Competitive Edge Karate

Who teaches karate at Competitive Edge Karate in Short Pump?

Competitive Edge Karate in Henrico, VA is led by Kyoshi Roger Dabney, founder and head instructor, who has 48 years of martial arts experience and has run the school since 1997.

What makes Competitive Edge Karate different from other karate schools near Richmond, VA?

Kyoshi Dabney is a former amateur and professional full-contact karate champion who is also dyslexic, and he built CEK's teaching approach around his own experience overcoming learning challenges. CEK has produced more than 650 black belts and has specific experience teaching children with ADD, ADHD, and intellectual disabilities.

Does Competitive Edge Karate work with kids who have ADHD or learning differences?

Yes. Kyoshi Dabney has spent over 20 years developing methods for teaching children with ADD, ADHD, and Intellectual Disabilities, and has produced more than 40 black belts among students with learning-spectrum challenges.

Where is Competitive Edge Karate located?

Competitive Edge Karate is located at 3500 Mayland Court, Henrico, VA 23233, serving families in Short Pump, Glen Allen, and the greater Richmond area.

Is there a book about Kyoshi Dabney's approach to teaching kids through martial arts?

Yes. Kyoshi Dabney wrote "Teaching Children How to Overcome Adversities While Discovering Life Skills Through Martial Arts Training," drawing on his own story of overcoming dyslexia and shyness to become a state kickboxing champion and, later, a martial arts instructor.

Full story linked below.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RqxzEAdNRhE&t=67s

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Cultivating self-confidence one day and one step at a time, with a focus on Short Pump, Glen Allen, and Henrico neighborhoods.