Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Premier Uechi-Ryu Karate Academy in Southern NH
At Neil Stone's Karate Academy, our team of dedicated Uechi-Ryu practitioners brings decades of firsthand experience in martial arts to empower students of all ages. Since establishing our state-of-the-art 6,300-square-foot facility in Hollis in 2018, we have created a welcoming environment that combines traditional Okinawan techniques with modern teaching methodologies. Our mission extends beyond physical trainingwe focus on character development, community engagement, and fostering leadership qualities through the Eight Virtues of a Black Belt.With specialized programs for toddlers, teens, and adults, we emphasize personalized growth while maintaining rigorous standards of cleanliness, safety, and inclusivity. Our staff's commitment to individualized attention ensures that every student develops physical proficiency, mental discipline, and life skills that translate beyond the dojo.
Services
Little Ninjas Program
Little Tigers Program
Junior Martial Arts
Teen & Adult Karate
Homeschool Program
Community Outreach
Leadership Development
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 19+ years of community martial arts experience with Uechi-Ryu specialists
- Our 6,300 sq ft facility includes dedicated training zones and family amenities
- We integrate martial arts with character development through Eight Black Belt Virtues
- Our staff provides personalized attention to individual student growth needs
- We maintain rigorous cleanliness and safety standards across all training areas
What people say
Safe & loving environment
Improved self-confidence
Patient instructors
Focus on character development
Positive community atmosphere
Services
Little Ninjas Program
This toddler program develops motor skills and listening abilities through guided parent-child activities. Our curriculum builds coordination and balance while introducing martial arts basics in a fun environment for children aged 2+. The interactive format strengthens parent-child bonds while establishing early discipline foundations.
Junior Martial Arts
For ages 4-12, this program combines self-defense training with character development through PACE (Practice Actions that Create Excellence). Students build physical fitness while learning conflict resolution, confidence, and social responsibility. Individualized instruction ensures each child progresses at their optimal pace through structured belt-ranking milestones.
Teen & Adult Karate
Our three-part system develops physical fitness, mental discipline, and self-defense proficiency for ages 13+. Training integrates Uechi-Ryu techniques with modern fitness methods to improve strength, flexibility, and situational awareness. Adult students benefit from community-building classes that foster intergenerational learning and mutual support.
Homeschool Program
Designed for homeschool students, this program combines self-defense instruction with social development opportunities. Morning classes focus on physical fitness, character values, and cooperative learning while providing structured social interaction with peers. The curriculum emphasizes practical applications of martial arts principles in daily life.
Community Outreach
We offer free community programs covering bully prevention, women's self-defense, and corporate mindset training. These workshops extend martial arts principles to real-world challenges while maintaining our commitment to public service. Sessions emphasize practical safety techniques and character-building applications for diverse audiences.
People
Neil Stone
Owner and Sensei
Decades-long Uechi-Ryu practitioner with 19+ years of community martial arts instruction experience. Specializes in youth development and character education through martial arts principles. Established Hollis' only private martial arts academy in 2000.
Taylor Cushion
Program Director
Manages curriculum development and instructional staff. Implements innovative teaching methods that combine traditional martial arts with modern educational approaches. Focuses on creating engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences for all students.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We specialize in traditional Okinawan Uechi-Ryu karate, combining its core principles with modern teaching methods for effective learning across all age groups.
Do you offer family training programs?
Yes, our Little Ninjas program includes parent-child participation, and we encourage family members to train together in appropriate classes to strengthen bonds.
What character development elements are included?
Our PACE program and Eight Virtues of a Black Belt (modesty, courtesy, integrity, compassion, gratitude, self-control, perseverance, indomitable spirit) guide character development throughout all training levels.
Are there community engagement opportunities?
We provide free outreach programs on bully prevention, women's self-defense, and corporate mindset training, extending martial arts principles to broader community needs.
What facilities do you offer?
Our 6,300 sq ft facility includes a main training floor, viewing area, homework zone, parent lounge, changing rooms, and staff offices—all maintained to the highest cleanliness standards.
How do you accommodate different age groups?
We offer specialized programs for toddlers (2+), preschoolers (3+), children (4-12), teens (13+), and adults, each tailored to developmental needs while maintaining core martial arts principles.
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