Ashoka Martial Arts Academy

About

For me, karate is more than just fighting. I believe in building strong minds and healthy bodies. I always remind my students, "aarogyana kapadikolli" (take care of your health). Discipline and respect are at the heart of every class. I want everyone here to become not just better fighters, but better people.

What You’ll Learn

• Solid basics: stances, blocks, punches, and kicks
• Kata (set forms) to build focus and muscle memory
• Kumite (controlled sparring) to see how it all works in real situations
• Practical unarmed defense classes for day-to-day safety
• Traditional bo staff lessons and nunchaku training for beginners, with drills that challenge your precision (like breaking a coconut on a student’s head—yes, really!)

Who Can Join

Anyone. Men, women, kids—doesn’t matter if you’re a total beginner or already know a bit. We’ve got different groups for kids and adults, and we always start from your level.

How We Train

Training is serious, but always safe. We start and finish with a bow. During sparring, protective gear is a must. Sometimes we train outdoors for fresh air and adaptability. Safety first, always.

Our Community

My students are like namma makkalu (our children). We celebrate every win together—belts, competitions, even birthdays. It’s a real family vibe here, and everyone grows stronger together.