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CNY Okinawan Karate & Kobudo Schools
5 ★★★★★ 22 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Syracuse, New York
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 4–14) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Weapons / kobudo traditional weapons (kobudo) classes — kata with the bo, sai, and nunchaku, taught with control and discipline
- 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 cnykarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 315-437-9417
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–8 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 8 am–1:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Well structured to keep children's interest and enthusiasm for martial arts!”
“Whether you’re looking for an excellent workout or self defense training, CNY Karate is the place to be.”
Other martial arts here
“Whether you’re looking for an excellent workout or self defense training, CNY Karate is the place to be.”
What students say
“They are very welcoming to new students and are supportive, regardless of the student's skill level.”
“Outstanding instruction in both traditional Okinawan karate and kobodo.”
From the reviews
CNY Karate is fabulous. I have been training at this dojo for over 15 years. The instructors are amazing and work with each student to guide him/her to be the best he/she can be. Whether you’re looking for an excellent workout or self defense training, CNY Karate is the place to be.
They are really good people. My son went there for 1.5 years. They did a really good care of him during class. I really appreciate their warming family environment. I hope them best in their new place as well. Thanks Sensei and Chris and Gim.
Our 4 year old has grown so much from working with Mr Labbate at CNY karate. We could not ask for a better instructor or experience! His skill along with his patience has been wonderful! We are so grateful to have found CNY karate!!
We have both our boys 5 and 10 years old enrolled with CNY Karate and they absolutely love it. It's such a great place that we came across from Parks and Rec. 100% recommend having your kids try it!!!
Your first Karate class at CNY Okinawan Karate & Kobudo Schools
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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