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Phoenix Shotokan Karate

4.7 ★★★★★ 12 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Phoenix, Arizona

Part of Shotokan Karate (JKA)

Karate dojo Affiliated Kids & teens Competition team

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 phoenixshotokan.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (602) 980-3414

Hours

Monday 10:30 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 10:30 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 10:30 AM–8 PM
Thursday 10:30 AM–8 PM
Friday 10:30 AM–8 PM
Saturday 9:30 AM–5 PM
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 Phoenix Shotokan Karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 7 mentions

“Phoenix Shotokan Karate is an amazing Karate school and I would highly recommend it to adults and children alike.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“My kids loved it, it teaches self defense, stretching, bending, kicking, discipline and respect.”

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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 Phoenix Shotokan Karate — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“My kids loved it, it teaches self defense, stretching, bending, kicking, discipline and respect.”

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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 12 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 2 mentions

“My kids have been going to this place to learn and the Sensei is the best person for your kids.”

traditional style & affiliation 3 mentions

“So sad that we are moving out of AZ but we will truly miss you Phx Shotokan Karate for the life long lessons taught by Sensei and his team.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 2 mentions

“My kids loved it, it teaches self defense, stretching, bending, kicking, discipline and respect.”

From the reviews

Phoenix Shotokan Karate is an amazing Karate school and I would highly recommend it to adults and children alike. My daughter has been going here for the last 2 years and she has grown leaps and bounds from the last school she was at.

★★★★★ — Sean, Jul 2019

My kids have been going to this place to learn and the Sensei is the best person for your kids. They really put so much efforts into your child for learning the karate. My kids loved it, it teaches self defense, stretching, bending, kicking, discipline and respect. It is a great place for kids.

★★★★★ — Dhavalnil007, Nov 2023

Sensei Shawn Sample has been a great competitor, student and instructor. I have known him since 1980 and he has always been dedicated to the art of Shotokan karate.

★★★★★ — Art, Apr 2025

My boys just started and they LOVE it! They are so kind and patient at the Dojo.

★★★★★ — Lauren, Feb 2021

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Your first Karate class at Phoenix Shotokan Karate

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 Phoenix Shotokan Karate

505 W Dunlap Ave #1A, Phoenix, AZ85021

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