730 Milford Road, East Stroudsburg PA 18301
Pocono Self Defense School

Traditional Karate training with modern day applications for practical self-defense

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Karate champion Chelsea Ferguson

Welcome to Pocono Self Defense School, where traditional Japanese Karate meets modern self-defense principles.

Under the guidance of accomplished instructors with extensive experience, you'll embark on a transformative journey.

Effective martial-arts training can help you:

  • Strengthen and condition your body
  • Improve your confidence and awareness
  • Develop mental resilience

With a unique approach to teaching, we seamlessly integrate traditional techniques with contemporary self-defense applications. Join our community and experience world-class instruction and an empowering learning environment that fosters growth, discipline, and self-confidence for students of all ages and skill levels.

Osu! - patience, respect and appreciation

Healthy competititon Healthy competition helps students to develop motivation and confidence
Grit and determination At Pocono Self Defense, we cry in the dojo so we can laugh on the battlefield
Student expectations All of our students are required to focus hard both during training and in school

One becomes a beginner after 1000 days of training. One becomes a master after 10,000 days of practice.

— Masutatsu Oyama

A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.

— Lao Tzu

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A karate student performing a jumpkick over a heavy bag