Sensei Tom Mah is a 6^th degree Shito-Ryu and a 4^th degree Chito-Ryu black belt with 33 years of knowledge and experience. He has been teaching in Kelowna for the past 29 years. He is a certified teacher (Shihan) who knows the importance of good technique to proper karate development. Sensei Mah's philosophy in teaching karate to others is not to turn them into the toughest or the best fighters but rather through the skills of karate teach them to realize just how amazing our God created body is, to appreciated the importance of physical fitness and the advantage of having the skills to defend oneself, to teach them how to move gracefully with power, and to become an individual that is polite and courteous.

Adult mornings (18 yrs+) (yellow to black level) Tuesdays & Thursdays - 9:00 am to 10:15 am Adult evenings (14 yrs +) (beginners to yellow level) Tuesdays & Thursdays - 6:15 pm to 7:15 pm (orange to black level) Tuesdays & Thursdays - 7:20 pm to 8:35 pm Children (7-13 yrs) (beginners to yellow level) Tuesdays & Thursdays - 5:10 pm to 6:10 pm (orange and higher levels) Tuesdays & Thursdays - 4:05 pm to 5:05 pm

As a child, training with Sensei Mah was invaluable. It gave me confidence in myself, encouraged self discipline, and provided me with life skills I still use today. Now nearly 15 years later, I’m training again. Whether it’s for Exercise, acquiring skills, or as a sporting lifestyle, there’s nowhere else I’d rather be training. --Brandon Knorr

As a couple in our fifties we were looking for a new opportunity to challenge ourselves physically and mentally. The emphasis on core strength and flexibility coupled with the resulting confidence of learning karate has been a perfect fit. The Tom Mah School of Karate has provided a perfect environment of challenge and respect, allowing us to progress individually and as a couple. We are huge fans of TMSK. --Tim and Arlene Schroeder

My son has been taking Karate with Tom Mah since he was in Kindergarten and is now in his 6th year. In that time my son has gained confidence, strength, respect and patience. He always looks forward to his Karate lessons and takes pride in mastering his katas. Tom Mah is an excellent Sensei. He is a great mentor and teacher. I would highly recommend the Tom Mah School of Karate. --Elinor Sobon

It has been about 15 months since I returned to Karate after a 10 year break. I had been busy with life and really missed the physical and mental aspects of Karate. After being back to training, I find that I am probably in the best physical shape I have been in years. I have much more energy, but I can also focus better on any mental work I am engaged in. The other students become friends and there is a great level of comradery. Everyone is very helpful and the atmosphere is one where you can ask questions if you are unsure about anything. It is certainly a humbling experience in that the more you learn, the more you realize how much you do not know. Being in the financial industry, there has been a significant amount of turmoil and stress over the past year or so. Karate allows me to take my mind away from this and concentrate on self-development, and focus on a life long learning. Thank you Sensei Mah for leadership and teachings. I would recommend that anybody who wants to learn Karate way of life should visit you at your dojo. --Danny Der

Karate really is the 'whole package'. It stimulates the mind, body and soul. It is very challenging and rewarding without ever being boring! It really is more of a way of life than 'just another sport'. I find that the benefits that I have gained through my Karate training have carried over into my daily life as well. I have more self confidence and self awareness not to mention, I have never been this fit before in my entire life! For anyone looking for a fun, safe, rewarding and challenging environment, I would highly recommend Tom Mah School of Karate. --Carol Webb

TMSK is a member of:

• Renshikan Karate-Do International - Shito-Ryu
• Karate BC
• National Karate Association