West Wind Karate is devoted to teaching
and maintaining a traditional approach to
the study of Karate-Do. Located at
Gold's Gym (3762 Bee Ridge Rd in
Sarasota Florida ), West Wind has been
training hall to over 5000 local, national
and international students.
For over 25 years West Wind Karate has been guided by Rick Hotton. Personally teaching all classed, Hotton sensei brings a high level of interest and motivation to each workout. With over 30 years of experience, Hotton sensei has developed many students to the advanced levels of Karate.
West Wind Karate-Do conducts introductory beginners classes each month. These semi-private lessons are designed not only teach, but to give an appreciation of this cultural art. This provides an opportunity for individuals to investigate Karate with minimal expense, and decide if they would like to continue with further training.
For over 25 years we have been dedicated to presenting the study of karate as a cultural art and a discipline. In this regard, lessons of etiquette and philosophy are included along with the technical training. This presents an experience that has a larger scope of application than simply a sport or fighting science. It is our belief that the values and lessons realized should be integrated into ones' lifestyle in order to be truly meaningful. In this way karate training can qualify as a true discipline.
Due to a non-combative atmosphere and an individualized approach, the students of West Wind comprise a cross-section of the community. From the professional to the student, the youth to the adult, all share in the experience. The objective is to create a positive environment for personal growth.
