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Shinkai Dojo

5 ★★★★★ 10 Google reviews · Karate dojo in New York, New York

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Plan your first class

  • Free trial / intro class most dojos welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 3–6) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
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  • Website & schedule shinkaidojo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 347-975-2553

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 2–9 pm
Wednesday 2–9 pm
Thursday 2–9 pm
Friday 2–9 pm
Saturday 9:30 am–2:30 pm
Sunday 9:30 am–2:30 pm

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 Shinkai Dojo, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 21 mentions

“They’re not only teaching my son karate, they’re teaching him body awareness, discipline, and perseverance, all at just 5 years old.”

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🥊 Kumite / Sparring

“I love that the instructors encourage the students to try and give it their best when they are learning new techniques or sparring with one another.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“I had a one on one session with her and even though I had very little experience she explained things in a way that made it incredibly easy to understand and put into practice.”

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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 Shinkai Dojo — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

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 10 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 6 mentions

“Kristian and Katheryn are excellent Sensei instructors I would strongly recommend for kids in need of discipline and of training!”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 3 mentions

“As martial arts enthusiasts ourselves, we’re thrilled to see our son developing real skills and technique, and even more importantly, a love for the practice.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“I’ve seen tremendous improvement in my child's technique, confidence, and overall fitness since joining.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 7 mentions

“They’re not only teaching my son karate, they’re teaching him body awareness, discipline, and perseverance, all at just 5 years old.”

From the reviews

Sensei Kristian and his Dojo is a refreshing program , traditional karate and fun !! He and his team are always striving to be better !! So excited to experience there team and studio I highly recommend!! Ous

★★★★★ — John, Jul 2026

I absolutely love that my kids attend karate here. The instructors are amazing, their style of teaching is unique and they meet the children on their level. I love that the instructors encourage the students to try and give it their best when they are learning new techniques or sparring with one another.

★★★★★ — Krystal, Oct 2025

Kristian and Katheryn are excellent Martial Arts Sensei instructors for the kids. The kids also view them as another motherly or fatherly-figure for the more support they gave them.

★★★★★ — Paul, Oct 2025

Sensei Kristian and Sensei Katheryn are incredible teachers. They’re not only teaching my son karate, they’re teaching him body awareness, discipline, and perseverance, all at just 5 years old. The best part is that he’s having a blast while learning these important lessons.

★★★★★ — Alex, Oct 2025

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Your first Karate class at Shinkai 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.

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 Shinkai Dojo

111 John St Ste 545, New York, NY10038

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