The Okinawa Karate and Cultural Center (OKCC) in Chantilly, VA, is dedicated to preserving and promoting Okinawan martial arts and cultural traditions. We offer authentic karate classes for all ages and skill levels, fostering physical fitness, discipline, and respect. Our cultural events and workshops provide a unique glimpse into Okinawa’s rich heritage, from traditional music and dance to crafts and language. Whether you're interested in martial arts training or cultural enrichment, OKCC provides a welcoming environment for personal growth and community connection.

About the Okinawa Karate and Cultural Center (OKCC)
Located in Chantilly, VA, the Okinawa Karate and Cultural Center (OKCC) is a one-of-a-kind community hub dedicated to preserving, promoting, and sharing the rich martial and cultural heritage of Okinawa, Japan. Rooted in the values of respect, discipline, courage, pride, and responsibility, OKCC offers a welcoming and inspiring environment for individuals and families of all ages.

At the heart of OKCC is our traditional Okinawan karate program, led by Master Nestor Folta—a direct student of Grandmaster Kanei Uechi and the only non-Okinawan in the world to have completed all belt ranks through 8th Degree in person at the Uechi-Ryu World Headquarters Futenma Shubukan in Okinawa. Our karate classes emphasize not only practical self-defense and physical conditioning but also personal transformation, mental resilience, and strong moral character. Programs are available for children, teens, and adults, from absolute beginners to advanced black belts.

Complementing our martial arts programs, OKCC also offers immersive opportunities to explore Okinawan culture through workshops and special events. Students and community members can engage with traditional music (Sanshin), Eisa drumming, Bingata textile art, Ryukyuan language, and cultural storytelling. These offerings foster deeper appreciation and understanding of Okinawa’s unique identity and enduring spirit.

In addition to martial arts and cultural education, OKCC proudly hosts Okinawa Blue Zone Fitness & Wellness classes—a groundbreaking program designed for adults of all ages. Inspired by Okinawa’s world-renowned longevity and vitality, our Blue Zone classes blend gentle movement, breathwork, balance training, acupressure, mindfulness, and functional strength exercises. These sessions support physical health, mental clarity, stress relief, and lifelong mobility in a relaxed and supportive setting.

From karate and cultural arts to holistic wellness, the Okinawa Karate and Cultural Center is a place where tradition and transformation meet. Whether you're a lifelong martial artist, a parent seeking positive activities for your child, or someone looking to live with greater purpose and well-being, OKCC invites you to discover the spirit, strength, and serenity of Okinawa.