Sensei Miguel Zamora

"El karate no es solo golpear, lanzar patadas o bloquear, es una búsqueda de la armonía entre el cuerpo y el espíritu"

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About Me

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Who I am

I am Sensei Miguel Zamora, 4th Dan black belt and founder of Kodokai USA. I began training in Shotokan Karate at age 7 in Caracas, Venezuela. Over the years, I’ve won numerous Kata and Kumite championships, taught Karate from age 16, and was a university champion from 1995 to 2000.

In 2002, I joined Kodokai to represent Venezuela internationally, achieving success in national and international tournaments.

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Pillars Of Karate

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Kihon

study and practice of the fundamental techniques of karate, such as punches, kicks, blocks and stances.

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Kata

Pre-established sequences of movements that simulate combat against imaginary opponents

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Kumite

Practical application of karate techniques in real or simulated combat, ranging from prearranged combat to free combat.

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Dojo Kun

A set of ethical and moral principles that guide the practice of karate. It includes values ​​such as respect, humility, perseverance, and self-discipline.

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Reigi

Refers to the set of rules of courtesy and respect observed in the dojo. It includes greetings, bows, and other forms of respectful behavior.

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Shin

It is the development of character, mental discipline, and self-control. Karate is not only a physical practice but also a mental and spiritual discipline.

My Skills

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Methodical teaching

 Teaching with structured and step-by-step guidance

Creativity in classes

 Developing new strategies to keep lessons fresh and engaging.

Physical development

 Designing exercises to improve students' physical abilities.

Winning mindset

 Teaching students to visualize victory and stay focused on success.

My Happy Students

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I had the honor of being his first karate student in 1996, and since then I have witnessed the admirable path that Sensei Miguel Ángel Zamora has taken. His professional growth has been as steady as it has been inspiring, but even more valuable has been his personal influence. Over the years, he not only passed on technical knowledge to me, but also profound values ​​that have guided my life: effort, commitment, dedication, and respect. He has instilled these same principles in every generation that has passed through his teaching. Today, in 2025, I can only thank him and wish him the greatest success in every goal he sets for himself. Because beyond karate, Sensei Miguel Ángel Zamora has been, and always will be, an example of integrity, passion, and kindness.

Jackson Barón

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Being my sensei's first black belt was an incredible honor. I began training in karate at the age of 4, and for over 20 years, he was like a second father to me, teaching me invaluable values. He's the most persistent person I've ever seen, and I witnessed how he shaped the characters of hundreds of children who passed through the dojo. Without hesitation, I would choose the same sensei if I had to repeat my story.

Walter Martínez

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The best time of my life was when I trained with Sensei Miguel Zamora. He taught me not only karate, but also the balance between body, mind, and spirit.

Rommel Montoya