LAKE TAHOE KARATE
930 Tahoe Blvd, Suite 201, Incline Village, NV | 775.835.2154
“Karate is not an activity to be consumed; it is a craft to be studied and embodied. “
Pedagogical Depth
Training as formal education, moving from instruction to autonomy.
Human Scale
Intentional attention in a quiet, orderly dojo environment.
Traditional Roots
Ryu Kyu lineage practiced for the present, not for nostalgia- and evolved for modern self-defense.
The Core Premise
Our program treats martial arts training as a developmental discipline, not a recreational activity and not mere self-defense instruction.
The student is not trained for karate; karate is used to train the student.
Physical technique, psychological growth, ethical formation, and creative intelligence are developed together, through sustained engagement with resistance—physical, emotional, social, and internal.
For Thinking Parents
We understand that you are looking for more than a place to ‘burn energy.’ You are seeking a partnership in your child’s long-term development. Our classes for children (ages 4+) do not focus on compliance. Instead, we foster a culture of responsibility and genuine competence.
Peter Rulon-Miller
Founder & Head Instructor
As the son of two grade-school teachers, I began training at age nine and was teaching by thirteen. In those early years, the dojo became the first place where learning stopped being abstract and became personal. It was no longer about theory; it was about the immediate reality of posture, breath, and movement.
Over decades of practice, my study has expanded beyond the mat into education, psychology, and philosophy. Lake Tahoe Karate is the synthesis of that work. I have seen that martial arts is most powerful when it is taught as a serious discipline of embodied learning—one that respects the intelligence of the student.
This school exists because I believe young people, in particular, need environments that demand responsibility without crushing curiosity, and discipline without domination. Not everyone who walks through these doors will train forever, but it is my goal that everyone leaves stronger, clearer, and more grounded than when they arrived.
Reflections from Our Community
“I observed Peter leading a session with a group of young boys, and his ability to maintain their focus and respect was remarkable. The class was a perfect blend of foundational skills and engaging drills. My son, who is usually very energetic, described feeling ‘calm’ after the session.”
Valerie, Parent
“Peter’s dedication to his craft is evident in every lesson. His teaching is precise, engaging, and fosters a holistic development of body, mind, and spirit. He inspires a rigorous yet enjoyable learning environment.”
Hans Wikkeling, 5th Degree Black Belt
“The impact of the dojo extends beyond the mat. My children have learned to show respect and confidence in all areas of their lives. The lessons they learn here are invaluable and help them strive for excellence in everything they do.”
Rochelle, Parent
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