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Bay Area's Best Karate
5 ★★★★★ 29 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Pacifica, California
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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule facebook.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (415) 823-6687
Hours
| Monday | 6–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My kids have been with Bay Area’s Best since 2016 and we've not only found a skilled instructor but also someone passionate about imparting martial arts knowledge.”
“This community helps build self esteem, team work, self defense, self discipline and emphasizes that nothing is even given, it is earned.”
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“This community helps build self esteem, team work, self defense, self discipline and emphasizes that nothing is even given, it is earned.”
What students say
“The dojo is family run, with an incredible Sensei that instills confidence, a love for learning, and respect.”
“They’ve become our extended family, and I wholeheartedly recommend this dojo to anyone seeking a positive and enthusiastic environment.”
“Bay Area's Best offers it all - community, support, and inclusivity as one learns the art of this form of Karate.”
“Our daughter thrives in other areas of life after training in this discipline with Sensei.”
“They recently got to experience their first tournament and look forward to participating in future tournaments.”
“Years ago, I've heard many positive things about the Bay Area's Best Kosho Ryu Kenpo thru friends and family.”
From the reviews
Years ago, I've heard many positive things about the Bay Area's Best Kosho Ryu Kenpo thru friends and family. And I wanted to have my two young kids (11yr, 8yr) attend with the hope that they gain confidence and self defense.
Our 11 year old has spent the last 2.5 years with Sensei Darryl and his team of instructors. They are a great balance kind and funny but also hold the kids to a very high standard. He expects the kids to put in effort. He has been such a great positive male role model and the impact is profound.
Bay Area's Best Kosho Ryu Kenpo Karate is a great school. Our son has been learning from Sensei Darryl and Sensei Kyoko for 2 years. They have the perfect balance of fun, discipline, and "strictness" but appropriately tailored for the various age groups. The kids all love Darryl!
Amazing school teaching so much more than just traditional karate! Instruction is done thoughtfully and deliberately with patience and respect. It really does feel like a family at the dojo and you can't get a better teacher than Sensei Darryl.
Your first Karate class at Bay Area's Best 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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