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Louisiana Karate Association Inc
4.7 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Metairie, Louisiana
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 lkakarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (504) 835-6825
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–12:30 PM, 4:30–6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–12:30 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 5–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
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What students say
“Other han learning one of the best martial arts taught by the best teacher,it layed the foundation for dealung with the hardships of life and all that it presented.”
“I'm definitely not as fit or flexible now but the instructors and students have been welcoming, kind, patient, and positive.”
“I'm definitely not as fit or flexible now but the instructors and students have been welcoming, kind, patient, and positive.”
“I did Shotokan karate for several years in my early 20s and I'm back at it after more than 30 years have passed.”
“Great dojo and excellent instructors.”
“The moment I reached out to LKA, I was welcomed with enthusiasm and respect.”
From the reviews
The best shotokan karate instruction/classes you'll find, taught by master Mikami 9th dan all Japan champion. Great atmosphere, good people. OSS :)
I recently started my training at LKA: in under two months, I can say that it has greatly improved my mental and physical health. I have a background in dance, but no prior martial arts experience. The moment I reached out to LKA, I was welcomed with enthusiasm and respect.
I enrolled in my first class taught by Sensei Mikami on September 10, 1968. Other han learning one of the best martial arts taught by the best teacher,it layed the foundation for dealung with the hardships of life and all that it presented. This is what Sensei Mikami ingrained in me...
Great dojo and excellent instructors. I did Shotokan karate for several years in my early 20s and I'm back at it after more than 30 years have passed. I am starting over and really enjoy it. I'm definitely not as fit or flexible now but the instructors and students have been welcoming, kind, patient, and positive.
Your first Karate class at Louisiana Karate Association Inc
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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