New Spring Semsester 2024 Karate Schedule Pending.
Happy New Year!
October 25th is “Karate Day” in Okinawa
On this day in 1936, prominent Okinawan masters gathered in Naha and formally adopted the term Kara-Te 唐手 (empty hand). The masters present included Hanashiro Chomo (1869-1945), Kyan Chotoku (1870-1945), Motobu Choki (1871-1944), Miyagi Chojun (1888-1953), Kiyoda Juhatsu (1886-1967, Chibana Chosin (1885-1969), and Shinpan Shiroma (1890-1954).
*The three highlighted in bold text are Shimabuku Tatsuo’s teachers.
This year the OKINAWA KARATE SPIRIT〜沖縄県空手振興課公式チャネル〜 channel on YouTube will be streaming some of the events starting at 10PM our time.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC176Q7L3JfTmYBzDDPk2UhA
Additional information is available through the Okinawan Karate Information Center:
https://okic.okinawa/en/
Save the date! August 1-3, 2024
Isshin Ryu’s Dragon Man
島袋龍夫
Over a century ago, in the small village of Chan, on a small island in the south pacific, a boy was born. One day he would become a Karate Master whose art would reach beyond the shores of Okinawa and spread across the globe.
“Dragon Man” of Isshin Ryu, Shimabuku Tatsuo Sensei
(September 19, 1908 – May 30, 1975)
Fall 2023 Karate Schedule
Join us at the HUB this fall for Karate. We have a mix of weekly opportunities to fit your schedule. Be ready to learn. Bring a friend along.
Tuesday Evenings Outside 7-9PM
HUB Lawn (weather permitting)
Thursday Afternoons 2-4PM
232 HUB
Friday Evenings 7-8PM
232 HUB
Saturday Late Night 10PM-MID
232 HUB
Sunday Afternoons Noon-2PM
232 HUB
A few tips:
Stay hydrated through the day. Bring a water bottle. Wear clothes that are comfortable for exercise. Remove watches/jewelry/etc to prevent damage and injury. Alert the instructor to any injuries or restrictions you may have. If you are feeling under the weather, take the day off.
Two step process to join the club.
1) Submit a request to join:
https://orgcentral.psu.edu/organization/pennstatekarate
2) Complete the Student Affairs waiver form:
https://orgcentral.psu.edu/submitter/form/start/565037
Student Involvement Fair – Aug 23rd
Look for the Penn State Karate Club at the Student Involvement Fair on Wednesday, August 23rd. The Involvement Fair will be held on the HUB lawn from 1-5PM.
https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/get-involved/student-organizations/involvement-fair
Welcome Back PSU Students to Happy Valley!
Fall semester is about to begin. Check back for updates on our fall semester schedule.
Congratulations!
Try Summer Karate Classes at Penn State
Wednesdays & Saturdays* at 7PM in 232 HUB
Sundays at 7PM on HUB Lawn (weather permitting)
*No class on Saturday, July 8th.
No previous experience necessary.
Special Olympics PA 2023 Summer Games Cancelled
Special Olympics Pennsylvania has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2023 Summer Games scheduled from June 8-10 at Penn State University due to air quality concerns. While this news is incredibly disappointing for all of us, the health and safety of our athletes, volunteers, staff and partners is our top priority.
People with intellectual disabilities have higher rates of adverse health conditions and are therefore at greater risk. Based on the best information available from a variety of reputable sources, we do not believe conditions in State College would permit us to safely conduct these Games.
While canceling events is truly heartbreaking for the athletes who have trained for months – as well as for our volunteers, family, friends, staff and board – we know that our love of sport can’t compare to the importance of protecting the health and safety of all involved.