T.K.R.I. is an institution dedicated to practicing, researching, and exploring traditional karate. Classes are offered twice a week on the WashU campus. Instruction is provided by the head instructor of T.K.R.I., Robert Miller, and Dr. Joe Kras, faculty at the medical school. Training sessions at both locations are free to members of the WashU community. During the summer, training is held at the home dojo in overland.
Beginners are always welcome.
Karate is practiced for many different reasons. Students may enter the training halls to improve their tempers, teach themselves discipline, strengthen their bodies, or strengthen their minds. T.K.R.I. and the WashU Shotokan Karate Club allow students to develop along the paths they choose. In general younger students are allowed to train only with the head instructors permission. However, in the summer of 2001, there will be a special class geared towards younger karate-ka.