Irondequoit Martial Arts

Irondequoit Martial Arts is a traditional dojo located at 1839 East Ridge Road in Rochester, New York. Founded by Master Mark Shavron in 2007, the academy teaches the classical Okinawan discipline of Isshin-Ryū Karate-Do to children, teens, and adult practitioners. Instructional programming includes the Lil' Dragons program for young students ages 3 to 8, along with dedicated training classes for older youth, teenagers, and adult practitioners. Training emphasizes traditional kata forms, basic strikes, defensive blocking, and controlled sparring drills that promote balance, listening skills, coordination, and practical personal protection. The dojo operates weekly classes from Monday through Thursday as well as on Saturday mornings. Additional community services include private lessons, family discount rates for multiple household members, birthday parties, and martial arts demonstrations. Prospective students can get in touch by phone or online form to schedule an introductory training session.