Shotokan Karate of Virginia (SKVA), offers training in traditional japanese martial art called Shotokan Karate. We are affiliated with the Japan Karate Association (JKA), a world-wide organization and member of Shotokan Karate-do International (SKDI) which serves as the headquarters for many JKA clubs in US and worldwide.

SKVA is dedicated to encouraging and assisting students in their growth and understanding of Shotokan Karate and continuous improvement of one's character. Our goal is to help individuals reach their highest potential through the true art of shotokan karate.

Karate can be practiced by men, women and children. Our students range from the very young to senior citizens. Anyone who is in reasonable health can train at Karate. Karate students will improve their health, self-awareness, self-confidence and self-esteem. Parents and teachers continually report on the improvement in the behavior of children who train regularly with SKVA.

The physical training required to reach a high level of skill in Karate promotes overall good health, fitness and well-being. The concentration, commitment and dedication required, helps build a strong, confident and determined character. Karate has been scientifically proven to provide exercise in the form of aerobic, anaerobic, calisthenics and isometrics through a traditional, systematic program which promote overall health and well-being.