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Karate Shorin
4.9 ★★★★★ 7 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Paso Robles, California
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
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- Website & schedule karateshorinkan.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 805-674-5726
Hours
| Monday | 4–6 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–6 pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 4–6 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We are really please with the program David and his wife are running for kids - It's called "Little Dragons".”
“We are really please with the program David and his wife are running for kids - It's called "Little Dragons".”
What students say
“This has been our family's dojo for over 15 years.”
“I can tell you if you are looking for high level martial arts instruction that teaches honor, respect, focus, discipline and excellence then this is the dojo for you.”
From the reviews
This has been our family's dojo for over 15 years. My whole family has earned black belts under Sensei David and Sensei Michelle Rogers' instruction. I can tell you if you are looking for high level martial arts instruction that teaches honor, respect, focus, discipline and excellence then this is the dojo for you.
We have had our 5-year-old son here for about a year now. We are really please with the program David and his wife are running for kids - It's called "Little Dragons". In addition to teaching the basic kicks and hits, they take time to teach about discipline, respect, manners, bullies and strangers.
My four year old has been going here since Feb. 2013 and he loves it! Not only has his coordination improved, but his confidence has as well. As soon as our daughter is old enough, we'll be putting her in the program as well.
Practicing traditional martial arts teaches students "life lessons" they are unlikely to forget. The people associated with this dojo and style are great. Get in shape by learning something useful...what could be better?
Your first Karate class at Karate Shorin
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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