History
American Freestyle Karate was established in 1984 by Grand Master Eddie Thomas, making his studio one of the oldest full time professional schools on the East Coast. . From the beginning, Grand Master Eddie Thomas made a name for himself nationally as a dominant tournament sparring champion becoming nationally ranked for over a decade and finally as part of the prestigious D.K.T. Force One National Karate Team winning a world title in 1991. In addition Grand Master Thomas has been inducted into 14 Martial Arts Halls of Fame of which the most notable: the London International Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 2007 for Grand Master of the year. However, it is his teaching techniques as an instructor and the ability to help students improve their existing skills while increasing their confidence, discipline and respect that makes his stand alone. Ask the studio