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Southwest Academy of Kyokushinkai Karate
5 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Karate dojo in La Porte, Indiana
Part of Kyokushin 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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 6–18) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's Karate classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule southwestacademyofkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (219) 262-3656
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son is 8 and has recently earned his blue belt.”
“More modern styles of MMA and BJJ are touted as being more "realistic" for self defense.”
Other martial arts here
“More modern styles of MMA and BJJ are touted as being more "realistic" for self defense.”
“More modern styles of MMA and BJJ are touted as being more "realistic" for self defense.”
“More modern styles of MMA and BJJ are touted as being more "realistic" for self defense.”
What students say
“We have been part of the Dojo family for over a year.”
“Both Sensei are in training themselves in order to enhance their teaching technique but to earn their 3rd degree black belts.”
“You will definitely get a great workout!”
“My Autistic son has attended SW Academy of Kyokushinkai Karate for the past 6 years and has greatly benefited from Hanshi’s, Sensei’s Dennis and Sensei Keith’s instructing.”
“Traditional arts have a good reputation of instilling confidence and discipline as well as physical fitness.”
From the reviews
In response to the posted comments, i would have to ask, just when were you there? I am there at least 75,^ of the time to observe . I have not seen either Peter or Michal there. Both instructors had trained with the late Greg Johnson for many years. I do not believe either of the " couple" trained withGreg.
I'm sorry to hear of Gregory Johnson hanshi passing in 2020 I attained my black belt at his school on 95th and roberts road now its a state farm office his sons Eric and Patrick helped me get my rank if I had known I would have attended his wake I still got all my certificates I have a registration number bb185 I wish…
Went to visit a Kyokushin school in La Porte IN! Very clean and awesome place. You will work hard and get strong here Guaranteed!!!
My Autistic son has attended SW Academy of Kyokushinkai Karate for the past 6 years and has greatly benefited from Hanshi’s, Sensei’s Dennis and Sensei Keith’s instructing.
Your first Karate class at Southwest Academy of Kyokushinkai 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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