotokan Karate distinguishes itself from other karate systems by adapting nearly every one of its techniques to a linear fighting style, based on the philosophy that the shortest distance between two points is a straight line. It maintains that a direct line of attack is the quickest, safest, and most effective. Shotokan advocates advancement based on effective techniques, rather than quantitative knowledge. We believe it is important to develop each technique to its maximum level--not necessarily scoring a point in a tournament match, but scoring it well. 

As Shotokan Karate educators, our main objective is to provide students with a means of developing character as they strengthen physically and mentally. To achieve our goal, we adhere to the same high standards originally set forth by the founder of Shotokan Karate, Gichin Funakoshi. Character, Sincerity, Effort, Etiquette and Self Control are our guiding principles. 

Although Shotokan Karate techniques are based on century old knowledge, it is our application that sets us apart. Our instructors realize that each individual possesses different natural abilities, and that size and strength vary from person to person. Once you have acquired a strong foundation in the basics, our program is individualized to match your physical capabilities, in order to maximize your self-defense skills. Should the need ever arise, you will possess a firm understanding of the mental and physical qualities required to defend yourself or your loved ones. 

AMAS is affiliated with the International Shotokan Karate Federation.  That means that training and testing are standardized, so that ranks earned here are respected in and transferable to affiliated Shotokan karate schools across the United States and in over 80 countries worldwide. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Our Beloved Sensei    

Yutaka Yaguchi, 9th Degree Blackbelt

The term Riki Shin Ichizu implies a “perfect convergence of mind and body.  This term defines the philosophy with which Sensei Yaguchi lives his life.  Renowned for his abilities as a world class karate master , as well as his skill as a great instructor, Sensei Yaguchi avoided the spotlight until now with the release of his book, “Mind and Body Like Bullet”

AMAS Instructors
Emil Valdés (respectfully called Sensei by his students) is the Chief Instructor of the Academy of Martial Arts Sacramento. Since 1965, he has studied karate with a variety of prestigious organizations, including, the Japan Karate Association and the International Shotokan Karate Federation. Sensei Valdés is a professional Shotokan karate instructor, and has successfully and safely been teaching since 1973. He teaches both the physical and philosophical aspects of the art by placing emphasis on the principle that karate is not just a good workout, but a discipline that leads to the development of character. He is a meticulous, yet compassionate instructor.  Sensei Valdés is assisted by a team of highly competent and enthusiastic Shotokan Karate instructors and practitioners

Christina Valdés has been studying Shotokan Karate-Do since 1987and has been effectively teaching it since 1998.  She is a seasoned competitor successfully competing in local, regional, national and international Shotokan Karate arenas.  She is currently a member of the elite ISKF U.S. National Women’s Karate Team.  Christina teaches with energy and enthusiasm.  Her effective teaching methods are manifested in the successes of her own students.