Karate Center is a family-friendly martial arts school in Walla Walla founded in 1992 by Shihan Dave Lybbert. The school teaches traditional Shotokan Karate-do to students of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. Instruction emphasizes fighting and self-defense alongside the spiritual and philosophical aspects of karate, with a positive, compassionate approach that helps young students build self-esteem, confidence, communication skills, and a strong work ethic.