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Sprague Shotokan Karate System

5 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Newark, Ohio

Part of Shotokan Karate (JKA)

Karate dojo Affiliated Kids & teens

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.

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Phone (740) 404-7334

Hours

Monday 5–6:30 PM
Tuesday 5–5:30 PM, 6–7 PM
Wednesday 5:30–6:30 PM
Thursday 5–5:30 PM, 6–7 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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 Sprague Shotokan Karate System, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 2 mentions

“Training is in a safe atmosphere that is great for kids and adults alike.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 9 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 3 mentions

“Sprague Shotokan Karate System is really well ran and the atmosphere is great and friendly.”

great workout & fitness 2 mentions

“After a stressful week I look forward to classes that not only helps my mental focus, but helps me sweat with great workouts.”

traditional style & affiliation 4 mentions

“Best traditional karate school…Sensei Danny Sprague and Sensei Matt Sprague are awesome and doing great job.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 2 mentions

“After a stressful week I look forward to classes that not only helps my mental focus, but helps me sweat with great workouts.”

From the reviews

Great school for traditional Shotokan Karate! Instruction is top notch with decades of experience. Training is in a safe atmosphere that is great for kids and adults alike. After a stressful week I look forward to classes that not only helps my mental focus, but helps me sweat with great workouts.

★★★★★ — John, Mar 2020

Sprague Shotokan Karate System is really well ran and the atmosphere is great and friendly. Sensei Sprague is a real good teacher with many years of experience. You learn awesome self discipline and obtain the knowledge and skills to help keep yourself safe out in the streets.

★★★★★ — Shanna, May 2025

Best traditional karate school…Sensei Danny Sprague and Sensei Matt Sprague are awesome and doing great job.. looking forward to class each week to work with them…Highly recommended….

★★★★★ — Ozgur, Feb 2020

Great guy who runs a great program. We have been so blessed to have him help with our homeschool group. The kids love him and look forward to his class every week! Thank you so much!

★★★★★ — Gina, Feb 2020

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Your first Karate class at Sprague Shotokan Karate System

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 Sprague Shotokan Karate System

951 Buckeye Ave #2594, Newark, OH43055

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