Class Types and Schedule
Adult Shorin-ryu Shidokan Karate
The cornerstone of our dojo is our adult karate program. We practice traditional Okinawan karate, which was developed for practical self defense. In these classes, you'll learn and practice kata (forms), kumite (2-person drills), bunkai (self-defense applications of our kata), and henka (street-based self-defense techniques).
Classes are primarily taught by Hanshi Roberto Curtis, 9th dan and are open to men and women.
Class Days and Times:
- Monday through Friday: 7:00 - 8:00 PM (All belt levels)
- Tuesday & Thursday, 8:00 - 8:30 PM (Advanced, green belt and above)
- Friday, Noon to 1 PM (All belt levels)
- Saturday, 9:00 -10:30 AM (All belt levels)
- Sunday, 9-10 AM (Advanced, green belt and above)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/Gracie Combatives®
The Gracie Combatives® and Gracie Bullyproof® programs are now offered at the Virginia Dojo! Gracie Jiu-Jitsu teaches practical ground fighting and grappling techniques, with a focus on using body leverage and control instead of strength. It is a perfect compliment to our shidokan karate, which utilizes the same concepts from standing. Classes are taught by Zac Olson, who is a Gracie University Certified Instructor.
Please contact Zac at gracie.ctc.alexandria@gmail.com for more information. For more information on the Gracie University Programs, visit www.gracieuniversity.com
Gracie Combatives®:
- Tuesday, 5:15 - 6:15 PM
- Wednesday, 8:00 - 9:00 PM (Reflex Development)
- Thursday, 5:15 - 6:15 PM
- Saturday, 11:00 AM - Noon
Gracie BullyProof®:
- Tuesday, 4:30 - 5:15
- Thursday, 4:30 - 5:15
- Saturday, noon - 1 PM
Women's Self-Defense Karate
Our women's self-defense karate program follows the same curriculum as our adult shidokan karate program, but classes are focused on techniques that are particularly applicable for women's self-defense.
These classes provide a safe and welcoming environment for women to start their karate journey, to learn to defend themselves, and to build confidence inside and outside the dojo.
Classes are taught by Senpai Denise Coursey, 3rd degree black belt in shidokan karate. Contact Denise at mtvernonkarate@gmail.com for more information or visit mountvernonkarate.com for additional class times and information.
Women's Self-Defense Karate:
- Tuesday, 6:15 -7:00 PM (All levels)
- Thursday, 6:15 -7:00 PM (All levels)
- Sunday, 12:30 to 1:30 PM (All levels)
Fearless Girl & Mother-Daughter Self Defense
Our Fearless Girl & Mother-Daughter Self-Defense program (ages 12 and up) was designed for tween and teen girls to help them build the confidence and skills they need to stand up for themselves as they enter middle school and high-school. Teens can attend on their own or with their mothers!
We show girls that they are strong and powerful, by teaching practical self-defense based on physics, anatomy, physiology, and psychology. So it's effective no matter your size or your opponent's size. Best of all, we make learning self-defense fun.
Classes are taught by Senpai Denise Coursey, 3rd degree black belt in shidokan karate. Contact Denise at mtvernonkarate@gmail.com for more information or visit mountvernonkarate.com for additional class times and information.
Fearless Girl & Mother-Daughter Self-Defense:
- Sunday, 11: 00 AM - Noon
Open Dojo
Want some extra practice time? We offer dedicated open dojo time, where you can come and practice with other students, use the dojo equipment, and get extra help from senior students and instructors. No formal instruction. This is your time to "Just Do."
Class Days and Times:
- Tuesday, 6:15 -7:00 PM (All levels)
- Thursday, 6:15 -7:00 PM (All levels)
- Sunday, 10 -11 AM (All levels)
Safe Practice During Covid
Health and safety is our top priority. As such, all students and staff are required to provide proof of vaccination if they wish to participate in indoor, in-person classes. Masks are required and must completely cover your mouth and nose and fit snugly around your face.
Our dojo has a UV air filtration system in use all at times. The space is cleaned after each session, and virus-killing UV lights are used between sessions.
We also offer Zoom for students who can't participate in person.
