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We hope you will find this site to be both informative and inspiring.
Shuhari Martial Arts & Healing Center is a traditional martial arts dojo and acupuncture, wellness center dedicated to servicing our community through teaching quality martial arts, the promotion of strong virtues and sound health. That is why we are "Sarasota's family martial arts center." Shuhari Martial Arts is committed to serving the Sarasota, Bradenton and Venice area through offering top-quality martial arts training and instruction. The head instructor and proprietor, Sensei Mark Baker, has been teaching in Sarasota since 1989.
We offer karate, ju-jitsu and tai chi. Each art is taught separately and completely. In addition, elements of each art are practiced in conjunction with the parent art. There is a strong emphasis on physical, mental and spiritual (character development) fitness and health. The main points of focus for the instruction at Shuhari Martial Arts are:
1. Teaching the arts following the quality standards of performance
2. Character development and martial arts philosophy
3. Well-roundedness of the student's martial arts skills
4. Operation of the school with integrity in business and teaching practices
5. Professional, top-quality instruction
6. Anyone with desire and sincerity can learn and benefit from the study of the martial arts
Our Mission Statement
At Shuhari we are committed to produce well-rounded and educated martial artists who are capable and prepared to protect themselves, and to foster peace, humility and compassion through traditional martial arts training.
Shu - to protect
Ha - to break
Ri - to leave
Shuhari has the connotation and symbolic meaning of “to learn, to master and to transcend”. The idea expressed here is to train with a constant striving for excellence, and to apply martial arts skills and virtues to everyday life with the intent to master oneself.
Shuhari Martial Arts and Healing Center is a modern training facility which offers three traditional martial arts programs, various types of massage, Chinese acupuncture and traditional Oriental medicine. The type of training offered at Shuhari gives students the opportunity to develop physically, mentally and spiritually, and helps individuals become more aware, confident and able to protect themselves. Our instructors are competent in these areas and are trained to help you succeed in your endeavors. As a member of this dojo you have our personal commitment to your success in the martial arts!
Shuhari Martial Arts & Healing Center is located at 1100 N Tuttle Ave. in Grand Slam Plaza, directly across the street from Ed Smith Stadium and the Youth Athletic Complex at the corner of 12th St. and Tuttle Ave.
Benefits of training in traditional martial arts:
* Increases Awareness
* Self Discipline
* Self Protection Skills
* Improves Coordination
* Increases Self Esteem
* Promotes Good Health
* Increases Flexibility
* Healthy Weight Loss
* Improves Cardio Fitness
* Relieves Stress
* Better Grades in School
* Classes by Age and Rank
* Day and Night Classes
Our Programs
Shuhari Martial Arts offers a variety of martial arts classes and training options for child, teen and adult students. To optimize learning, all of our classes are separated by age and experience level. Our programs are taught by highly trained, experienced black belt level instructors in a professional atmosphere. Shuhari is a traditional martial arts facility utilizing modern equipment and training methods in a safe environment. Our instruction is geared toward helping each student reach their full potential through tried-and-proven teaching procedures. Our focus is on teaching top quality martial arts students for all ages in a warm and nurturing environment to positively affect the lives of our students and the community.