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Dejitaru Karate Dojo
4.9 ★★★★★ 49 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Bermuda Dunes, 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
- 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 (ages 4–13) — 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
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule dejidojo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 760-536-5222
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 3:30–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 4:30–9 pm |
| Thursday | 3:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“If you want to send your kid to a place where you know they will be cared for and taught martial arts this is the place to send your kids!”
“Sensei Alfonso is super talented and has taught our kids confidence, self defense, and discipline.”
Other martial arts here
“I drove by this dojo so many times on my way to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and was always curious about it.”
“Sensei Alfonso is super talented and has taught our kids confidence, self defense, and discipline.”
What students say
“Sensei Alfonso and Sarah are such amazing people and amazing owners, they both make this dojo so comfortable for you the second you step through their doors.”
“The classes are structured, the environment is safe, and the community feels welcoming.”
“This is a whole family affair and we have seen our son grow as a human being as a result of his time here.”
“My family and I have seen real improvement in confidence, technique, and overall mindset.”
“Sensei Alfonso is super talented and has taught our kids confidence, self defense, and discipline.”
“Sensei Alfonso is super talented and has taught our kids confidence, self defense, and discipline.”
From the reviews
You will not find a better Dojo with karate discipline and family values. We've been with Dejitaru Karate Dojo since 2019 and it's been one the greatest rewarding experiences seeing how far our son's have come. Sensei Alfonso and Senpai Sarah are the best! 🥋🙏
As a student at Dejitaru Karate this place is amazing! Sensei Alfonso and Sarah care about each and everyone of their students and treats them like family. If you want to send your kid to a place where you know they will be cared for and taught martial arts this is the place to send your kids!
We’ve been at Dejitaru Karate Dojo for around 3 years now. Great place to learn and grow for your kids as well as yourself!
I love this dojo!! Sensei Alfonso is super talented and has taught our kids confidence, self defense, and discipline. They offer classes from ages 4 to adult and every day of the week! This is the best dojo in the valley that is run by a sweet loving local family. They offer homeschool classes as well!
New to Karate? Start at Dejitaru Karate Dojo
Dejitaru Karate 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 Dejitaru Karate 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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