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JKA WF Chicago Karate Institute Inc - Aurora Downtown, ILLINOIS.
4.9 ★★★★★ 29 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Aurora, Illinois
Part of Shotokan Karate (JKA)
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
- 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 16–18) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule chicagokarate.info — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (800) 413-3656
Hours
| Monday | 12–1:30 PM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–1:30 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–1:30 PM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 12–1:30 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Key Elements of a Patient, knowledgeable, and inspiring Sensei Dhawan leadership excels at teaching both children and adults.”
“There are lots of beginners, intermediate, and advanced classes available.”
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What students say
“Excellent traditional shotokan karate school - one of the best in the state of IL, a world class instructor and a great dojo for all ages!”
“The dojo has an excellent atmosphere, world-class instruction, and a welcoming environment for all ages and skill levels.”
“The dojo has an excellent atmosphere, world-class instruction, and a welcoming environment for all ages and skill levels.”
“Under Sensei Dhawan leadership & Team they take Character Development Emphasis on discipline, respect, and confidence, rather than just physical technique very consistently.”
“We met Sensei Dhawan several months ago at a competition while our daughters were training at another karate institute.”
“Excellent traditional shotokan karate school - one of the best in the state of IL, a world class instructor and a great dojo for all ages!”
From the reviews
We met Sensei Dhawan several months ago at a competition while our daughters were training at another karate institute. From the moment we watched his students compete, we could immediately see the difference — they were more confident, more disciplined, and performed at a much higher level.
Sensei Dhawan and Prena Dhawan are excellent teachers who show great discipline and patience. Thank you for guiding the students with such care and motivation—your training makes a big difference. We deeply appreciate your commitment to developing both the skills and character of our kids.
JKA WF Chicago Karate Institute Inc - Aurora Downtown, ILLINOIS is a Top-rated karate institute. We visited this institution on April 14th on Tuesday, I was personally impressed and blown away by contribution of Sensei Dhawan character of expertise, knowledge, along with offering of instruction that balances technical…
Sansei Dhawan an amazing person very soft spoken well disciplined person and very respectful to his students. I personally know Sansei Dhawan for last 25 years and have great experience of training with him, my grand kids and my friends they all go there, I highly recommend this dojo where children are trained to…
New to Karate? Start at JKA WF Chicago Karate Institute Inc - Aurora Downtown, ILLINOIS.
JKA WF Chicago Karate Institute Inc - Aurora Downtown, ILLINOIS. comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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 JKA WF Chicago Karate Institute Inc - Aurora Downtown, ILLINOIS.
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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