About
Chuck's Gym Martial Arts (Isshinryu Karate) offers martial arts training that includes Isshinryu Karate and Okinawan Karate. The program takes place within a broader training facility that also provides baseball, fitness training, kickboxing, self-defense, and circuit training for youth and women.
• Ages: 5–17 years old
Coach and Sensei Chuck Schumacher is the head instructor for Chuck's Gym Martial Arts (Isshinryu Karate). His martial arts background began with Kung Fu training in 1973, and he earned a black belt in 1986. He holds multiple fitness credentials (NASM-CPT, CES, YES, GPT, WFS). His experience also includes coaching baseball starting in 1990, authoring the book “How to Play Baseball: A Parent's Role in Their Child's Journey” published in July 2014, and serving as a trainer with the Los Angeles Dodgers Training Academy since 2022.
The program follows a mission that states practicing Isshinryu Karate can affect personal life through a philosophy of strengthening the mind and body through self-discipline, fitness, and awareness. Chuck’s approach combines his martial arts training with baseball coaching to teach players the value of self control, and his philosophy emphasizes strengthening the mind through self-discipline, fitness, and awareness. Youth circuit training at Chuck’s Gym is described as focusing on learning to train correctly at a young age to support a lifetime of fitness and well-being, and kickboxing circuit training is presented as a way for anyone to get in shape with no experience required, learning at their own pace.
Parent and player testimonials describe Coach Chuck as combining decades of black belt level karate knowledge and baseball coaching experience, breaking down baseball swing mechanics into small, easy-to-understand elements, and focusing on movement. Testimonials also state that he has helped players with hitting, supported their love for the game of baseball, and made a strong connection with children in their sports journey. Families describe him as a mentor and encourager, note that his methods are demanding but low-pressure, and say that training with him has been an unforgettable experience.
Last updated July 11, 2026.
• Ages: 5–17 years old
Coach and Sensei Chuck Schumacher is the head instructor for Chuck's Gym Martial Arts (Isshinryu Karate). His martial arts background began with Kung Fu training in 1973, and he earned a black belt in 1986. He holds multiple fitness credentials (NASM-CPT, CES, YES, GPT, WFS). His experience also includes coaching baseball starting in 1990, authoring the book “How to Play Baseball: A Parent's Role in Their Child's Journey” published in July 2014, and serving as a trainer with the Los Angeles Dodgers Training Academy since 2022.
The program follows a mission that states practicing Isshinryu Karate can affect personal life through a philosophy of strengthening the mind and body through self-discipline, fitness, and awareness. Chuck’s approach combines his martial arts training with baseball coaching to teach players the value of self control, and his philosophy emphasizes strengthening the mind through self-discipline, fitness, and awareness. Youth circuit training at Chuck’s Gym is described as focusing on learning to train correctly at a young age to support a lifetime of fitness and well-being, and kickboxing circuit training is presented as a way for anyone to get in shape with no experience required, learning at their own pace.
Parent and player testimonials describe Coach Chuck as combining decades of black belt level karate knowledge and baseball coaching experience, breaking down baseball swing mechanics into small, easy-to-understand elements, and focusing on movement. Testimonials also state that he has helped players with hitting, supported their love for the game of baseball, and made a strong connection with children in their sports journey. Families describe him as a mentor and encourager, note that his methods are demanding but low-pressure, and say that training with him has been an unforgettable experience.
Last updated July 11, 2026.
Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.