Allegheny Shotokan Karate
| Also known as | Viola Karate |
|---|---|
| Date founded | 1969 |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Founder | Bill Viola Sr. |
| Current head | Bill Viola Jr. |
| Arts taught | Shotokan • Mixed martial arts • Kickboxing • Kobudo • Jujutsu |
| Official website | www.alleghenyshotokan.com |
Allegheny Shotokan Karate is a Western Pennsylvania-based martial arts school established in 1969 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The dojo was founded by Bill Viola Sr., who the Heinz History Center references as a co-creator of the modern sport of mixed martial arts. The school is currently located in Irwin, Pennsylvania, North Huntingdon Township and operates under the name "Viola Karate."