Welcome to the United States Karate Organization

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Since 1972, the United States Karate Organization - Family Training Centers have been bringing the challenge and excitement of our Martial Arts Training Programs to men, women, and children of all ages. Whether your interest in Martial Arts is for self-defense, as a sport, or simply for the love of the art itself, you'll find the training programs offered here are tailored to meet your individual needs.

Riverside Calendar is now available online!

View our Riverside schedule online or download the PDF and print your own.

News and Events

January 12, 2010: USKO's Georgi Karakhanyan Featured in The Press Enterprise

Read the article on PE.com
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Geori Article

USKO Jiu-Jitsu Students Kaz and James Demonstrating the Scissor Sweep and Top Mount Escape

USKO Jiu-Jitsu Students Aidan and James Demonstrating Armbar and Kimura

Coach Georgi Karakhanyan at Called Out MMA on January 24, 2010

Come support our Ju-Jitsu Coach Georgi Karakhanyan as he battles Vince Ortiz at Called Out MMA.

Called Out MMA

New Friday Classes and Dojo Hours

Starting January 8, 2010, we will be adding new Fitness Kickboxing class on Fridays at 5:15 p.m. A new Muay Thai class will be added on Fridays at 6:00 p.m. The gym will now close at 7:00 p.m. on Fridays.

Support USKO at World Championship Muay Thai on December 5, 2009

Sensei Joey, Coach Sheila Telliard and Coach Michelle Percival will be fighting December 5, 2009 at Buffalo Bills at State Line. Tickets at the front desk are $25, $35 and $50. Hotel rooms are only $49 per night with our code TSTHAI.

World Championship Muay Thai

Georgi Karakhanyan vs. Vince Ortiz, November 14, 2009

Come support our submission grappling coach Georgi Karakhanyan at Call to Arms on November 14, 2009 at Citizens Business Bank Arena.

Called Out MMA

BBQUSKO Inter Dojo Tournament, Student Appreciation BBQ and Muay Thai sparring demonstrations November 14th.

Mark your calendars!

  • Tournament starts at 10 a.m.
  • BBQ starts at 11:30 a.m.
  • Muay Thai sparring at 1:00 p.m.

Photos of Sheila Telliard vs. Anna Danielyan

You can view them in our Photo Gallery or our Flickr page.

Sheila Telliard

Park Training on Saturday 20, 2009

Contact the Riverside Dojo for the time and location.

Video of Sheila Telliard vs. Anna Danielyan

Congratulations to our fitness kickboxing instructor, Sheila Telliard, on her first round KO over Anna Danielyan at WCK Muay Thai Hollywood Park June 13th. Thanks to fierynature.

Photos of Georgi Karakhanyan's victory over Albert Rios at Call to Arms

You can view them in our Photos section or our Flickr stream.

Call To Arms I

Long Road to MMA (via PE.com)

USKO's Georgi Karakhanyan was featured in an article by Breanna Armstrong over at PE.com. Read about Georgi's recent high profile successes and his training history.

Class time changes start May 27

Class times change begin on Wednesday, May 27th. Muay Thai classes change to Monday and Wednesday at 6:00 and 7:30. Fitness Kickboxing changes to 5:00 and 6:45.

Georgi wins at Call To Arms

Congratulations to USKO's Georgi Karakhanyan on his victory over Albert Rios at Call to Arms on May 6.

Refer a Friend, Get WCK Tickets

Refer a new member during the month of May and, if they sign up, you'll receive a $60 ticket to WCK Muay Thai on June 13 where USKO fighters Shelia Telliard and Michelle Percival will be fighting.

Sheila Telliard and Michelle Percival Featured at World Championship Muay Thai Bout

Watch USKO's Sheila and Michelle at the Hollywood Park Casino on Saturday, June 13th, 2009 at 8:00pm. Tickets are available at the Riverside Dojo front desk.

Call to Arms I

Our submission grappling coach Georgi Karakhanyan vs. Albert Rios on May 16, 2009 at Citizens Business Bank Arena, 4000 E. Ontario Center Parkway, Ontario, California 91764.

Call to Arms IGeorgi Karakhanyan - Call to Arms

Congratulations to Sheila Telliard!

Our Fitness and Muay Thai Kickboxing instructor won in a unanimous decision over Melissa Sheklow on February 28, 2009 at the Hollywood Park World Championship Muay Thai event. Check out the video:

Ricardo Quintardo fights at Hollywood Park Casino on Saturday, April 25th, 2009 at 8:00 p.m.
We want to wish good luck to Ricardo Quintardo against Steve Kuo. Tickets are available at our front desk.

Ricardo Quintardo at Muay Thai Championships

Photos of Sensei Joey's match against Jack Thames

Joey Pagliuso vs. Jack Thames in Las Vegas, July 26, 2008
These are from Joey's match against Jack Thames in Las Vegas on July 26, 2008. Check them out in our Photo Gallery or on Flickr.

USKO Women's Fitness Retreat February 20-22 in Big Bear

  • Healthy Cooking demonstrations
  • Low calorie cooking
  • Healthy recipes
  • Healthy eating seminar
  • Detox your body
  • Core exercises
  • Outdoor workouts
  • ...and more

Prices start at : $280.00

To register, contact Desiree or call 951-533-5661.

Sensei Joey fights at San Manuel on Thursday, January 29
We don't have tickets this time, so we recommend getting a Player's Club Card (for those of you 21 or older) and purchasing them from the casino. Hope to see you there!

USKO's Joey Pagliuso at Muay Thai Championships

Video of Riley Miller's First Muay Thai Fight

Interested in Muay Thai, Karate or Personal Training in Riverside, Corona, Chino or surrounding areas? Visit one of our USKO Karate dojos to learn more.

Video of Raymond Mendiaz's First Muay Thai Fight

Interested in Muay Thai, Karate or Personal Training in Riverside, Corona, Chino or surrounding areas? Visit one of our USKO Karate dojos to learn more.

Women's Fitness Retreat coming this February.
Jump start your metabolism in the Big Bear mountains. Learn health nutrition and fun workouts. For more information contact Desiree or call 951-686-1505.

We also offer Fitness Kickboxing and Personal Training in Riverside, Corona, Chino or surrounding areas? Visit one of our USKO Karate dojos to learn more.

USKO Winter Camp now forming!
Come enjoy fun activities, games, and field trips with Sensei Sensei Shawn-El Brandon, Erika Durazo, and Amanda Tune!

Come for one day or even up to two weeks!!

For more information please call 951-686-1505 or ask at the front desk. We are now accepting sign-ups!

December 11, 2008: Georgi Karakhanyan battles for "King of the Cage"
King of the Cage
Our submission grappling coach Georgi Karakhanyan looks to improve his 9-1 MMA record against the tough Martin Baltista at king of the cage on December 11 at the San Manuel Casino, 6:30pm.

November 1, 2008: Photos of Capoeira Class and Demonstration

Check out the photos of Capoeira we posted to our website, Flickr and MySpace.

October 26, 2008: Video of Georgi Karakhanyan's Cage Match Victory

October 21, 2008: Photos of USKO Muay Thai and Karate Testing, 2008

We've posted photos from USKO's 2008 Muay Thai and Karate Testing to our website, Flickr and MySpace.

New Capoeira classes!!!

Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:15. Come try a free week of classes.

Inter-Dojo Tournament and BBQ November 1, 2008

Come join the fun starting at 9am with Muay Thai sparring demonstrations, Capoeira demonstrations, Submission Grappling demonstrations, free Fitness Boot Camp workouts, food, jumpers and fun for all ages.

September 27, 2008: Pics from February 2007 USKO Muay Thai Tournament

We've posted photos from the February 2007 USKO Muay Thai Tournament to our website, Flickr and MySpace.

Georgi KarakhanyanSeptember 25, 2008: Congratulations to our Grappling Coach Georgi Karakhanyan!

Georgi Karakhanyan took a fight on one day notice to go fight in Missouri on September 5th. He went up a weight class to fight at 155 lbs. Georgi won via TKO in Round 2.

 

September 13, 2008: Video of USKO Karate Sensei Joey Pagliuso vs. Aaron Malaszewski (old footage)

This is from awhile ago. Joey wins by a knockout.

UKKA Middle Weight Muay Thai Title, July 30, 2005

September 4, 2008: Congratulations to our Grappling Coach Georgi Karakhanyan!
Coach Georgi qualified for the U.S. World Team trials to represent the U.S. Grappling Team. Riley Miller and Ivan Anguiano also placed first and third in their divisions.

Dont forget coach Georgi Karakhanyan is fighting in the Gladiator Challenge September 20. Tickets are still available at the gym.

Aggressive Behavior

July 22, 2008: Pics from February 2008 USKO Karate Tournament

Joey Pagliuso adds another belt to his collection

We've posted photos of the February 2008 USKO Karate Tournament. See them in our USKO Photo section or our USKO Karate Flickr page.

July 26, 2008: Muay Thai Championships

Muay Thai Championship tickets available at our Riverside USKO Karate dojo

See Sensei Joey battle Brian Shoppmann at the Las Vegas Hilton on July 26, 2008 starting at 7:30pm. We have group tickets available at our Riverside USKO Karate dojo.

June 7, 2008: Muay Thai Tournament at USKO
Muay Thai Tournament

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