Superior Martial Arts in Gladstone Michigan has become well known in the community for its excellent instruction and training in the martial arts. Under the leadership of Lynette A. Bunno, Sensei, the karate school has a true family atmosphere where everyone respects each other; lower ranks respect higher ranks and vice versa.
Bunno Sensei and Superior Martial Arts are proud to be associated with James Thompson Kyoshi, Uechi-Ryu Kokusai out of Kalamazoo. Superior Martial Arts is also associated with the National Association of Professional Martial Artists. It is Bunno Sensei’s mission to bring back the best training possible to Delta County for her students and has been successful in doing so.
All students will have a chance to develop in our well rounded adult and kid’s programs. We focus on all areas of the martial arts to give you the best knowledge and experience possible.
Anyone that teaches at Superior Martial Arts adheres to a strict code of ethics, must have a background in teaching, and have no criminal background. It is our duty to provide a safe and positive atmosphere for all that train at Superior Martial Arts.
Benefits of Martial Arts Training
Karate training offers many different benefits. It offers many unique opportunities in which you will find nowhere else besides a good karate school. This is a brief summary of what Superior Martial Arts offers you:
Karate training develops mental discipline and determination as well as physical fitness. Karate Classes emphasize spirit and perseverance. You will find that this positive attitude carries over from the Dojo into your personal life. Regular attendance and consistent work results in improvement and reinforcement of patience and self-discipline.
At Superior Martial Arts, students learn the fundamentals of Karate first. When proper basics are practiced, the student progresses with a deeper understanding of the concept and meaning behind Karate techniques.
Your training will consist of Uechi-Ryu Karate-Do, Okinawan Weapons, and Aiki Jujutsu. Few karate schools offer these unique training opportunities.
Brief Outline
Uechi-Ryu karate is a half-hard / half-soft style. It originated from a Chinese style called Pangai-Noon. The foundation kata (form) is Sanchin. Sanchin is also in other Okinawan styles that have Chinese roots.
This kata is one of the original three katas that are traced back to china. There are 8 kata, numerous drills, body conditioning, and self-defense techniques that are regularly taught in Uechi-Ryu.
Kobudo is the art of weapons training. Examples of weapons are Bo, Sai, and Kama. There are numerous kata’s for each weapon. Each is very challenging. Practical application is also taught for real life situations.
For specific benefits of our Karate School, please check out the Adult Class and Kids Class options on the main menu located on the left side of the page.
