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American Karate Escrima Association
4.9 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Auburn, Washington
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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 1) — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule akeadojo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 253-804-8424
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Thursday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Friday | 5–8 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We take both of our kids there and can't be happier with their programs and staff.”
“They give individual one on one lessons in addition to group lessons and this is where I noticed the most growth in myself.”
“There is an excellent balance of traditional styles and teaching with modern practices in applying techniques and principles for practical self defense.”
Other martial arts here
“There is an excellent balance of traditional styles and teaching with modern practices in applying techniques and principles for practical self defense.”
What students say
“A friendly rivalry maybe, but no one ever seeks to sabotage another so that they get ahead.”
“There is an excellent balance of traditional styles and teaching with modern practices in applying techniques and principles for practical self defense.”
“Its affordable and they even offer a family package.”
“Now my grandson attends and its been wonderful to watch his confidence grow.”
From the reviews
This school is the best out there. They give individual one on one lessons in addition to group lessons and this is where I noticed the most growth in myself. After getting some details and working with you closely for a couple appointments they match you up to an instructor based on your individual needs.
The basis of the material taught here is traditional martial arts, but the material itself is tweaked to make it more effective at modern self-defense. Which is, at its core, what they teach here: practical self-defense and physical conditioning for all ages and genders, along with de-escalation and fight avoidance.
I currently train here, and this is the best place I've trained at. The instructors are always willing to help, and fellow students are as well, because no one is in competition with each other. A friendly rivalry maybe, but no one ever seeks to sabotage another so that they get ahead.
Outstanding school! Quality instruction, quality material, and a quality interest in you as the student. There is an excellent balance of traditional styles and teaching with modern practices in applying techniques and principles for practical self defense. There is no better place to attend; only different.
Your first Karate class at American Karate Escrima Association
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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