Author: Sean Schroeder

Sean Schroeder has been training and studying Okinawan Shorin-ryu since 1974 under Kyoshi Noel Smith in Virginia Beach. Though he only attended one school, OBI Karate, he has none the less trained with other leading martial artists and learned new concepts, which he has applied to the foundation.Sean believes as a student of Karate, or any martial art, the student learns a foundation and he must build upon it. Much like college students learn from their professors.Sean doesn’t consider Karate as the Japanese consider it, it is not for seeking perfection. Instead, Karate is to be learned to strengthen the mind and body, with the primary intention of becoming formidable, and capable of defending one’s self. It is the art of self-protection, not the art of self-perfection.
Feb 6, 2023

Special Needs Karate Program

Virginia Beach Special Needs Karate Coastal Virginia Karate LLC, DBA as Cova Karate is bringing to Virginia Beach a martial arts program specifically for special need athletes.   These athletes will compete in both AAU Karate and the Special Olympics. To make this happen, we need your help. We are seeking local corporate sponsors who want
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Jan 28, 2023

Thank you

Sponsors who made this event possible. Thank you for Supporting Enjewel A special gift for your from Cova Karate We would like to express our thanks for your support of Enjewel by your participation in the Enjewel Self-defense training program. It is important to develop and continue to refine your instinctive responses to physical attacks.  
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Virginia Beach Mart ial arts school Jan 25, 2023

Business Partners & Local Businesses

Coastal Virginia Karate and Martial arts is more than just a local dojo teaching Okinawan martial arts and weapons. We are a proud member of our community. We partner with other local businesses to give back to those that we serve. This page lists our business partners

Manhood beaten down Jan 22, 2023

Embracing masculinity

There is a cancer that is effecting our social climate. It is the purposeful attack on manhood, and what it is to be a man. Those of us who embrace manhood, are attacked. We are told we are exhibiting “toxic masculinity”. The express goal is to beat-down, demoralize and weaken men.What are toxic characteristic masculine traits?

Jan 21, 2023

Powerful mindset is everything

Mindset is everything” is a powerful belief that can have a profound impact on our lives. It’s a reminder that our thoughts and beliefs have the power to shape our reality, and that the way we think about ourselves and our abilities can greatly influence our success. Believing in ourselves is paramount to achieving our
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virginia beach Martial Arts and karate Jan 21, 2023

Learning Discipline and Respect with Virginia Beach Martial Arts and Karate

Virginia Beach Martial Arts and Karate Program offers an exciting way to learn discipline, self-confidence, respect, and resilience. The program is designed to help young adults between the ages of 12 to 18 become better versions of themselves by teaching them the principles of martial arts. This program has been around since 2020, providing a safe and educational environment for youth in the area.

Jan 20, 2023