Stratford Shotokan Karate-Do

Thank you to all who were planning to march with us in the parade! Stay dry, Stay warm and enjoy your time with the family ❤️

🇺🇸MARCH WITH US ON MEMORIAL DAY!!🇺🇸 Join us as we march in the Memorial Day parade on May 25th!

Date: May 25, 2026
Time: 11:30am
Where: 2000 Main Street, Stratford CT

Students should wear White Uniform Pants, Dojo T-shirt, Karate Belt and SNEAKERS!

Children under the age of 12yrs old MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

🚨MOMS ON THE MAT🚨 - Check out this strong Moms on the Mat with their little warrior! Each one of our warriors was Sensei for the day and got to show mommy how to punch, kick and run through the obstacle course.

Thank you Moms for starting off our week like a rockstars! Don’t forget - MOMS ON THE MAT IS ALL WEEK (5/11 - 5/16) - Join us and make AWESOME memories with your little warrior!

THIS WEEK IS MOMS ON THE MATS!! Join your little warrior for class and make awesome memories that will last a lifetime.

Please join during your child’s regularly scheduled class time.

MAY CALENDAR UPDATES!! - Check out all that is happening!

Moms on the Mats - May 11-15
Ansonia Belt Promotion - May 20
Memorial Day Parade - May 25
Stratford Belt Promotion - May 26-28 (depending on group)

June 1 - We start our Summer Hours and Summer Uniform!

BELT PROMOTION UPDATES!

CHAMPIONS SPOTLIGHT 🏆- LETS GOOOO Mr. Ben!! Winning 14-17 yr old Grand Champion Kata this weekend at the Hudson Valley Karate Invitational!

🏆 Overall Grand Champion - 14 - 17 yr old Kata

Mr. Ben started training with us at the tender age of 5yrs old. Mr. Ben loves learning and training traditional Budo, but has successfully ventured into the sport side of Karate. Mr. Ben puts in countless hours training at the Dojo before and after class, in addition to assisting with instruction of all Kids classes at our Stratford Dojo.

When he is not in the Dojo, you can find Mr. Ben volunteering throughout the community. Most recently, Ben was named the 2025 Youth Volunteer of the Year by .

We are so proud of your growth Ben and can’t wait to see your continued impact in the community.

❤️Karate from the Heart❤️

CHAMPIONS SPOTLIGHT 🏆- HUGE shoutout to Mr. Sadat who took DOUBLE Grand Champion honors this weekend at the Hudson Valley Karate Invitational!

🏆 Overall Grand Champion - 18 yrs & older Kata
🏆 Overall Grand Champion - 18 yr & older Weapons

Mr. Sadat has been a dedicated student of the Dojo since he moved to Connecticut. He often will arrive early to work his Kata or Kobudo, in addition to teaching our Tiny Tigers and Kids Karae programs and training in his normal Adult Karate class. Sadat is a role model to our younger students and fellow karate-ka. He is always willing to help those in need and share knowledge or simply share a sweat together.

We are honored to have you as part of the Dojo and taking this journey together. Keep pushing Mr. Sadat - YOU ARE INSPIRATIONAL.

❤️Karate from the Heart❤️

MARCH MADNESS!! Don’t miss out on the fun!

•Buddy Week - March 23 - 27 - Bring a friend for a free class!
•Tournament - March 29 - Hudson Valley Karate Invitational

SEE YOU AT THE DOJO!

WE ARE OPEN TODAY! See you at the Dojo!

Please drive safely if you choose to join us for class.

🚨KARATE TOURNAMENT ALERT🚨 The Shotokan Warriors will be heading to the Hudson Valley Invitational on March 29, 2026. Save $10 if you register before March 1 ($85 = All Events). Please speak with Sensei if you are interested in participating.

Registration is ONLINE ONLY -
https://admin.myuventex.com/ ;id=332769;eventType=SuperEvent

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