About Us

Sensei Avi Rokah lives and breathes karate. As a prodigy of Master Hidetaka Nishiyama, he is one of the most sought-after instructors in the world (see Seminars). In addition to being a former world and five-time US champion, Sensei Avi is also the technical director of the World Budo Karate Association. Sensei Avi studied for three decades under Master Nishiyama, who, in turn, was a top student of the father of the Shotokan style, Master Gichin Funakoshi. This continuity of instruction provides our pupils with a direct link to the founding of modern karate. Due to this lineage, in our karate classes for all ages and levels we teach only the purest form of karate.

Rokah Karate is a traditional Shotokan school that offers karate classes for all ages and levels. Sensei Avi teaches every adult class himself. He and his wife, Ruth, instruct the children’s classes together. At Rokah Karate, we teach that technique defeats strength and skill conquers speed. More than a mere self-defense program, training in karate fosters mental toughness and emotional strength. Or you can just call it grit.

We are passionate about teaching karate classes for all ages and levels. Your success is important to us. Come to the dojo and see for yourself. We look forward to meeting you.