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S.M.A. Shotokan Karate
5 ★★★★★ 7 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Newark, New Jersey
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 smashotokan.square.site — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (862) 410-9607
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 1–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 1–9 PM |
| Thursday | 1–9 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 11 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Sensei Sha'Mark has a deep understanding of his craft in martial arts and even better, has a tremendous ability to connect with children.”
“He has a way of engaging with kids of all ages from toddler to teen which is truly a gift.”
“Sensei focuses on teaching core values while the children learn discipline, self defense, and challenge self limiting beliefs.”
Other martial arts here
“I’ve been taking his adult kickboxing class for 3 months and I feel and look amazing!”
“Sensei focuses on teaching core values while the children learn discipline, self defense, and challenge self limiting beliefs.”
What students say
“Sensei is very supportive and encourages the kids to be very well rounded & respectful of themselves and others in all aspects of their lives.”
“He does an excellent job of pushing them to tap into their potential to build their confidence with an amazing balance between toughness and love.”
From the reviews
Sensei Sha'Mark has a deep understanding of his craft in martial arts and even better, has a tremendous ability to connect with children. He does an excellent job of pushing them to tap into their potential to build their confidence with an amazing balance between toughness and love.
My son has been doing lessons with Sensi Shmark for about 4 years and loves it. Sensei is very supportive and encourages the kids to be very well rounded & respectful of themselves and others in all aspects of their lives. You will not regret picking Sensei to train with.
Our girls have been training with Sensei for about 4 years. He has a way of engaging with kids of all ages from toddler to teen which is truly a gift. The kids are learning valuable skills about confidence, leadership and perseverance.
Since day one Sensei Shamark has been kind, super patient, and incredibly skilled. What really stands out about him is how amazing he is with the little ones. He makes every class so fun and engaging.
Your first Karate class at S.M.A. 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.
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