07/09/2026
Rick Hotton Sensei’s new Holy Molé book is now available! Many of you who’ve trained with him will have heard him mention how deeply connected his karate practice and philosophies are to the ideas represented in the comic strip he drew, which was syndicated and published in newspapers and magazines for 7 years. The very same approach to life and learning can be found in his teaching and in his artistic expression. This collection was compiled with care and intention to offer a respite from the chaos and stress of modern life, and remind us all how to reconnect with our authentic selves. The introduction tells some of the tale of how Molé came to be. If you would like to purchase a copy, it can be found at www.holymolecartoon.com.
07/09/2026
Wednesday Evening Keiko 7.8.26
07/05/2026
The pen and the sword - Miyamoto Musashi painted a shrike on a branch, Holy Mole found his way into newspapers..
"The Way" - Rick Hotton sensei's philosophy/thoughts via his syndicated comic strip.
Holy Mole was a daily syndicated comic strip that Rick Hotton Sense...
07/04/2026
Our dear friend Karen MacDonald Sensei at Petaluma Karate Club is celebrating the 10th year of her dojo at its current location in downtown Petaluma, California. Congratulations! Anyone looking for a dojo in that area should check it out, for fantastic instruction from a highly experienced teacher who is deeply invested in helping her students grow in technical proficiency as well as deepen understanding of the ways a traditional martial arts practice can enrich their life experience.
Visit her dojo page for information about special offerings for new students in July.
Welcome to Petaluma Karate Club
Whether you're stepping into the dojo for the first time or returni...
07/01/2026
Mark your calendars for some awesome training opportunities this Fall.
-Rick Hotton Sensei and Stuart Amos Sensei
Saturday, November 7th
https://facebook.com/events/s/rick-hotton-sensei-and-stuart-/1020295970357661/
-Rick Hotton Sensei and Aidan Trimble Sensei
Sunday, November 8th
https://facebook.com/events/s/rick-hotton-and-aidan-trimble-/1543895230862493/
06/20/2026
Now available on our Patreon page is a full class recording from Hotton Sensei’s West Wind Dojo online membership program. To join as a supporter and watch this sample class, visit Patreon.com/sundaymorningkeiko
06/14/2026
If you approach your training with the idea of "quality movement" then everything is training. Be deliberate, be mindful, be present.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J3lpS3Sfaf4