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Leith Karate Academy
5 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Dover, New Hampshire
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
- 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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule leithkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (603) 460-5300
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9–11 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Leith was my son's instructor when he was enrolled at Buzz Durkins Karate school in Atkinson, NH.”
“From his texts to remind me to practice to the detailed feedback on my katas, Bill demonstrated that he truly cares about the success of his students.”
“Sensei Leith has also welcomed me into the adult classes.”
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What students say
“Sensei Leith is caring, patient, kind and we have truly enjoyed our time at his dojo.”
“His kindness, discipline, presence and attention to detail are unmatched.”
“Dan , Headmaster of the Northborough Uechi Dojo”
“Bill Leith provides a positive environment to practice discipline and self-control.”
From the reviews
Leith Karate Academy combines tradition with modern training techniques. As a student, I felt supported and appropriately challenged. It was clear how much time Bill put in creating my personalized training plan and each week built upon the last.
Sensei Leith is outstanding. He balances discipline and tradition with a relaxed atmosphere. Everyone works hard but we also have a good time in the positive community he has built. He is amazing working with kids.
Leith Karate Academy combines tradition with modern training techniques. As a student, I felt supported and appropriately challenged. It was clear how much time Bill put in creating my personalized training plan and each week built upon the last.
Sensei Leith exemplifies what it takes to be a martial arts instructor. He is both teacher and student in all he does and possesses the ability to change a lesson on the fly to better meet the needs of his students.
Your first Karate class at Leith Karate Academy
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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