Welcome to the Allentown Dojo of the Order of Isshin-Ryu Our system of karate has many facets: self-defense, self-confidence, physical fitness, sport, and philosophy. Our classes include instruction of kicks, punches, blocks, basic Kata, kumite (sparring), Kobu-jutsu (weapons), basic “quick” escapes, wrist drops/locks, body rolls, and “break” falls. We strive to improve overall awareness of situations involving physical conflict. The hallmarks of Isshin-Ryu Karate include: Techniques delivered from natural stances, giving the practitioner mobility and dexterity, as opposed to wide, locked positions. A vertical fist as compared to a horizontal fist. Close-in techniques and low kicks for street practicality. Hand and foot techniques are equally stressed so that a practitioner learns to use all of the weapons at his/her disposal. You never join a dojo, you become a part of it. Come, be a part of ours.