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Mas Oyama’s Muteki Kyokushin

5 ★★★★★ 203 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Rochester, New York

Part of Kyokushin Karate

Karate dojo Affiliated Kids & teens Competition team

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
  • 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 mutekikyokushin.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 585-305-6003

Hours

Monday 5:30–8:30 pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 5:30–8:30 pm
Thursday Closed
Friday 5:30–8:30 pm
Saturday 8:30–10:30 am
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, belt tests, and seminars — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Karate classes on the schedule at Mas Oyama’s Muteki Kyokushin, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 18 mentions

“What really stands out is the family-like environment—they truly care about the kids’ growth both inside and outside of martial arts.”

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🥋 Adult Karate 2 mentions

“Father and son able go train together, 2 classes kids class (starts at 530) and adult class(ends at 830)”

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🥊 Kumite / Sparring 4 mentions

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“The training itself is excellent, it’s amazing for wanting to learn a form of Karate and self defense and also for a intense or mellow work out.”

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Other martial arts here

Karate dojos are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at Mas Oyama’s Muteki Kyokushin — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“The training itself is excellent, it’s amazing for wanting to learn a form of Karate and self defense and also for a intense or mellow work out.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the dojo's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want taekwondo, jiu-jitsu, or kickboxing alongside your Karate, confirm the current schedule with the dojo.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 203 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 4 mentions

“Sensei Rene is a passionate and dedicated instructor who will do everything possible to help his students accomplish their goals in the martial arts.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“From the very first class, he felt welcomed and encouraged.”

friendly, respectful dojo 13 mentions

“What really stands out is the family-like environment—they truly care about the kids’ growth both inside and outside of martial arts.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 6 mentions

“The training itself is excellent, it’s amazing for wanting to learn a form of Karate and self defense and also for a intense or mellow work out.”

great workout & fitness 7 mentions

“It’s well-suited for practitioners who want real conditioning, solid technique, and a supportive but rigorous dojo culture.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“Father and son able go train together, 2 classes kids class (starts at 530) and adult class(ends at 830)”

From the reviews

Fantastic Dojo. René Cruz is a shihan with a lot of knowledge. An amazing place to train and the tournaments they organize are out of this world 💪🏼🔥

★★★★★ — Wesley, Mar 2025

It’s a pleasure to be an student here. It’s hard to find a good place that really can teach you how to defend yourself, discipline and remember you that the sky is the limit. This place teach you how to be physically and mentally strong. Is a honor to be part of them.

★★★★★ — Adaliz, Aug 2024

My years of experience at Mas Oyama's Muteki Kyokushinkai Inc have been nothing but a positive experience. Sensei Rene is a passionate and dedicated instructor who will do everything possible to help his students accomplish their goals in the martial arts.

★★★★★ — Kevin, Jun 2023

This is an amazing place to learn karate! My son and I attend and it has been an excellent and wonderful experience. We both love it! The sensei makes you feel welcomed, comfortable and motivates you each time.

★★★★★ — Noelia, Nov 2024

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Your first Karate class at Mas Oyama’s Muteki Kyokushin

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.

Karate is a contact sport. Ease in, train within your limits, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Mas Oyama’s Muteki Kyokushin

274 N Goodman St # D240, Rochester, NY14607

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