Sensei Says®
Award-winning Martial Arts
Curriculum for children

"My Sensei gave me the greatest gift anyone could give
someone, he believe in me.” –Sensei Bill Viola Jr.

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Sensei Says®
Award-winning Martial Arts
Curriculum for children

"My Sensei gave me the greatest gift anyone could give
someone, he believe in me.” –Sensei Bill Viola Jr.

Play Video

Sensei Says®
Award-winning Martial Arts
Curriculum for children

"My Sensei gave me the greatest gift anyone could give
someone, he believe in me.” –Sensei Bill Viola Jr.

Play Video

Sensei Says ® is an award-winning martial arts and education curriculum.

The Viola family has three generations of black belt teaching experience you can trust. Created by best selling author, self help samurai, and motivational mentor Bill Viola Jr. Sensei Bill Jr’s father, Bill Viola Sr., is not only a pioneer of Martial Arts instruction, but is also a retired public school teacher serving over 30 years. His wife Barb is also a lifelong educator. Viola Jr, has been involved in karate for 40 years and his wife Jennifer has a Master’s Degree in Elementary education. Bill’s sister Addie also has a Master’s Degree in Elementary education. Both Jennifer and Addie have served as an advisers to help create unique Sensei Says workbooks and curriculum.

Nursery Ninjas

Viola Karate Dojo / Sensei Bill Viola Jr.

Nursery Ninjas^TM is interactive pre-school age-specific curriculum designed for toddler’s ages 2-3 years old. Nursery Ninjas is a revolutionary new program developed from scratch to engage the youngest of ninjas.
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Norwin Ninjas

Viola Karate Dojo / Sensei Bill Viola Jr.

Norwin Ninjas is the most experienced children’s martial arts program in the Pittsburgh area. The kids karate course was developed by the Allegheny Shotokan Karate Club and Viola family.
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Ninja Parties

Viola Karate Dojo / Sensei Bill Viola Jr.

Ninja birthday parties are powered by “Sensei Says.” Kick, punch, karate chop… the fun and games never stop!
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Lifeskills

SENSEI SAYS ® is an award-winning life skills curriculum that EMPOWERS children to become a “Black Belt in Life.” The one-of-a-kind education platform, created by best-selling author Sensei Bill Viola Jr., infuses modern character education with traditional Japanese martial arts. The cornerstone of the course is personal growth and positive thinking. Sensei Says is structured by an innovative rotation of 12 monthly life skills: RESPECT, COURAGE, DISCIPLINE, FOCUS, TEAMWORK, DETERMINATION, PATIENCE, EFFORT, CONFIDENCE, FRIENDSHIP, GOOD MANNERS, and SPORTSMANSHIP. The high-energy interactive classes synergize physical fitness and mental focus through custom age-specific karate drills, games, and exercises. The course is as EXCITING as it is MOTIVATING! The core principals of discipline and work ethic are balanced with fun and positive reinforcement. The goal-oriented program encourages daily, weekly, and monthly challenges to spark continual personal growth, determination, and dedication. When children level up, so does their self-esteem! Our Life skills program has helped thousands of children find their purpose and passion! Join us and build a healthy body, sharp mind, and strong spirit! Your child could be our next Black Belt in Life.