Moving Zen Karate

Moving Zen classes teach a traditional form of Japanese karate. Students learn skills and philosophy as a means of developing their bodies, minds and spirit. We offer classes for children, families and adults. Benefits are seen in school and work, and in relationships with family, peers and teachers.

Location for Classes

All classes are held at Sensei Ken Bernstein's home studio at 5 Hedgerow Lane exept as noted on the class schedule. Thursday afternoon classes are currently held at the Munson Library in South Amherst.

You can check the current class schedule here: class schedule.

Sensei Ken Bernstein

Ken Bernstein is a 4th degree black belt in karate. Sensei Ken began studying karate in 1972, and teaching in 1976. He trained for 23 years with Master T. Nakamura, preeminent karate instructor.

Sensei Ken is also a psychotherapist in private practice in Amherst, working with adults and children, couples and families.

Special Events:

You can see photos of our Holiday 2005 Party and our traditional New Year's rededication Kagami Baraki