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Steve Curran Academy of Karate

4.6 ★★★★★ 10 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Tacoma, Washington

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  • Phone (253) 759-4262

Hours

Monday 3–7 PM
Tuesday 3–7 PM
Wednesday 3–7 PM
Thursday 3–7 PM
Friday 3–7 PM
Saturday 11 AM–1 PM
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 Steve Curran Academy of Karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 14 mentions

“Two of my kids are in this program, and since they've started, I've noticed a huge difference in self-confidence and self-respect.”

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Teens

“Everyone is encouraged to participate; boys and girls, teens and adults.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 10 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 5 mentions

“Highly skilled instructors and a family friendly ethos with a focus on respect, responsibilty and self-improvement.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“Students learn to focus, concentrate, follow directions, and develop confidence as they work to perfect techniques in a family friendly environment.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“* Structured strategic positive classes * Peer to peer support * Excellent instructors Maybe you don't think your child is 'athletic' or perhaps your child had 'focus issues' .”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 10 mentions

“Kaicho Steve Curran and Soke Suzanne Curran run a professional school where students are taught the art of karate and the discipline of life.”

From the reviews

What a great place to be! Everyone is encouraged to participate; boys and girls, teens and adults. I am a nanny and my 6 yr old has been there 1 year ... he's developing discipline, always encouraged and he has earned his jr purple belt.

★★★★★ — Carol, May 2017

One of the BEST decisions I ever made was to take my family to this dojo! Kaicho Steve Curran and Soke Suzanne Curran run a professional school where students are taught the art of karate and the discipline of life.

★★★★★ — Susan, May 2017

Highly skilled instructors and a family friendly ethos with a focus on respect, responsibilty and self-improvement.

★★★★★ — Bethany, Oct 2016

I've been a student here for almost 7 years. It's one of the best things I've done for myself and I recommend Martial Arts to anyone. That doesn't mean it's for everyone.

★★★★★ — Ian, Nov 2012

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Your first Karate class at Steve Curran Academy of 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.

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 Steve Curran Academy of Karate

3814 N 27th St, Tacoma, WA98407

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