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About us

The Traditional Shotokan Karate Union of Venezuela (USKTV) is the official association preserving and teaching traditional Shotokan karate in Venezuela.

Mission

To keep alive the teaching of traditional karate as a path to character development, health, and discipline — true to the legacy of the great masters.

Dojo Kun — the five precepts

We recite the Dojo Kun before every class — the five maxims formulated by Master Funakoshi that guide the practice of karate-dō.

REISETSU · KENKYO · TANREN

Courtesy · Humility · Training

  1. 1.

    Hitotsu — Jinkaku kansei ni tsutomuru koto

    Seek perfection of character.

  2. 2.

    Hitotsu — Makoto no michi o mamoru koto

    Be faithful — preserve the way of truth.

  3. 3.

    Hitotsu — Doryoku no seishin o yashinau koto

    Endeavor — cultivate the spirit of effort.

  4. 4.

    Hitotsu — Reigi o omonzuru koto

    Respect others.

  5. 5.

    Hitotsu — Kekki no yū o imashimuru koto

    Refrain from violent behavior.

Why practice Karate-Do?

Karate-do is one of the disciplines that contributes most to the integral formation of the individual. It develops physical and emotional condition, improves performance across every domain, and strengthens our relationships with the people around us. Five reasons to practice it:

  1. 01

    Concentration

    Training builds habits that improve daily performance.

  2. 02

    Respect and education

    Grades are measured by belts; hierarchy, authority and correctness become naturally accepted.

  3. 03

    Confidence and self-assurance

    Consistent training and the achievement of goals build confidence in everyday situations.

  4. 04

    Physical condition

    Keeps you active and fit, physically and mentally; improves reflexes and motor skills.

  5. 05

    Balanced growth

    Karate works every muscle group — fundamental for the balanced development of the individual.

International affiliations

USKTV belongs to the international family of traditional karate, with historical ties to the ITKF (International Traditional Karate Federation) founded by Master Hidetaka Nishiyama, and to ISKA (International San Ten Karate Association) founded by Hanshi Vincent Cruz.