Eastcoast Karate

Kyoshi Steve LaVallee, our founder and Chief Master Instructor started his life long quest for excellence in the Martial Arts at 10 years old. By the time he was eighteen, his original Kenpo Karate instructor, Master Lee Thompson, moved to California and Kyoshi officially became the Sensei and owner/operator of his 1st dojo. In his early years, he dedicated nearly every waking moment to training, traveling, and competing on the Karate Tournament circuit. Winning over 300 awards and titles that eventually lead to him becoming a Top Ranked competitor in forms, weapons and fighting.