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Okinawa Kenpo Karate Academy
5 ★★★★★ 11 Google reviews · Karate dojo in West Deptford, New Jersey
Part of Kenpo / Kempo Karate
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
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule okkawestdeptford.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (856) 464-3900
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 4–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5:15–7:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I can truly say this, as a student myself with my daughter this place is top notch Hanshi Ron Dargan really emphasize in discipline and focus and does an amazing job with the kids.”
“There are classes for all ages from very young(3-4 years Little Dragons), to adults.”
What students say
“It was a great visit with a great instructor.”
“The instructor and staff at the Okinawa Kenpo Karate Academy in WestDeptford is top notch.”
“I can truly say this, as a student myself with my daughter this place is top notch Hanshi Ron Dargan really emphasize in discipline and focus and does an amazing job with the kids.”
From the reviews
Great school. I have trained off and on under Hanshi Ronnie Dargan for almost 15 years. Life takes me away from time to time but I can't help but keep coming back. This school is a family-oriented karate dojo. It is the kind of school that builds its students up rather than break them down.
Hanshi Dargan is simply the best instructor. He teaches more than karate, which he is amazing at, but he also builds self-confidence and leadership qualities in his his students.
I can truly say this, as a student myself with my daughter this place is top notch Hanshi Ron Dargan really emphasize in discipline and focus and does an amazing job with the kids.
The instructor and staff at the Okinawa Kenpo Karate Academy in WestDeptford is top notch. They come highly recommend.
Your first Karate class at Okinawa Kenpo 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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