Pathway Karate Academy is a family centered Karate school located in the Smith Hill section of Providence, RI. We are the Hombu Dojo of Nihon Koden Shindo Ryu the only US practicing location under So-Shihan Felton Messina. Pathway Karate is more than just a sport or a club, it is a way of life. It is the pathway to the classical values of Nihon Koden Shindo Ryu: discipline, strength, respect, unity, love, humility and trust. Whether you are in our after school program, summer camp, or our general instruction program we hope that you excel and enjoy a wonderful life. Join us for one of our many programs and classes at our Academy. Your membership allows you to come to any class any day. We offer Youth and Adult Instruction, competitive training for local, regional and national competitions, and starting in 2018 After School and Summer Camp programs and clinics. PKA is a proud member of the USA National Karate Federation (USANKF).