-fosters positive self esteem;
             -promotes self reliance;
             -offers a place for personal growth;
             -and helps students to reach their goals,
Our new location is right in the heart of Carteret Township, and a short distance from both the NJTpk and Routes 1&9. Classes will be conducted with the same convenient schedule.
Shihan Chirico
With over 45 years experience in the martial arts, Shihan Ralph Chirico, 10th Degree Black Belt and head of the Isshin Shorin Ji Ryu Okinawa Te System, has helped thousands of children, teenagers, and adults to obtain the gifts of: a healthier lifestyle; increased confidence; greater focus & attention; and good sportsmanship - the keys to a successful life. Each class works to condition you physically and mentally, improving: coordination; fitness; discipline; and stamina, while sharpening your senses and clearing your mind.
"Let it be what it's gonna be or let it go."
At Chirico's School of Karate (732)969-3533 we welcome students of all ages and skill levels with convenient: afterschool, evening, and weekend classes with NO CONTRACTS and NO TESTING FEES. We offer an affordable monthly payment schedule perfect for families working their way through the recession.
Your Child Will Develop the Focus and Motivation Needed For BETTER ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE.
"Thanks to Chirico's School of Karate, my son - now a black belt - has maintained a 4.0 GPA at a prestigious high school, and that's with taking Advance Placement courses. Thank you for teaching my son about focus, discipline, respect and determination." Mr.Marques
Your Teen Will Experience A Sense of PRIDE to Stand Up For What Is Right, Even When Faced With Conflicting Peer Pressures.
"One of the greatest values my son learned at Chirico's School of Karate is how to be a leader and not a follower. Thank you for keeping my son on the right path to success in life." Don Skrocki, brown belt and father of Greg Skrocki (1st Kyu brown belt)
You Will Find That Proper Martial Arts Training Allows You Will FEEL YEARS YOUNGER.
"Learning martial arts will help you regain your flexibility, increase your stamina and improve your overall health quickly. But that's just the beginning. You will also learn: how proper breathing and meditation can eradicate stress from your life; how to improve concentration, self discipline and attitude so you perform better at work and live life to the fullest."-Kevin Holton, DC, 7th degree black belt