The primary style taught at Myers Family Karate Center is Isshin-ryu.  Isshin-ryu was invented by Tatsuo Shimabuku and is an Okinawan form of karate.  Isshin-ryu karate was formally introduced to the world in January of 1956.

• Isshin-ryu uses a vertical fist, which increases speed and focus.  The fist is formed with the thumb on top of a clenched fist, which prevents the thumb from being jammed, and also strengthens the wrist to keep it from buckling on impact.
• Stances are natural, toe to heel, without wasted motion or major body shifting. Movement forward or backward is achieved by semi-circular steps.
• Blocks are executed with the muscular portion of the forearm. This allows more padding and reduces the risk of broken bones.
• The kicks are kept low and below the waistline.  Low kicks ensure that balance and mobility are maintained.

Studying traditional Isshin-ryu can greatly enhance your street self-defense skills and is more easily adaptable to a  person's individual body structure.