The main training hall has beautiful pine-paneling on the walls and the floor is hard wood. A large tatami mat before the shomen is used for practicing a number of techniques - tumbling, sparring, grappling, and throwing. The school is well equipped with heavy bags, pads, staffs, taiko drums, makiwara boards and other traditional training equipment. In addition to the inside, there is plenty of room outside for students to train. The students do the upkeep around the dojo.
Work is done with traditional hand tools to teach discipline and manual dexterity.
Students use these tools for weapon training as did the ancient founders of karate-do. The Pinewood Honbu sponsors annual events including summer and winter camps and seminars to learn advanced skills. The main training hall at the Pinewood Honbu was personally designed by Dr. Andrews and is spacious as well as traditional. If you would like to schedule advanced training classes or if you would like more information, please contact the Pinewood Honbu.