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Great Lakes Kyokushin Karate

5 ★★★★★ 5 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Farmington Hills, Michigan

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Karate dojo Affiliated Kids & teens

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
  • Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
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  • Phone (313) 473-0885

Hours

Monday 6:30–7:30 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 6:30–7:30 PM
Thursday Closed
Friday 6:30–7:30 PM
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 Great Lakes Kyokushin Karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🥋 Adult Karate 2 mentions

“I usually attend the adult class, which usually consists of warning up, stretching, then combination drills or kata.”

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🌀 Kata (Forms) 2 mentions

“Sensei Wojtek is a talented martial artist that does a great job combining traditional form (kata) with practical techniques and dynamic sparring.”

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🥊 Kumite / Sparring

“Sensei Wojtek is a talented martial artist that does a great job combining traditional form (kata) with practical techniques and dynamic sparring.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 5 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 2 mentions

“Wojtek sensei is a great teacher, he is always motivated and happy to teach.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 4 mentions

“Sensei Wojtek is a talented martial artist that does a great job combining traditional form (kata) with practical techniques and dynamic sparring.”

traditional style & affiliation 2 mentions

“This is an excellent Kyokushin karate dojo with great facilities and equipment.”

From the reviews

This is an excellent Kyokushin karate dojo with great facilities and equipment. Sensei Wojtek is a talented martial artist that does a great job combining traditional form (kata) with practical techniques and dynamic sparring.

★★★★★ — Miguel, Jan 2019

Sensei Wojtek is definitely making good progres with my son. He is a good instructor with awesome knowledge.

★★★★★ — Miroslaw, Jan 2019

I’ve been going here for just about 2 years. Wojtek sensei is a great teacher, he is always motivated and happy to teach. I usually attend the adult class, which usually consists of warning up, stretching, then combination drills or kata.

★★★★★ — Emi, Feb 2023

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Your first Karate class at Great Lakes Kyokushin Karate

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 Great Lakes Kyokushin Karate

Salvation Army Gym, 27500 Shiawassee St, Farmington Hills, MI48336

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