O'Sensei Virgil Kimmey

He has been called a great man, a wise man, a proud man, but no single definition seems to sum up the characteristics of O’Sensei Virgil D’Arcy Kimmey, Ph.D., and Judan, 10th Degree Blackbelt. For the past 20-30 years, his livelihood was teaching martial arts. Before this, he served in the army, worked as a security guard, a jewelry salesman, a body guard, a stenographer, and other varied professions. His personality was as unique as his job history, but for a man who was quite difficult to “figure out”, he will be missed by thousands of students all over the world.

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TEAM Dojo

Everyone will want to join this group of children, teenagers and adults who have come together as a team to promote the discipline, respect, and honor that karate training has brought to their lives! These students are especially chosen by Sensei Pena, and train extra during the year to compete in tournaments all over the country. Team members also compete in the Super Grands World Games Karate Tournament, and enjoy special team practices and social events during the competition season. Team members should be prepared to give extra time to karate training, and those students wishing to become members of “Team Dojo” should know that members are held to a higher standard.

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Student of the Year

We are honored to present our Students of the Year for over 10 years!

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Birthday Parties

Come party at the Karate Dojo for your birthday!

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Zen Shotokai

On Saturday - July 29, 2017 Sensei Brian Pena was declared and confirmed as the Headmaster of Zen Shotokai Karate and Kobudo by Ms. Maria Kimmey, wife of the late O'Sensei Virgil Kimmey, 10th...

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