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Capital Kyokushinkaikan DC Dojo
5 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Washington, District of Columbia
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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule capitalkyokushin.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (202) 306-0949
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 6:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 6:30–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Trained myself with Sensei Nick for the past 17 years with my 3 Children since they were 6 years old.”
“) from 6-8 and classes are typically comprised of all levels (beginners to 2nd degree black belts) and all age ranges (7 to almost 60 y.”
“You don't need any special equipment if you're just trying out the class but eventually you'll need a gi and maybe shin pads and gloves if you're interested in sparring.”
Other martial arts here
“Great cardio, stretching, self defense.”
What students say
“All this wouldn't be possible without Sensei Nick Toma, who is one of the best karate teachers I've encountered in my 16+ years of martial arts practice.”
“) from 6-8 and classes are typically comprised of all levels (beginners to 2nd degree black belts) and all age ranges (7 to almost 60 y.”
“Sensei has been training Kyokushin karate from an early age and throughout his life.”
From the reviews
I found Capital Kyokushin-kan about a year ago. I had just moved to DC and didn't know a lot of people in town. While I was simply looking for a dojo where I could get fit again, what I found here was much more than that - I found a warm, welcoming, tightknit community of Karatekas (karate practitioners) who are…
Wonderful karate dojo headed by Sensei Nick Toma, a veteran martial artist and karate teacher with over thirty years of experience. The training facility is top notch, housed within the newly renovated Palisades Recreation center. I have been training with Sensei Nick for over 10 years now.
I found Sensei Nick by chance after a 20 year break from training. Kyokushin is my life!! This dojo is my family. Sensei Nick is absolutely incredible. No one in the dojo would trade him for the world. He is amazing. He knows what he is doing and will show in the training.
Sensei Nick is one of the most talented karate fighters I have trained with in many years of my karate experience! And he is a great teacher with a lot of knowledge and experience!
New to Karate? Start at Capital Kyokushinkaikan DC Dojo
Capital Kyokushinkaikan DC Dojo comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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 Capital Kyokushinkaikan DC Dojo
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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