General Info

Established in 1995 in the Pelham Bay section of the Bronx, the PBKA is the longest running school in the area. We specialize in teaching traditional Isshin-ryu karate to children and adults. Developed in Okinawa, Japan and brought to America by U.S. Marines, Isshin-ryu will get you in fighting shape and prepare you for anything. Come in and try a free class with Shihan OLeary! Shihan John 'Fighting Irish' O'Leary has over 40 years experience in martial arts. He holds a 5th degree black belt in Isshin-ryu, a 2nd degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do, as well as experience in jujitsu and kickboxing.