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Ham's Martial Arts Oakville is a Karate school in Oakville, offering traditional Japanese Wado Ryu Karate classes for individuals of all ages. The school is led by Marsha Ham, a certified 2nd Dan instructor in Wado Ryu Karate by the Wado International Karate Federation (WIKF). Marsha has been teaching Karate in Oakville since 2008 and is dedicated to helping her students develop their mind, body, and soul through regular practice.
The Winter Session for 2024 is now open for registration, with classes starting in January. Located at the Glen Abbey United Church at 1469 Nottinghill Gate in Oakville, Ham's Martial Arts Oakville provides a friendly and welcoming environment for students to learn and grow. Small class sizes ensure individual attention and guidance for each student, from beginners to advanced practitioners.
Wado Ryu Karate, developed by Hironori Ohtsuka in 1938, incorporates Taisabaki into its practice. Taisabaki, or body shifting, focuses on efficient movement for attacks and defence, with no wasted motion. Regular training in Karate not only helps increase fitness, balance, focus, flexibility, and strength but also instills discipline and confidence in practitioners.
As a member of the Wado International Karate-Do Federation and Ontario Karate Federation, Ham's Martial Arts Oakville is committed to upholding the highest standards in Karate instruction and providing a safe and supportive learning environment for all students. Whether you're a child or an adult looking to start your Karate journey, there is something for everyone at Ham's Martial Arts Oakville. Don't hesitate to register for classes now and experience the transformative power of Karate in your life.
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Registration for Spring Session 2026 is now open, and Spring Session 2026 starts in April.
Our class location is Glen Abbey United Church at 1469 Nottinghill Gate, Oakville.
We teach a traditional Japanese Karate called Wado Ryu, developed in 1938 by Hironori Ohtsuka. Wado Ryu includes Taisabaki, which is body shifting to move just enough for attacks and defense with no wasted motion.