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Texas Shotokan Karate Association
5 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Allen, Texas
Part of Shotokan Karate (JKA)
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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule texasshotokankarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (214) 218-9717
Hours
| Monday | 5–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I had been seeking a Shotokan dojo for my son for an extended period, and I am delighted to have discovered Ken Sensei and enrolled my son in training here.”
“Their instruction is remarkably detailed, delivered in a calm and respectful manner that allows students of all levels to learn effectively.”
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What students say
“My grandson goes here and we are so proud of his constant achievements thanks to his instructor. He has a great teaching style with his students and we couldn’t be happier.”
“Their instruction is remarkably detailed, delivered in a calm and respectful manner that allows students of all levels to learn effectively.”
“I had been seeking a Shotokan dojo for my son for an extended period, and I am delighted to have discovered Ken Sensei and enrolled my son in training here.”
From the reviews
This is a great martial arts school that teaches Shotokan Karate in a traditional way, like it is taught in Japan. I have two kids in their program, I can’t be happier. The owner and chief instructor Ken takes time, effort and care to ensure each student gets the posture right and learns each block/punch/kick etc.
I had been seeking a Shotokan dojo for my son for an extended period, and I am delighted to have discovered Ken Sensei and enrolled my son in training here. As a JKA-affiliated instructor, Ken Sensei upholds a highly traditional approach, placing a strong emphasis on all essential components of Shotokan practice,…
We recently transitioned to this dojo from the other dojo where my kids were for about 9 years after searching for a JKA-affiliated Shotokan school, and the experience has exceeded our expectations.
My grandson goes here and we are so proud of his constant achievements thanks to his instructor. He has a great teaching style with his students and we couldn’t be happier. Thank you!
New to Karate? Start at Texas Shotokan Karate Association
Texas Shotokan Karate Association comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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 Texas Shotokan Karate Association
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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