Uechi-ryu Karate · Richland, Mississippi
Train the old way. Stay for the people.
Chatan Dojo USA teaches Uechi-ryu, a traditional Okinawan karate built on Sanchin, close-range technique, and hard conditioning. Beginners are welcome.
上地流UECHI-RYŪ
Who we are
Uechi-ryu in Richland, rooted in Chatan
Chatan Dojo USA is a Uechi-ryu karate school in Richland, Mississippi. The dojo is named in honor of Takamiyagi Sensei's Chatan Dojo in Chatan-cho, Okinawa.
Sensei Kenney opened the school in Richland in August 2006. Today the dojo holds classes for kids starting at age 6, youth, teens, and adults, along with weapons training for yellow belts and up.
Class schedule
When we train
| Day | Time | Class | Who |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 6:00–7:00 pm | Weapons | Yellow belt and up |
| 7:00–8:00 pm | Make-up class | All ages and ranks | |
| Tuesday & Thursday | 6:00–6:45 pm | Kids | Ages 6–9 |
| 7:00–8:00 pm | Youth | Ages 10–13 | |
| 8:00–9:00 pm | Teens and adults | Ages 14 and up | |
| Saturday | 11:00 am–12:00 pm | Weapons | Yellow belt and up |
| 12:00–1:00 pm | Make-up class | All ages and ranks |
Missed a class? Come to the Monday or Saturday make-up class.
Test prep
Belt requirements
Requirements for each rank are coming soon. Until then, ask Sensei what you need for your next test.
Hojo undo equipment
Nigiri-game training jars
Grip jars for traditional conditioning. Hold them by the rim and walk through your stances to build grip, forearms, and a rooted posture.
Visit
Find the dojo
Call ahead or stop by during class hours.
- Address
- 121 Industrial Drive
Richland, MS 39218 - Phone
- (601) 941-3739
- chatandojo1@bellsouth.net