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Homann Karate DO Inc
4.6 ★★★★★ 49 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Crown Point, Indiana
Plan your first class
- 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 3–13) — 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
- Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule hkdchampions.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (219) 661-0085
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 3:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 3:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 3:30–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They have a thriving teen and adult program that is largely separate from the kids so you can train alongside people your size.”
“In the adult program they go the extra step of telling you how exactly you would use each skill in real life scenarios.”
“They have a thriving teen and adult program that is largely separate from the kids so you can train alongside people your size.”
“I am very happy with our choice of a Homann and I am grateful that we did a self-defense class through girl scouts, because that is where she fell in love with her new sport.”
“I love how they take the time to explain why you're doing something a particular way and that they don't expect perfection the first time.”
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“I am very happy with our choice of a Homann and I am grateful that we did a self-defense class through girl scouts, because that is where she fell in love with her new sport.”
What students say
“It’s more than just a karate school – it feels like family.”
“The Sensei are great with kids of all ages, they have several parties throughout the year for the students.”
“Their tournaments are so well-organized and exciting – full of spirit, encouragement, and sportsmanship.”
“We love the cleanliness of the facility, the staff is wonderful and truly enjoy what they do!”
“Very fair rates for the quality of karate you will receive and some of the most kind people you will ever meet.”
“You can tell that the staff truly care about every student – they don’t just teach karate, they help build confidence, discipline, and a strong sense of community.”
From the reviews
Great place to learn Karate. My son has gained confidence and discipline and has learned valuable leadership skills.
I have been going to Homann Karate Dō for about 6 years now and it's changed my life. I was about 6 years old when I started and I loved it! I new karate was my sport after the first year or two. Then I finally got involved in tournaments. That was the best decision I have ever made!
This is an excellent karate school. This school has elite instructors and competitors. They really step you up to make you the best. This school is huge! It offers lots of space for everyone. The instructors are really experienced. Speaking of that, the main instructor is an 8th degree black belt.
My daughter began classes at Homann, and within just a few weeks to months, I have already been able to see a change in the respect she shows towards myself and others and how much more confident she has gotten.
New to Karate? Start at Homann Karate DO Inc
Homann Karate DO Inc comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. 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 Homann Karate DO Inc
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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