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Takamine Karate Dojo
5 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Miller Place, 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
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 6) — 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
- Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule takaminekaratedojo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (631) 514-4099
Hours
| Monday | 6–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–8 PM |
| Thursday | 7–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9–10 AM |
| Sunday | 8–10 AM |
The classes they run
“One on one training focused on self defense.”
“This is traditional Okinawan martial arts and self defense at it's finest.”
“Teachers are really good with the kids as well, would definitely recommend you trying them out.”
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“This is traditional Okinawan martial arts and self defense at it's finest.”
What students say
““A way of life” The sensei’s are extremely knowledgeable of hanshi’s teachings and work with me and other students to provide the best experience in learning this special art.”
“I have tried other styles in the past and found at Takamine karate dojo to be the most authentic.”
From the reviews
I have trained at the Takamine Karate Dojo for many years. The more I train the more fascinated I am by this art and the more I am impressed by the level of skill and knowledge of Hanshi Takamine. Great school and great people. This is traditional Okinawan martial arts and self defense at it's finest.
I’ve been training with Hanshi Seiken Takamine for almost 15 years now. As a martial artist with over 45 years of experience I very quickly realized that Takamine Sensei was a very talented martial artist. I continue to train under his guidance at what I call a PhD level of education.
One on one training focused on self defense. Okinawan martial arts, main instructor is from Okinawa which shows in his training. You leave class feeling good and that you learned something special. Teachers are really good with the kids as well, would definitely recommend you trying them out.
Hanshi Takamine is the real deal. An instructor with Okinawan roots with over 50 years experience in the martial arts who studied directly under Taika Seiyu Oyata Fortunate to have him teaching right here in Miller Place. Stop in to see why this is not your typical karate school
New to Karate? Start at Takamine Karate Dojo
Takamine Karate Dojo comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a dojo, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and the sensei scales the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable dojos build fundamentals (stances, blocks, punches, and kicks) for weeks, and kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, with pads and control. Third, all levels and ages really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Karate class at Takamine 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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