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Suncoast Karate Dojo
4.9 ★★★★★ 11 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Sarasota, Florida
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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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- Website & schedule suncoastkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (941) 923-6013
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
From the reviews
A traditional dojo where you can learn true martial arts. You won’t find flashy techniques, uniforms covered in patches, or black belts in under 3 years. What you get here is one of the oldest schools in the area, instructors that have trained for decades, and direct instruction from one of the greatest martial…
Been training here for years and have loved every second of it. This is a real dojo so be warned that it will not be easy or quick to advance through the belts but the payoff of learning martial arts is always worth the effort.
Your first Karate class at Suncoast Karate 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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