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Pasadena Shotokan Karate Dojo
5 ★★★★★ 3 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Pasadena, California
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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule pasadena.ska.org — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 714-928-2705
Hours
| Monday | 7–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 7–8:30 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
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What students say
“Spiritual development and technical discipline is also paramount.”
From the reviews
After much research, my husband decided to enroll our son in SKA after having poor experiences at other dojos. Other dojos, in our experience, were simply after school daycare centers that didn’t quite do a good job of developing the technical and spiritual aspect of the martial art.
Great dojo, great community! Commitment is of great importance. Spiritual development and technical discipline is also paramount. If you enjoy philosophy, history, spiritual, and physical development, make sure to visit us. Leaders may ask you view one or two practices before joining to ensure this is right for you.
My son started practicing at the PJCI ten years ago. I was bringing him to practice twice a week when I decided to join myself. There is a wide range of age and ability to suit everyone’s needs. There are currently four parent/child groups at the dojo.
Your first Karate class at Pasadena Shotokan 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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