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Go No Sen Karate Yorktown Heights

5 ★★★★★ 120 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Yorktown Heights, New York

Karate dojo Kids & teens

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Website & schedule gonosen.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 914-737-5425

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, belt tests, and seminars — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Karate classes on the schedule at Go No Sen Karate Yorktown Heights, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 37 mentions

“My son has been training here for about 3 years, and we’ve seen such incredible growth in his confidence, focus, and discipline.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Wonderful self-defense workshop.”

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Other martial arts here

Karate dojos are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at Go No Sen Karate Yorktown Heights — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“Wonderful self-defense workshop.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the dojo's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want taekwondo, jiu-jitsu, or kickboxing alongside your Karate, confirm the current schedule with the dojo.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 120 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 5 mentions

“Sensei DJ is patient, motivating, and consistent, helping students learn discipline, respect, and focus while still enjoying every class.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“Brian is also amazing — always friendly, helpful, and welcoming with a smile that brightens your day.”

friendly, respectful dojo 14 mentions

“Go No Sen Karate is about more than just learning karate—it teaches important life skills like self-control, perseverance, and respect in a positive and supportive environment.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“He not only teaches excellent karate skills and technique but also instills important life lessons about respect, perseverance, and humility.”

🧒 strong kids program 11 mentions

“Since joining Go No Sen Karate, we’ve seen a big improvement in our child’s confidence, coordination, and listening skills.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 29 mentions

“Our missions are very aligned in that we both want to help women cultivate confidence and calm ~ from the outside in and from the inside out.”

From the reviews

Our experience with Go No Sen Karate has been absolutely outstanding! My son has been training here for about 3 years, and we’ve seen such incredible growth in his confidence, focus, and discipline. Sensei DJ is truly exceptional patient, motivating, and genuinely dedicated to every student’s success.

★★★★★ — Nick, Oct 2025

We love Go No Sen! Our daughter has been part of the Go No Sen family for 2 years now! I can't say enough good things about our experiences. ALL the staff and teachers are outstanding, especially Brian and Sensei DJ.

★★★★★ — Jessica, Nov 2025

We absolutely love the Go No Sen Karate school. Sensei DJ is the best. He truly cares and is amazing with the students. My kids love coming here.

★★★★★ — Julia, Feb 2025

We’ve had an amazing experience at Go No Sen Karate, and Sensei DJ is a fantastic instructor. He connects incredibly well with the kids, creating classes that are both fun and structured.

★★★★★ — Vladimir, Jan 2026

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Your first Karate class at Go No Sen Karate Yorktown Heights

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.

Karate is a contact sport. Ease in, train within your limits, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Go No Sen Karate Yorktown Heights

3333 Crompond Rd, Yorktown Heights, NY10598

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