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Aikara Kyokushin Karate
5 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Oakland Park, Florida
Part of Kyokushin Karate
Affiliated dojo — reviews and the dojo's own info point to a recognized Karate style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Goju-Ryu, Isshinryu, Tiger Schulmann's or Villari's). If lineage matters to you, ask which style and organization the dojo belongs to, and under whom the head sensei earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Free trial / intro class most dojos welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Membership memberships around $30/mo — many dojos also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-student rates
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule aikara.club — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (786) 600-3963
Hours
| Monday | 6–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6–9 PM |
| Friday | 6–9 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My name is Michael Mitchell I enrolled here in February with my son Michael Jr who’s 13 but looks entirely the part physically of an 18 year old.”
“He incorporates plenty of sparring (Kumite) and also throws in lots of self-defense instruction, blending some krav maga techniques.”
“Excellent, semi-private instruction in Kyokushin Karate.”
“He incorporates plenty of sparring (Kumite) and also throws in lots of self-defense instruction, blending some krav maga techniques.”
“He takes the time to ensure every student understands the techniques, whether you are a complete beginner or a advanced belt.”
Other martial arts here
“He incorporates plenty of sparring (Kumite) and also throws in lots of self-defense instruction, blending some krav maga techniques.”
What students say
“Senpai David Duran is a great instructor who really loves Kyokushin and offers truly authentic training.”
“A free class is always welcome and the students are very friendly and receiving.”
“He incorporates plenty of sparring (Kumite) and also throws in lots of self-defense instruction, blending some krav maga techniques.”
“I have been training at AIKARA Kyokushin karate since it opened and I have to say it is one of the best martial arts school I have ever been in my life.”
“The drive is far for me, but every class has been worth the trip.”
“Sensei David is very patient and knowledgeable and focus on each student own progress and speed.”
From the reviews
Sensei David Duran is a phenomenal instructor. I attained my black belt from him in a intense but memorable black belt grading. Kyokushin karate is great no other art in my opinion. Sensei David is patient with his students and has a attention to detail in his instruction. Totally have my recommendation for sure.
Let me begin with a short introduction. My name is Michael Mitchell I enrolled here in February with my son Michael Jr who’s 13 but looks entirely the part physically of an 18 year old. I have multiple Dan rankings and was in the Military.
OSU! I cannot recommend this dojo enough. If you are looking for a place to learn real Kyokushin karate, this is it. Our Sensei is incredibly patient and genuinely loves to teach. He takes the time to ensure every student understands the techniques, whether you are a complete beginner or a advanced belt.
Excellent, semi-private instruction in Kyokushin Karate. Senpai David Duran is a great instructor who really loves Kyokushin and offers truly authentic training. He incorporates plenty of sparring (Kumite) and also throws in lots of self-defense instruction, blending some krav maga techniques.
New to Karate? Start at Aikara Kyokushin Karate
Aikara Kyokushin Karate comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a dojo, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and the sensei scales the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable dojos build fundamentals (stances, blocks, punches, and kicks) for weeks, and kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, with pads and control. Third, all levels and ages really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Karate class at Aikara Kyokushin Karate
Nervous about walking into a Karate dojo for the first time? Almost everyone is, and a good sensei expects beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic stances, blocks, punches, and kicks — not hard sparring. Step to the side whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot. What to bring: water, and a mouthguard if you have one — many dojos lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi and the belt your dojo awards you. Kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the sensei. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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