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Shito Ryu Karate Do Genbu Kai
4.9 ★★★★★ 29 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Santa Ana, California
Part of Shito-Ryu Karate
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
- 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
- Weapons / kobudo traditional weapons (kobudo) classes — kata with the bo, sai, and nunchaku, taught with control and discipline
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule genbukai.org — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 714-543-5550
Hours
| Monday | 12–2 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–2 pm, 5:30–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–2 pm, 5:30–10 pm |
| Thursday | 12–2 pm |
| Friday | 12–2 pm, 5:30–10 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–12 pm |
The classes they run
What students say
“Founding Sensei, Fumio Demura is a 9th Dan Karate Master.”
“Whether you are a new or experienced karateka, this is the place to come for a great workout and authentic traditional karate!”
“Hombu (headquarters) dojo of Demura Ha Shitoryu karate, the home of Shihan Fumio Demura's organization.”
“Traditional training that builds a lot of strength, discipline and mastery for students of any age.”
From the reviews
Traditional training that builds a lot of strength, discipline and mastery for students of any age. The quality of teaching is very high, and the cost is very reasonable.
Chillin' out with Sensei Demura at home Dojo. Best Sensei in the world. Over 4 decades.....
Hombu (headquarters) dojo of Demura Ha Shitoryu karate, the home of Shihan Fumio Demura's organization. The instructors all have decades of experience EACH! Whether you are a new or experienced karateka, this is the place to come for a great workout and authentic traditional karate!
I love this karate school ! To be corrected personally by the greatest Hollywood Japanese Karate Star, Sensei Fumio Demura in his Honbu Dojo 2022 was such a big honor for me ! Very friendly and supporting Trainers! We've stayed in contact !
Your first Karate class at Shito Ryu Karate Do Genbu Kai
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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