Welcome TO NKS AJAX

Welcome to Northern Karate Ajax (NKS Ajax),  we are committed to empowering individuals through martial arts. Our mission is to instill unwavering confidence in our students while fostering a positive and nurturing environment. We take pride in our professionalism and dedication to putting our student’s progress above all else.

A Brief History

Founded in 1972, Northern Karate Schools is not only Canada’s most respected martial arts organization, it is famous and highly regarded throughout the world.  Northern Karate Schools has grown to 15 locations across the Greater Toronto Area with satellite schools in different countries.

Our curriculum incorporates techniques from a variety of martial arts disciplines while staying true to traditional practices. Our extensive and evolving curriculum means we keep students engaged every karate class including to their black belt and beyond.

TODAY

Northern Karate Ajax opened its doors in 2014 at our current location and we are proud to be celebrating over a decade in Ajax. Our school has quickly grown from a handful of students to Ajax's largest and most recognized martial arts organization.  We are conveniently located at the intersection of Rossland Road East and Salem Road in a retail plaza with ample parking and easy access.

Shihan Rob Christie

Director, NKS Ajax

Shihan Robert Christie has been studying martial arts for almost 40 years, receiving his 1st Degree Black Belt in 1992 from Yudansha Kobujitsu Karate-Doh Federation and his 2nd Degree Black Belt with World Kobudo Federation. He has trained under the guidance of Hanshi Cezar Borkowski and for the last 28 years and has earned the rank of 6th Degree Black Belt from Seishinkan Karate Kobudo International, the World Kobudo Federation and All Okinawan Karate Do Federation, Japan. In 2020 Shihan Christie received his 1st Degree Black Belt in Koshou Ryu Ju-Jitsu Kai. Shihan Christie has studied a variety of martial arts over the past four decades and holds a deep and abiding respect for all. In addition to his impressive karate and kobudo (Japanese lesson: "empty hand and weapons") diplomas and awards, he holds a National Coaching Certificate with a specialization in elite sports and athletics. His background includes professional life coaching. His fierce martial spirit and clean combative style showcase his technical skills while empowering and motivating his students. He's a serious karateka (Japanese lesson: "karate student").

Shihan Rob Christie

Seishinkan

We teach Karate in the style of: Shurite forms, Nahate kata, and Hakutsuru and Nipai.

We also teach Kobudo: Matayoshi, Ryukyu, Yamani, and Mura.

We have also incorporated some BJJ, MMA, Filipino and Indonesian combat systems into our curiculum.

We are a traditional, classical and modern ryuha

Seishinkan 聖心館 (House of Spiritual Development), NKS' classically-based, progressive budo methodology that blends traditional principles with modern, practical pedagogy.

Northern Karate continuously evolves as we share and teach the Seishinkan system in a manner that educates, engages and benefits participants at every stage of life.

THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE

  • If you want to raise confident, respectful, honest, hard working, disciplined and happy children, then this is the place to start. Both my son and daughter have been members of NKS Ajax for over 6 years and have loved it.

    Reena Arora Varjavandi

  • My 7 year old son (blue belt) has been a part of The Northern Karate family since the beginning of last year. We are extremely proud of how far he has come in such a short amount of time and all credit goes to the dedicated, encouraging, and knowledgeable staff at NKS who have instilled in him various qualities such as discipline, confidence, and independence.

    Roshni Stanley Mathews

  • What can I say! This has been the best most positive experience for both my son and myself. He’s so different from when he started and he’s had the best senseis that taught him how to be confident strong and most importantly, stick to something to achieve greatness in it.

    Latoya Elliott

  • Northern Karate School has been a fantastic experience for my child. The instructors are skilled, patient, and prioritize both discipline and fun. The supportive environment fosters confidence and promotes physical fitness. My child has gained valuable self-defense skills while enjoying a positive and inclusive community at the Northern Karate School.

    Amber K

  • I have been attending Northern Karate Ajax for just over a year now, and I am thrilled with my experience. The environment is incredibly welcoming, and the instructors are fantastic.

    Vanessa Worden

  • My son loves going to Karate class every day. He sees his Sensei as his role model. Karate has been teaching and shaping him into a compassionate, kind human being.

    Malini Sivanantham

  • The senseis are very kind and they really care about the students. It has been a pleasure practicing martial arts at this school and would recommend it to anyone interested in learning karate.

    Nyven G.

  • I've been training at Northern Karate Ajax for almost a year now, and I still love every class. Having trained in a few other places before, I can confidently say that this environment is exceptionally welcoming and supportive.

    Richie Clark