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Mighty Crane Kenpo

5 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Karate dojo in West Sacramento, California

Part of Kenpo / Kempo Karate

Karate dojo Affiliated Kids & teens

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 mightycranekenpo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 510-918-1000

Hours

Monday 4:45–8 pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 4:45–8 pm
Thursday Closed
Friday 4:45–8 pm
Saturday Closed
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 Mighty Crane Kenpo, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 12 mentions

“I brought my son (5) and daughter (7) and both loved the experience and want to attend regularly.”

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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 Mighty Crane Kenpo — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

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 16 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 3 mentions

“Tony is a great teacher very patient and does a great job motivating his students.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“I highly recommend the Mighty Crane Kenpo Karate school, after my 12 year old nephew attended his first class he immediately wanted to join.”

friendly, respectful dojo 9 mentions

“My full respect for this man who is a gem in the teaching of not only martial arts but a genuine human being🙏 When joining the Mighty Crane family Mr.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“Since joining the Mighty Crane family, my son's confidence has grown immensely and also his awareness.”

traditional style & affiliation 8 mentions

“I highly recommend the Mighty Crane Kenpo Karate school, after my 12 year old nephew attended his first class he immediately wanted to join.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 5 mentions

“My full respect for this man who is a gem in the teaching of not only martial arts but a genuine human being🙏 When joining the Mighty Crane family Mr.”

From the reviews

Hands down the BEST! My full respect for this man who is a gem in the teaching of not only martial arts but a genuine human being🙏 When joining the Mighty Crane family Mr. Haraguchi is just that... an extension of family❤️ Do yourself and family a favor and join ours❤️Once a Mighty Crane always a Mighty Crane🙏

★★★★★ — Anthony, Nov 2021

I highly recommend the Mighty Crane Kenpo Karate school, after my 12 year old nephew attended his first class he immediately wanted to join. Instructor Tony incorporates values and lessons while teaching The Mighty Crane Way.

★★★★★ — Jaleesa, Aug 2019

I am a student at the Mighty Crane, and I thought I'd leave my own review. While I'm writing this review, I have completed 10 days at the Mighty Crane, and I have been liking it so far. The teachers are nice, and they care about their students while keeping them disciplined at the same time.

★★★★★ — Samuel, Mar 2024

I went to the grand opening ceremony and took my kids to watch the demonstrations. It was great to learn the history and to see how many people showed up from the community to kick off Mighty Crane Kenpo. We saw performances from the owner Tony Haraguchi along with Great Grand Masters he's trained with.

★★★★★ — Eugene, Aug 2019

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 16 reviews →

Your first Karate class at Mighty Crane Kenpo

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 Mighty Crane Kenpo

1351 Merkley Ave, West Sacramento, CA95691

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