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NOSA DOJO - New Orleans Shotokan Academy
5 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Karate dojo in New Orleans, Louisiana
Part of Shotokan Karate (JKA)
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
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule nosakarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (504) 432-8667
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“At school my kid was in a fight and he had won”
“There are usually more black belts in the beginner class than white belts.”
Other martial arts here
“My father has been a member for almost 10 years and has also begun taking part in the Judo and Aikido classes.”
What students say
“This is a great dojo with amazing instructors who are knowledgeable and helpful.”
“There are usually more black belts in the beginner class than white belts.”
“It feels incredibly amazing to be in a room full of supportive people who passionately root for you to be better.”
From the reviews
Hi! I am not just writing this review for this excellent dojo but maybe to encourage YOU to do something wonderful for yourself which could potentially change your life. I am 44 years old, and I started Karate just two months ago. I have been going to classes twice a week and practicing a little bit at home.
I have been a student of NOSA for 2 years now and have loved every moment of it! My husband and myself are participating in the karate classes offer. My father has been a member for almost 10 years and has also begun taking part in the Judo and Aikido classes.
Best Dojo ever! Great training and great people! Instructors are extremely knowledgabe, caring and encouraging. So glad I found this place. They do an amazing job with kids as well. Very supportive envirnment and top notch training. I dravel 5 days a week from the westbank to train here.
I love coming to train. Since the quality of the dojo and teaching is top notch, it makes for a fun yet intense experience and you learn some amazing things along the way. Come check it out already!
New to Karate? Start at NOSA DOJO - New Orleans Shotokan Academy
NOSA DOJO - New Orleans Shotokan Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo, going by their listing and students’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a dojo, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and the sensei scales the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable dojos build fundamentals (stances, blocks, punches, and kicks) for weeks, and kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, with pads and control. Third, all levels and ages really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Karate class at NOSA DOJO - New Orleans Shotokan 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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