LEGEND SHOTOKAN KARATE SCHOOL At this time we would like this opportunity to share with you the quality that separates our school from other schools. We hope that after reading this brief introduction, you will discover that we take pride in knowing that "Legend Shotokan Karate" is distinctly unique in our teaching methods while maintaining the true tradition of Shotokan Karate.

Our school practices traditional Shotokan methods of teaching that are enjoyable and safe for the practitioner while providing a professional environment. We guarantee that your experience at our school will be a satisfying one.

More than just a Black Belt! Our Chief Instructor, Hanshi Scarda has been active in the arts for close to 50 years. Hanshi is the head of the Legend Shotokan Family. Legend has dojo's in Brooklyn, NYC and New Jersey. As a young karateka Hanshi Scarda was a successful competitior and went on to become the coach of the USAKF Jr. Team. Hanshi and The team traveled all over Europe as well as Japan. The Legend dojo has produced 100's of State, National and International Gold Medal Winners. Hanshi Scarda went on with his studies and became National & International licensed referee. But his proudest achievement is not the medal winner but the everyday student who goes on to college and becomes doctors, lawyers, teachers, fireman, law enforement agents, dentists, brokers, mothers and fathers and upstanding members of their community. Among Hanshi Scarda's accomplishments is the winning attitude that the students learn starting with their first lesson till they become black belts. LEGEND - FAMILY OWNED AND FAMILY OPERATED SCHOOL! We pride ourselves on always being there for every student, whenever needed! We are proud to say that we measure our school not by the amount of students but by the accomplishments our students make.

OUR PROGRAMS include:

1. Realistic Self Defense

2. Leadership Qualities

3. Positive Attitude

4. Proper Etiquette

5. Respect of Others

6. Encouragement to earn better Grades in School.

7. Motivation for self improvement.

8. Weight Control

Principles that are practiced at the Legend

1. Loyalty 2. Honor 3. Love of family and country.

4. Respect for self & others. 5. Judgement in all situations.

6. Winning attitude ~ to finish what you start!

The Martial Arts Develop Life Skills!

Kata... kata is designed to increase performance and coordination. Performing Kata can be done alone or with partner. Kata is done at the dojo and should be practiced at home inorder to increase improvement of the martial art skills. Performing kata improves Cardio Vascular Circulation and helps to manage daily stress. Kata will help to improve self defense skills while increasing the knowledge of the art. kata, unlike other sports, can be practiced all year round, in your home, and while on vacation.

Our Teaching Team

The teachers at Legend Shotokan Karate are professional, dedicated, knowledgeable, and show patience while teaching; most of all they love what they are doing. Our classes are structured so each student reaches their full potential. Our teachers are skilled in positive reinforcement and quickly achieve results with children & teens. It is never too soon to start developing good habits such as Leadership, hard work and the "never quit attitude" ~ benefits that will last a life time.

We invite you to compare! Legend Shotokan Karate has formed an alliance with Sensei Thomas Casale and the Japan Shotokan Karate Association, giving our school and our students National and International recognition.