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Shotokan Karate of Spokane
5 ★★★★★ 2 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Spokane, Washington
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
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule shotokankarateofspokane.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 509-389-8108
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 6–7 pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 6–7 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The classes are well-structured, challenging, and cater to all skill levels.”
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From the reviews
I highly recommend this Karate Do to anyone looking to learn martial arts. The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about teaching. The classes are well-structured, challenging, and cater to all skill levels. The sense of community and camaraderie among students is truly inspiring.
Highly skilled and accomplished Sensei(s), and a wonderful atmosphere at this dojo. This is probably the most traditional karate dojo you will be able to find in Spokane.
New to Karate? Start at Shotokan Karate of Spokane
Shotokan Karate of Spokane comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo, going by their listing and students’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a dojo, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and the sensei scales the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable dojos build fundamentals (stances, blocks, punches, and kicks) for weeks, and kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, with pads and control. Third, all levels and ages really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Karate class at Shotokan Karate of Spokane
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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