Discover the best Karate Dojo for Adults & Seniors in Alexandria
Learn real self‑defense, even with zero experience.
Improve balance, strength, and confidence.
Friendly, ego‑free classes for adults 30–65+.
Free uniform when you join
Practical Okinawan self‑defense for adults & seniors 30+. No contract. No hidden fees.
Limited spots available for new adult students each month.
Discover the best Karate Dojo for Adults & Seniors in Alexandria
Learn real self‑defense, even with zero experience.
Improve balance, strength, and confidence.
Friendly, ego‑free classes for adults 30–65+.
Free uniform when you join
Practical Okinawan self‑defense for adults & seniors 30+. No contract. No hidden fees.
Limited spots available for new adult students each month.
No spam. No selling your info. Just details about your lesson.
How it works:
Step 1: Claim your free lesson.
Step 2: We schedule your visit.
Step 3: Try a class, then decide.
You're never too old to learn karate and practical self-defense. But why settle for a kids' school? You deserve to learn from the best adult-focused instructors and train with other adult students.
We specialize in teaching self-defense-centered karate. No tournaments or dangerous sparring lessons. Just a community that sticks together and wants to be prepared to take care of themselves and their loved ones.
About the Dojo
We opened our doors as an established dojo in 2017 and have built a wonderful community of karateka during these last few years. Our school is led by Sensei Roberto and Senpai Denise
Sensei Roberto Curtis, 9th degree, has trained in the martial arts for over 50 years, and is a direct student of Grand Master Seikichi Iha, Hanshi, 10th degree. Sensei Roberto started training with Seikichi Iha in 1979 in the Lansing, Michigan, Hombu Dojo.
Over his 50 years of practice, Sensei Roberto has observed that karate is an evolving art. We learn from and observe the teachings of the great masters, but in the end, we must all “make karate our own”.
In the words of Sensei Roberto: "The karate I taught when I first began teaching is nothing like the karate I teach now. A long time ago, when I first started martial arts training, our concern was to hit, kick and block hard. [...] Now I focus more and more on Nagashi blocks that are so soft that you can respond to an attack before your opponent even knows their attack was blocked. [...] this is better for women and older people who don’t enjoy banging up their arms."
For over 45-years as a Foreign Service Officer and Civil Servant, Sensei Roberto taught effective Self Defense Karate to U.S. Embassy Security Personnel, U.S. Marines, foreign security agents, and people like you.
When he settled back in the U.S. and retired from public service, he founded Virginia Okinawan Karate to continue to share his passion for karate, teaching, and self-defense.
Sensei Roberto Curtis, 9th degree, has trained in the martial arts for over 50 years, and is a direct student of Grand Master Seikichi Iha, Hanshi, 10th degree. Sensei Roberto started training with Seikichi Iha in 1979 in the Lansing, Michigan, Hombu Dojo.
Over his 50 years of practice, Sensei Roberto has observed that karate is an evolving art. We learn from and observe the teachings of the great masters, but in the end, we must all “make karate our own”.
In the words of Sensei Roberto: "The karate I taught when I first began teaching is nothing like the karate I teach now. A long time ago, when I first started martial arts training, our concern was to hit, kick and block hard. [...] Now I focus more and more on Nagashi blocks that are so soft that you can respond to an attack before your opponent even knows their attack was blocked. [...] this is better for women and older people who don’t enjoy banging up their arms."
For over 45-years as a Foreign Service Officer and Civil Servant, Sensei Roberto taught effective Self Defense Karate to U.S. Embassy Security Personnel, U.S. Marines, foreign security agents, and people like you.
When he settled back in the U.S. and retired from public service, he founded Virginia Okinawan Karate to continue to share his passion for karate, teaching, and self-defense.
Denise started training in Beikoku Shidokan with Sensei Roberto Curtis in 2011. She began her martial arts training in 1998 and has also studied Koryu Uchinadi and Tae Kwon Do.
For much of her martial arts career, she was one of only a few women at the dojo. As a result, she became passionate about bringing more women into the martial arts because it builds confidence in every aspect of life -- career, home, community, and, of course, in the ability to defend oneself.
Outside the dojo, Denise formerly served as President of Motley Fool Asset Management, where she was also often the “only woman in the room.” Denise has a bachelor’s degree in English and an MBA with a marketing concentration from Mount St. Mary’s University.
About the Dojo
We opened our doors as an established dojo in 2017 and have built a wonderful community of karateka during these last few years. Our school is led by Sensei Roberto and Senpai Denise
Sensei Roberto Curtis, 9th degree, has trained in the martial arts for over 50 years, and is a direct student of Grand Master Seikichi Iha, Hanshi, 10th degree. Sensei Roberto started training with Seikichi Iha in 1979 in the Lansing, Michigan, Hombu Dojo.
Over his 50 years of practice, Sensei Roberto has observed that karate is an evolving art. We learn from and observe the teachings of the great masters, but in the end, we must all “make karate our own”.
In the words of Sensei Roberto: "The karate I taught when I first began teaching is nothing like the karate I teach now. A long time ago, when I first started martial arts training, our concern was to hit, kick and block hard. [...] Now I focus more and more on Nagashi blocks that are so soft that you can respond to an attack before your opponent even knows their attack was blocked. [...] this is better for women and older people who don’t enjoy banging up their arms."
For over 45-years as a Foreign Service Officer and Civil Servant, Sensei Roberto taught effective Self Defense Karate to U.S. Embassy Security Personnel, U.S. Marines, foreign security agents, and people like you.
When he settled back in the U.S. and retired from public service, he founded Virginia Okinawan Karate to continue to share his passion for karate, teaching, and self-defense.
Sensei Roberto Curtis, 9th degree, has trained in the martial arts for over 50 years, and is a direct student of Grand Master Seikichi Iha, Hanshi, 10th degree. Sensei Roberto started training with Seikichi Iha in 1979 in the Lansing, Michigan, Hombu Dojo.
Over his 50 years of practice, Sensei Roberto has observed that karate is an evolving art. We learn from and observe the teachings of the great masters, but in the end, we must all “make karate our own”.
In the words of Sensei Roberto: "The karate I taught when I first began teaching is nothing like the karate I teach now. A long time ago, when I first started martial arts training, our concern was to hit, kick and block hard. [...] Now I focus more and more on Nagashi blocks that are so soft that you can respond to an attack before your opponent even knows their attack was blocked. [...] this is better for women and older people who don’t enjoy banging up their arms."
For over 45-years as a Foreign Service Officer and Civil Servant, Sensei Roberto taught effective Self Defense Karate to U.S. Embassy Security Personnel, U.S. Marines, foreign security agents, and people like you.
When he settled back in the U.S. and retired from public service, he founded Virginia Okinawan Karate to continue to share his passion for karate, teaching, and self-defense.
Denise started training in Beikoku Shidokan with Sensei Roberto Curtis in 2011. She began her martial arts training in 1998 and has also studied Koryu Uchinadi and Tae Kwon Do.
For much of her martial arts career, she was one of only a few women at the dojo. As a result, she became passionate about bringing more women into the martial arts because it builds confidence in every aspect of life -- career, home, community, and, of course, in the ability to defend oneself.
Outside the dojo, Denise formerly served as President of Motley Fool Asset Management, where she was also often the “only woman in the room.” Denise has a bachelor’s degree in English and an MBA with a marketing concentration from Mount St. Mary’s University.
Denise started training in Beikoku Shidokan with Sensei Roberto Curtis in 2011. She began her martial arts training in 1998 and has also studied Koryu Uchinadi and Tae Kwon Do.
For much of her martial arts career, she was one of only a few women at the dojo. As a result, she became passionate about bringing more women into the martial arts because it builds confidence in every aspect of life -- career, home, community, and, of course, in the ability to defend oneself.
Outside the dojo, Denise formerly served as President of Motley Fool Asset Management, where she was also often the “only woman in the room.” Denise has a bachelor’s degree in English and an MBA with a marketing concentration from Mount St. Mary’s University.
Am I too old / out of shape?
No, all people are welcome to our lessons. If you have any health problems, we will take good care of you and adapt the lessons so you can follow with the rest of the class!
Do I need experience?
No. Beginners are more than welcome!
What should I wear?
Comfortable sports clothing.
Is there a contract / hidden fees?
Absolutely not. Our school memberships are month to month without any contracts.
Our Address: 6416 Grovedale Dr STE 302B, Alexandria, VA 22310, United States