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Sumisu Dojo
5 ★★★★★ 12 Google reviews · Karate dojo in West Seneca, New York
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
- Membership memberships around $125/mo — many dojos also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-student rates
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 4–5) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Weapons / kobudo traditional weapons (kobudo) classes — kata with the bo, sai, and nunchaku, taught with control and discipline
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule sumisudojo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (716) 359-7480
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 6–7:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 11 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has been attending the Sumisu Dojo for several years now, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience.”
“I trained in Isshin Ryu Karate as a teen, and left a little before college.”
“Admittedly, the training is not for everyone, but those who truly want to learn self defense, Sumisu is for you.”
Other martial arts here
“In todays world martial arts has been overshadowed by MMA and combat sports.”
“Admittedly, the training is not for everyone, but those who truly want to learn self defense, Sumisu is for you.”
What students say
“His sensi is knowledgeable, respectful, and genuinely invested in every student’s growth – not just as martial artists but as individuals.”
“The Isshinryu style has taught my son not only discipline and focus, but also confidence and respect, both in and out of the dojo.”
“We not only teach the Isshin ryu Karate template, we love and enjoy training all aspects of the system as taught by our instructors.”
“I studied under Sensei Joe when I was younger, who is the head instructor, and Sensei Tom the owner, are both great teachers, and help keep me focused every class.”
From the reviews
I trained in Isshin Ryu Karate as a teen, and left a little before college. 20+ years later, I wish I never left. After having been back since January, I’m losing weight, gaining strength and many of my aches and pains from my desk job are going away. My mental state is also much better.
My son has been attending the Sumisu Dojo for several years now, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. His sensi is knowledgeable, respectful, and genuinely invested in every student’s growth – not just as martial artists but as individuals.
God Be Praised, I am very pleased with my dojo. I have come back to Karate after a while and all the great attention to details I get from my Senseis and my Senpei is absolutely very important in my Karate growth. My Teachers here are very very patient with me, and I'm ever so grateful to God for this.
I started bringing my two daughters to Sumisu Dojo a couple months ago. Sensei Smith has inspired them both to learn and grow physically, mentally, and spiritually. The respect, discipline, and confidence they have learned in a very short time will stick with them for a lifetime
Your first Karate class at Sumisu Dojo
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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