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Johnny Karate NYC
5 ★★★★★ 194 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Brooklyn, New York
Plan your first class
- Free trial / intro class most dojos welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- 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 — 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
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule johnnykaratenyc.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 718-490-2883
Hours
| Monday | 2–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 2–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 2–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 2–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 2–6:30 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–2:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The karate instruction itself is excellent, and the staff creates a warm, encouraging environment where kids feel supported and motivated.”
“I went here for the first time and absolutely flopped and fell and hurt my ankle BUT.”
“The kids classes and the adult classes are excellent for people who want to progress mentally and physically.”
Other martial arts here
“The BJJ, Muay Thai, and Karate programs are all well-structured and great for students of any skill level.”
“The BJJ, Muay Thai, and Karate programs are all well-structured and great for students of any skill level.”
What students say
“Excellent dojo with knowledgeable instructors and a welcoming atmosphere.”
“His very first class I felt at ease he was welcomed with Open Arms and his staff was incredibly nice.”
“It’s been an amazing experience for our family, and we highly recommend Johnny Karate to anyone looking for a fun, supportive, and structured environment for their child.”
“The instruction is based in fundamentals and expands to advanced levels for experienced students but still makes training fun.”
“The kids classes and the adult classes are excellent for people who want to progress mentally and physically.”
“He was able to come in first place at his very first tournament.”
From the reviews
Hands down the best!!! My 3 girls have been with Johnny and his team from day 1 of karate. Every instructor is amazing with kids. They instill the perfect balance of discipline, integrity and fun into the study of karate.
My son Elijah has been going to Johnny Karate for 5 1/2 years. His very first class I felt at ease he was welcomed with Open Arms and his staff was incredibly nice. One thing I can say this School doesn’t give up on the children they push you until you complete your task.
Fantastic Martial Arts School in Brooklyn. The instruction is based in fundamentals and expands to advanced levels for experienced students but still makes training fun. Has great class options for both experienced martial artists and beginners a like.
Our daughter, Ellianna, has been attending Johnny Karate, and she absolutely loves it! We’ve seen such a positive change in her discipline, confidence, and respect since she started. The instructors are patient, encouraging, and truly care about helping each child grow, both in karate and in life.
New to Karate? Start at Johnny Karate NYC
Johnny Karate NYC 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 Johnny Karate NYC
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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