Welcome to Latvian Free-style KARATE. We offers a safe, friendly and disciplined environment to learn the traditional Okinawa martial art of Tomari-te Karate. We are members of IMATF and the LATVIAN KARATE FEDERATION which is the only governing body for Latvian Karate recognised by the WORLD KARATE FEDERATION.
We offer excellent tuition to students of all ages by a fully qualified and very experienced instructor who has been training in the martial art for years. The cost of tuition is the lowest priced around with no stupid up front membership fee's. We give all new starters a week of free lessons and a discount to families.
One of the most challenging apects of Karate is grading. Students take Kyu and Dan grade examinations to test the knowledge and standard that they have. They are then awarded coloured belts (Kyu Grades) or Black belts (Dan Grades) depending on their standard, knowledge and time served in the art. New and Old students are welcome whether you have previously trained with us before or not. Students from other Karate schools or any other martial arts are also welcome. If you have previously graded at another school, you will be entitled to keep that grade until you have reached the necessary standard to continue.
Dojo Kun
We will train our hearts and bodies,
For a firm unshaking spirit.
We will pursue the true meaning of the Martial Way,
So that in time our senses may be alert.
With true vigor,
We will seek to cultivate a spirit of self denial.
We will observe the rules of courtesy,
Respect our superiors, and refrain from violence.
We never forget the true virtue of humility.
We will look upwards to wisdom and strength,
Not seeking other desires.
All our lives, through the discipline of Karate,
We will seek to fulfill the true meaning of the Budo Way.