Philosophy
At our dojo, we strive to lead by example, and help the student facilitate the achievement of their goals. Students will be challenged and encouraged. We believe individuals have all the resources and capabilities for success in karate and life. We want to help you continue to develop those capabilities. For young people, our aim is to support the positive messages that you, as parents, give your child. The importance of respect, school work, and character development are emphasized on a regular basis. Most importantly, youth are encouraged feel good about themselves and their accomplishments. The focus is on improvement of the individual. Young people carry this feeling over into other areas of their lives. Our goal is to facilitate improvement at any age. We want training at the dojo to be enjoyable, yet challenging; powerful, yet safe. Competition with others is not our main focus, rather the goal is self-growth at your own pace. Karate offers a "team" feeling yet it is an individual endeavor.
Dojo
Our dojo is currently located at the 1714 E. Northwest Hwy, in Arlington Heights, IL. at the DK Fitness Arts Facility. Our current hours of operation are Monday and Thursday nights from 8:15pm to 9:30pm.
Sensei
Sensei Marek Marciniak began his study of Karate-Do at University. After completing studies, he continued his training in Okinawan Goju-Ryu with Jundokan International, training directly under Chinen Teruo Sensei from 1998 until his passing in September of 2015. Currently Mr. Marciniak is graded Roku-Dan (Sixth-degree black belt) and is Chief Instructor at the Jundokan International Karate Dojo in Arlington Heights, IL (near Chicago).
Mission Statement
Our goal is to provide the finest instruction in the mental, physical, and character building aspects of the Goju Ryu Karate-Do, and to pass down the traditions of Goju Ryu in their original form, as they were taught by the founder of Goju Ryu, Miyagi Chojun Sensei, and by our teacher, Chinen Teruo Sensei. We aim to provide personal instruction in every class, and to provide the best professional facilities in the area. Our goal is to create an environment that gives each individual the opportunity to pursue and achieve a greater level of personal success and growth.