Martial Arts
Zanshin Karate at Brio:
Strong bodies. Strong minds. Shared values.
At Brio, we believe that the arts and martial arts aren’t opposites—they’re allies. That’s why we’re proud to be the home of Zanshin Karate, an award-winning martial arts club that shares our commitment to growth, community, and character.
Zanshin offers high-quality, practical martial arts training for students ages 7 to adult, with a focus on self-defence, discipline, health, and inner strength. It’s the perfect complement to our creative arts programs, and together, they create a well-rounded, inspiring environment where kids and teens thrive.
You know you’re at Brio when you see students in karate gis heading from guitar to class, or sharing warm-ups with friends from musical theatre. This is a place where every student can explore, grow, and discover what they’re made of—on stage and on the mat.
Come see what makes Zanshin Karate at Brio so special.
Our Intro Karate class is the perfect starting point for kids who are ready to jump into martial arts with confidence, focus, and fun!
Designed for ages 7 and up, this class offers a dynamic, age-appropriate introduction to karate, with all the benefits of traditional training—discipline, fitness, self-defence, and confidence—delivered in an encouraging and community-focused environment.
Students develop foundational skills, learn key techniques, and begin building the habits that will support their long-term success in martial arts. Whether they’re brand new or looking to sharpen their basics, our Intro class gives kids the tools they need to thrive—on and off the mat.
Powered by Zanshin Karate, this class is a stepping stone into a lifelong love of martial arts.
Once students graduate from our Intro class—or join us from another martial arts background—they’re ready to step into the full Zanshin Karate experience.
Zanshin Karate, Brio’s in-house martial arts club, is where serious training meets lifelong growth. Rooted in the traditional Shorin Ryu style, one of the oldest forms of karate, our program blends discipline, tradition, and respect, with a strong sense of community, encouragement, and fun.
Classes are challenging, engaging, and supportive—designed to build confidence, strength, and skill in students of all ages. Whether your child is continuing from Intro or you’re an adult looking to train, Zanshin offers a welcoming environment where commitment and camaraderie thrive.
It’s no wonder our families describe Zanshin as a place where students feel respected, motivated, and proud to grow.
At Zanshin Karate, students go beyond the basics with two exciting components of advanced martial arts training: sparring and Kobudo.
Sparring (Kumite) is introduced safely in all classes, helping students develop focus, timing, and control. With proper gear and guidance, students build confidence and apply their skills in a dynamic setting—always with respect and safety at the forefront.
Kobudo, the traditional art of Okinawan weaponry, deepens a student’s connection to martial arts history and discipline. With its own ranking system, Kobudo training at Zanshin includes weapons like bo, sai, nunchaku, kama, tonfa, and tombo, offering a unique and challenging complement to karate.
Together, sparring and Kobudo help students sharpen both mind and body, and enrich their martial arts journey.
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