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An Incredible Learning Experience !
An incredible learning experience awaits children and adults at Blue Life Karate (Blue Life). My sons have been attending Blue Life for a combined 13 years. As… Read more “An Incredible Learning Experience !”
Experience our Training
We start children as young as 3 years old !!
When his son struggled to learn martial arts, Shihan Durand Howard was challenged to think of more engaging ways to teach. From this came an energizing new approach to children’s martial arts instruction. An approach that keeps students smiling, focused and ready to learn.
Inside our Dojo
Whether just starting out or training to become a champion, our space is safe and ready for your family to enjoy. We are conveniently located on the corner of Springfield and Prospect in Maplewood — with lots of parking!
Meet Our Master Teacher
Shihan Durand Howard
- U.S.A. Martial Arts Hall of Fame
- World Karate Union Hall of Fame
- Action Martial Arts Magazine Hall of Fame
- 12 Time Garden State Games Karate Champion
- 3 Time WKU World Champion
Shihan Durand Howard is a 9th Degree Black Belt and the Director of Blue Life Karate. Precise in his teaching yet warm in his delivery, Durand has the ability to teach the core principles with an element of fun that keeps families coming back.
