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Eastside Shotokan Karate Academy
5 ★★★★★ 6 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Bremerton, Washington
Part of Shotokan Karate (JKA)
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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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- Website & schedule m.facebook.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (360) 479-8532
Hours
| Monday | 6–7 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 5–7 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
From the reviews
Respectful, kind and patient. This dojo is ran by the best group of people and makes every day fun and a great learning experience. Highly recommended. Great family bonding time as well.
Your first Karate class at Eastside Shotokan Karate Academy
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.