519 Martial Arts

About 519 Martial Arts

519 Martial Arts is a traditional karate club and child development centre in the Argyle neighbourhood of London, Ontario. It offers martial arts classes for children, teens, and adults. The school is SKILLZ Certified and trained in child development, and it teaches Shorinjiryu karate using the P.I.E.S. framework, which focuses on physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development. Programs include Early SKILLZ for ages three to four, Basic SKILLZ for ages five to six, the Shorinjiryu Kohai program for ages seven to nine, and the Shorinjiryu Senpai program for ages ten to fourteen. Shorinjiryu Teen/Adult classes are available for individuals aged fourteen and up. The school also features a Spectrum SKILLZ Program for students with unique learning needs. Owner and head instructor Tashi Aron Polmateer is a 4th degree black belt in Shorinjiryu Karate with over 30 years of experience. Lead Instructors Isobel Glass Shodan and Quinton Dowler Shodan specialize in early childhood development and inclusive training. The business offers a free one-on-one orientation class.