Classes at Midwest Shorin-Ryu
Health & Wellness Center
At Midwest Shorin-Ryu Health & Wellness Center, we believe that everyone can benefit from organized exercise and training, whether it is karate training or chair yoga. We have something for all ages and abilities.
Kobayashi Shorin-Ryu Karate
Shorin-Ryu is one of the two original Karate styles formally systematized in Okinawa and is believed to have had the most influence on the development of all modern Karate systems.
​​Training at Midwest Shorin-Ryu emphasizes focus, form, and strength through flowing movement. Our style of Shorin-Ryu, "Suiryushindo", translates into "Way of Heart Flowing Water". Nothing can hold back water when it becomes active, and our self-defense techniques employ that philosophy.
We offer classes in the following age classifications:
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Wee Warriors - Ages 5-8
Juniors - Ages 9-12
Adults& Teens - Ages 13 and up.
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All classes are taught by black-belt level instructors with more than 15 years experience.
Okinawan Kobudo
Okinawan kobudo is a system of weapons training that uses historical weapons along with peasant farming implements to keep centuries-old fighting applications alive. Kobudo training enhances Shorin-Ryu karate training by fine-tuning stances and power.
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Weapons taught at Midwest Shorin-Ryu include:
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Bo & Nunti Bo (6' staff with & without Nunti Sai)
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Sai & Nunti Sai (metal tridents)
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Tonfa (wooden batons)
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Nunchaku (wooden flail)
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Kama (single-handed sickle)
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Eku (boat oar)
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Tekku & Techu (wooden knuckles)
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Sansetsukon (three section staff)
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Jo (4' short staff)
Yoga & Chair Yoga
Midwest Shorin-Ryu Health & Wellness Center offers a varied and convenient class schedule catering to students of all ages and abilities.
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Dedicated to making sure you are on the path to your best self, our instructors embody the spirit of mindfulness and compassion. Each one brings their own unique blend of expertise and dedication to their teaching.
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Whether this is your first experience with yoga, or you're an experienced yogi looking to expand your knowledge, our instructors will guide you on your journey.
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Our chair yoga classes are geared to those who cannot assume traditional yoga poses due to age or health reasons.
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Yoga programs range from drop-in to annual unlimited training.
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Yoga classes to begin on August 4, 2025 with Marietta & Natalie. Jamie's class will start on August 6th. If you are only signing up for individual classes, rather than a program, they will be $15 per class through August and $20 per class starting in September. Individual classes must be paid in cash or via Venmo to: @MidwestShorin-Ryu. QR code available on Membership page.
Tai Chi
Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art that was developed for self-defense and combat. While it is customarily practiced as a gentle exercise, each movement has martial arts applications.
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Tai Chi aims to balance the body's energy for physical and mental health benefits. Its slow, flowing movements, meditation, and deep breathing help lead to better balance, mobility, and coordination.
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Tai Chi, also know as Tai Chi Chuan, has many forms of practice. In the mid-1950's, the Chinese Tai Chi masters developed a standardized version that includes 24 postures.
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At Midwest Shorin-Ryu Health & Wellness Center, we believe that Tai Chi is a very mindful and meditative exercise that helps improve fitness and build strength through practice.
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Tai Chi classes to begin soon. Check back for start date.