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International Karate Association

4.7 ★★★★★ 13 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Fairbanks, Alaska

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
  • Women's classes dedicated women's Karate classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
  • 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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  • Website & schedule ika-alaska.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 907-474-8080

Hours

Monday 5–9:30 pm
Tuesday 5–9:30 pm
Wednesday 5–9:30 pm
Thursday 5–9:30 pm
Friday 5–9:30 pm
Saturday 8:30 am–2 pm
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 International Karate Association, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 3 mentions

“I am pleased with how well they adapt to whatever the kids throw at them and meet each of them where they are at.”

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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 International Karate Association — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🥋 Jiu-Jitsu

“I have been taking Jiu Jitsu for a few months now and I love it.”

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🐉 Kung Fu 2 mentions

“He teaches not only Karate but Jujitsu, Kung Fu, Aikido and Iaido as well as having coached wrestling and football.”

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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 13 Google reviews — in their own words.

builds confidence, discipline & respect 3 mentions

“If your goal is to build confidence, learn how to defend yourself, or improve your physical abilities this dojo will provide that to you and more.”

From the reviews

I have been taking Jiu Jitsu for a few months now and I love it. My native language is Spanish and the instructors work well with me ensuring that I understand the drills. My flexibility has improved and I feel great after class.

★★★★★ — Mynor, Mar 2016

I have trained with Dr Scott since 2006. His incredibly diverse decades of training and experience provides the premier setting for martial arts. He is able to work with the youngest of participants, maintain a quality focused class, and provide skills far greater than kicks and punches.

★★★★★ — A, Aug 2019

Professional, consistent, and welcoming training environment. If your goal is to build confidence, learn how to defend yourself, or improve your physical abilities this dojo will provide that to you and more.

★★★★★ — Dujuan, Sep 2019

This is a great dojo for low pressure training that isn't focused on making the next belt. I am pleased with how well they adapt to whatever the kids throw at them and meet each of them where they are at.

★★★★★ — Elizabeth, Oct 2022

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Your first Karate class at International Karate Association

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 International Karate Association

1140 Downwind Dr, Fairbanks, AK99709

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