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Hillsboro Shotokan Karate-Do Club

5 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Hillsboro, Oregon

Part of Shotokan Karate (JKA)

Karate dojo Affiliated Kids & teens

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Phone (971) 317-8625

Hours

Monday 6–8 PM
Tuesday 5:30–8 PM
Wednesday 5:30–7 PM
Thursday 5:30–8 PM
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 Hillsboro Shotokan Karate-Do Club, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 8 mentions

“He also expects a high level of discipline in the dojo which has translated to greater focus in my children.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 9 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 2 mentions

“Sensei Joseph is an amazing instructor who manages to inspire people to give their 100% every class, and is someone who helped me bring my Karate to the next level.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“Sensei Joseph is guiding us on how to refine our techniques and to never stop expecting the best of ourselves.”

active competition / tournament team 2 mentions

“If you want to learn traditional Shotokan Karate, develop character, become stronger and even discover the sport-competition Karate, I highly recommend you to join the HSK Club.”

traditional style & affiliation 4 mentions

“I’ve joined the Hillsboro Shotokan Karate Club in 2017 with the goal to develop into a stronger person who will not be helpless if someone around me was in danger.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 12 mentions

“Training at the HSK Dojo, I’ve gained a better focus of what’s going on around me in my everyday life, I have a faster reaction time and so much more I can’t put words on it.”

From the reviews

I’ve joined the Hillsboro Shotokan Karate Club in 2017 with the goal to develop into a stronger person who will not be helpless if someone around me was in danger.

★★★★★ — Stephanie, Apr 2018

I joined Hillsboro Shotokan Karate (HSK for short) in 2017, and have never regretted that decision. Sensei Joseph is an amazing instructor who manages to inspire people to give their 100% every class, and is someone who helped me bring my Karate to the next level.

★★★★★ — Arjun, Nov 2020

This is a great place! I have been doing various martial arts for most of my life. Sensei Joseph is the most knowledgeable and technical instructor that I have ever had. It is a friendly learning environment but serious at the same time. Shotokan is a great style. It is traditional and modern in same moment.

★★★★★ — Jonah, Jun 2021

My son started going to the Karate a year ago. He absolutely loves it. My son has learned a sense of self discipline and self confidence that he didn't have before.

★★★★★ — Ekaterina, Jun 2018

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Your first Karate class at Hillsboro Shotokan Karate-Do Club

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 Hillsboro Shotokan Karate-Do Club

2092 NE Aloclek Dr Ste 501, Hillsboro, OR97124

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