Nobody sits on the bench!


Every student is encouraged to reach for their potential. Whether your goal is confidence, fitness, personal development, flexibility or a Black Belt, Aurora Martial Arts can help get you there!

Aurora Martial Arts is a "Black Belt" school. Our goal for every student is to help them earn their Black Belt; not only in the martial arts, but in life! By working toward this goal we create an environment in which the student develops confidence through accomplishing high, but realistic and attainable goals.

Now is the time to experience the power within

American Kenpo Karate System

The study of Martial Arts has fascinated people through the ages with movements that can be as graceful as ballet while integrating the power and effectiveness of striking and kicking techniques. Modern times call for a self-defense system that is not stuck in outdated tradition. At Aurora Martial Arts, we teach America's modern system of Karate. American Kenpo teaches practical self defense skills that make you more capable of protecting yourself and your family. Like many American innovations, Kenpo Karate was created to empower the individual. Our goal is to develop the students' personal style so they can reach their greatest potential. We offer well-balanced programs for adults, teens and children that emphasize the development of focus, concentration, respect, self-esteem, fitness and coordination in a safe, positive and fun environment.

American Kenpo Karate

(Kenpo - Law of the Fist, Karate - Empty Hand)

A martial art based on Logic and practicality, utilizing a rapid succession of strikes in a logical sequential order, gaining the maximum effect with minimum effort.

Kenpo Summer Camps

Posted by Lou Donadio on May 21st, 2009

This summer there are lots of camps and clinics!

  • June 19th & 20th: Kenpo Boot Camp
  • June 27th: Ultimate Frisbee
  • July 13th-17th: Karate Day Camp
  • July 27th-30th: Karate Day Camp
  • And Much More....

Martial Arts Extravaganza

Posted by Lou Donadio on May 1st, 2009

Please join us as the students of Aurora Martial Arts present a Martial Arts Extravaganza. We will have over 130 students of all ages and belt ranks demonstrating their knowledge and skill. This demonstration is sure to excite and amaze all who attend!

Black Belt Test

Posted by Lou Donadio on April 30, 2009

Congratulations! After a long and grueling test, a special mention goes out to our newest Junior Black Belts; evin Ross, Nickolas Ross, Jalen Rothermund and Christian Armatas. Amanda Kaltenberg and Joe Evans earned their 1st Degree Black Belt during the adult test! These new black belts set a great example during the test. They not only demonstrated a high degree of skill, they maintained their energy and intensity throughout a very challenging test.

Great Job and welcome to the black belt ranks!

Black Belt Test

Posted by Lou Donadio on November 2008

Congratulations! Wow, What a great night! A special mention goes out to our newest Junior Black Belts; Brian Blythe, Eric Clapp, Jordy Greenwood, Corey Namba, James Woods and Nick Zaback. Murray Lein and Lee Rockey earned their 1st Degree Black Belt at the grueling adult test! These new black belts set a great example during the test. They not only demonstrated a high degree of skill, they maintained their energy and intensity throughout a very challenging test.

Great Job and welcome to the black belt ranks!

Board Breaking Clinic

Updated by Lou Donadio on September 1, 2008

Aurora Martial Arts is hosting a Board Breaking Clinic, September 12th, 2008 at 5pm. This clinic is open to all students, Yellow Belt and above.  Sign up at the school .

In School Tournament

Updated by Lou Donadio on May 10, 2008

Aurora Martial Arts is hosting an in school tournament on May 17th, 2008 at 9am. Competition will include forms, self defense, and sparring. Doors open at 8:30am. Competitors meeting starts at 9:00am. Events start at 9:15am. Train hard, See you there!

Black Belt Test

Posted by Lou Donadio on April 25th, 2008

Congratulations! After a long and grueling test on April 18th, 2008, Louis S. Donadio earned his Second Degree Black Belt and Randy Kugler earned his First Degree Black Belt.  Great Job and welcome to the black belt ranks!

Seminars

Posted by Lou Donadio on March 26th, 2008

Mr. Beltramo Seminar: This event will happen during the weekend of April 18th and 19th. Specific times will follow; however mark your calendars for this fantastic opportunity. Mr. Larry Beltramo holds an 7th Degree Black Belt in American Kenpo. Mr. Beltramo is a student and friend of Mr. Sepulveda and has agreed to sit in for Mr. Sepulveda at this years test. He has competed in tournaments worldwide and is recognized for his skill and success in competition. Mr. Beltramo is committed to the AKTS and teaching American Kenpo and Kickboxing. His knowledge of Kenpo and Kickboxing is extensive. He is a great motivator and he has the ability to share that knowledge in a dynamic and understandable way. See You There!

Martial Arts Extravaganza

Posted by Lou Donadio on March 1st, 2008

Please join us as the students of Aurora Martial Arts present a Martial Arts Extravaganza. This demonstration is sure to excite and amaze all who attend! The proceeds from this event will be used to purchase a Blue Max Self Defense suit. The Blue Max suit will allow students to practice self defense more effectively. It willa lso be used throughout the community during self defense and safety clinics for women and children.


Summer Calendar

The class schedule stays the same through out the summer. Be sure to check the calendar for special classes, camps and clinics.

Online Special

Come visit us today - mention our website and get two weeks of instruction, a semi-private lesson, and $10 off a uniform!

Push-up Challenge

The students of Aurora Martial Arts have accepted a Push-up Challenge! Each student that is participating has set a push-up goal for 2008. Goals range from 10,000 to 100,000 push-ups during 2008. As of November 2008, the current school total is:

686,615

Aurora Martial Arts Aurora Martial Arts is located in Corvallis, Oregon. The style of Karate that is taught is American Kenpo Karate. We also blend in elements of Tae Kwon Do, Escrima (Arnis) and Jujitsu. American Kenpo Karate was sophisticated and developed by Ed Parker. Kenpo is designed to teach the student the basic theory of movement and self defense skills. Through diligent training students become effective at applying their skills in self defense. This develops confidence in the student that crosses over into many areas of daily life. Kenpo Karate blends many elements of movement from the hard linear lines of hard styles like Shotokan and Shito-ru to the circular and flowing lines of the soft styles like Kung-Fu. Tae Kwon Do is a Korean martial art that is known for its dynamic kicking style. Escrima is a Pilipino martial art that utilizes a short stick in the application of their fighting style. Other similar styles are Kali and Arnis. Jujitsu is a style of grappling or ground fighting. Although this style originated in Japan there is now a main stream style called Brazilian Jujitsu. This approach to training provides a broad foundation in many areas of the martial arts and develops a very well rounded and effective Martial Arts Practitioner. The school is run by a professional group of dedicated Martial Artists. Louis Donadio is the Head Instructor and Owner of Aurora Martial Arts. He has earned rank in: Kenpo Karate: Fifth Degree Black Belt Tae Kwon Do: First Degree Black Belt Escrima: Equivalent of First Degree Black Belt With more than 24 years of martial arts experience, Sensei Louis Donadio is the founder, owner and head instructor of Aurora Martial Arts, a successful and fast-growing school located in Corvallis, Oregon. With more than 150 active students, Aurora is housed in a 6,500-square-foot school with a professional martial arts training floor, a private practice room and an extensive adult and youth program. As a sergeant in the United States Air Force, Mr. Donadio was a Basic Training Honor Graduate and Distinguished Graduate Non-Commissioned Officers Preparatory Course, and received the Air Force Achievement Medal. In 1984, he continued his work in the service as a Survival Instructor in Spokane, Washington, and began his training in Kenpo Karate. While earning his degree in computer science and business management, he continued his study of Kenpo and under the guidance of Mr. Dave Kovar he further developed his skills as a martial artist and instructor. Mr. Donadio began teaching Karate professionally in 1993 at Kovar's Karate Center, one of the largest and most respected Karate schools in the country. Sensei Donadio and his wife of 14 years, Wendy, have two children; the whole family is involved in the martial arts. Wendy has a first brown belt and is the school administrator. Their son, Louis, has a second degree black belt, and their daughter, Jamie, has earned her black belt. Mr. Donadio strives to bring positive change to our community through fun and motivating martial arts classes designed to develop discipline, respect and self-defense skills, while improving strength, flexibility, coordination and self-confidence.