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Omine Karate Dojo
5 ★★★★★ 4 Google reviews · Karate dojo in South San Francisco, California
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
- Weapons / kobudo traditional weapons (kobudo) classes — kata with the bo, sai, and nunchaku, taught with control and discipline
- Website & schedule ominekarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (408) 910-3381
The classes they run
“The class sizes are perfect, and there is plenty of opportunity to receive guidance in learning the poses for all levels and abilities.”
“Awesome dojo for traditional karate and kobudo!”
What students say
“It's a really welcoming community, and a great place for students who are brand new, or coming with prior martial arts experiences.”
“Sensei Pat is a patient and detailed instructor, and I definitely feel challenged (in a good way) whenever I come to class.”
“Now in my early sixties, I truly appreciate Sensei Pat’s understanding and passion for Okinawan martial arts.”
From the reviews
After a 6-year hiatus, I have recently returned to Omine Karate Dojo. Now in my early sixties, I truly appreciate Sensei Pat’s understanding and passion for Okinawan martial arts. You can see his patience and compassion for all his students, young and old. A great place to learn and train if you have the interest!
Awesome dojo for traditional karate and kobudo! Sensei Pat is a patient and detailed instructor, and I definitely feel challenged (in a good way) whenever I come to class. It's a really welcoming community, and a great place for students who are brand new, or coming with prior martial arts experiences.
I am student of Iyengar Yoga at Omine and am very grateful that the teachers and studio are here in San Bruno. The environment is comfortable and welcoming, and I feel that the school is devoted to helping its students succeed and have the relaxing and renewing experience that the practice of yoga should be.
Ive trained here with sensei Pat for several years now. Over that time ive really benefitted from his detailed teachings and his wide breadth of martial arts experience. Even a few years in im still learning new things from him and class is still physically a great workout.
New to Karate? Start at Omine Karate Dojo
Omine Karate Dojo 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 Omine Karate Dojo
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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