Seishindo Karate Dojo
Chico's authentic martial arts karate dojo.
Seishindo Karate Dojo
Chico's authentic martial arts karate dojo.
Our Philosophy
Martial arts are much more than self defense. Through martial arts, you learn about not only the art, but yourself, your life, and the world. You learn patience, persistence, respect, control, and more.
Seishindo means, true heart way. It is the core of Seishindo, to help teach you to be your truest self. Through positive encouragement we develop and improve students confidence and independence. With a positive mindset students feel they can do anything.
“I have 2 daughters attending classes at Seishindo and they both love it. Shane is a kind and patient teacher. It has been great watching them advance and grow in a positive environment.”
“Shane does an amazing job with the children who go to Seishindo. He is incredibly patient and kind with all. Seishendo is a great asset to the Chico community.”
Learn Together
Learn Together
Seishindo is a Family
The bonds you gain along your journey to your true self, can last a lifetime.
Trust
While learning karate, you must trust those you work with. Learning in general can be vulnerable. Practicing kicks and blocks with a partner required responsibility and trust.
Respect
Martial arts is an incredible way to see an example and practice respect. From bowing upon entering the dojo, to shaking your fellow students hand at the end of every class, respect is a moral highly valued at Seishindo.
Fun
Because Seishindo is based around family and learning, it is a place of fun. Chico residents have enjoyed what Seishindo has to offer for over 20 years.
“Shane and I have a really special friendship... When I first went to Seishindo (I liked the name) I walked in and saw Shane teaching a kid and when the kid did something wrong Shane would point it out and really help him. In my first class I learned the basics and Wan-su. Later I was getting to know the Dojo and everybody. Karate is my most favorite sport.”
History
The history of Seishindo Karate and the Chico karate dojo
History
The history of Seishindo Karate and the Chico karate dojo
HISTORY of The Seishindo Association
The Seishindo Association was started in 1996 by Taka Noburyu.
Seishindo Founder: Sensei Taka Noburyu
Taka Noburyu is the founder of the karate style, Seishindo. He founded Seishindo in 1996 and in 2003 established the Seishindo Association Headquarters in Tokyo, Japan. Sensei Taka studied under multiple karate masters and other martial art disciplines, and took what he learned and created the new style, Seishindo. Seishindo is unique in that it incorporates all three original styles of Okinawan karate: shuri-te, naha-te, and tomari-te. The association members will travel between Chico and Tokyo to cross train and learn from each other to ensure the unity of the art.
Sensei Shane Dubin
The Chico location is now run by Sensei Shane Dubin. He started training at the age of 12 in 2003. In 2010 he took over ownership and management of the dojo. He has traveled to Tokyo to personally train as an individual and as a teacher with Sensei Taka multiple times. Students have also traveled to Japan to learn and be promoted in rank. Sensei Shane has a commitment to the tradition of martial arts and the goals of Seishindo as a style.