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The Dojo Stamfords Karate School
5 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Stamford, Connecticut
Plan your first class
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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- Website & schedule stamfordkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (203) 322-2433
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 1–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 1–7 PM |
| Thursday | 1–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 1–7 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Instructors are top drawer and a great influence on my son: lessons are great for not only martial arts skills but also great overall strength conditioning!”
“From self defense to discipline, strength and confidence, The Dojo has been one of the best investments we have made for our boys.”
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“From self defense to discipline, strength and confidence, The Dojo has been one of the best investments we have made for our boys.”
What students say
“Shihan Esmaraldo and his amazing staff provide safe, structured, and supportive training in their state-of-the-art facilities in Stamford and Westport.”
“Shihan Esmaraldo and his amazing staff provide safe, structured, and supportive training in their state-of-the-art facilities in Stamford and Westport.”
“My sons have learned so much here - their focus and concentration have improved greatly, their physical fitness and strength is wonderful, and they have made lasting friendships.”
From the reviews
My sons have been training at The Dojo Stamford since 2013 and are now black belts. The Dojo Stamford fosters a family and community atmosphere. Shihan Manny and the staff are highly professional and also truly care about their students.
If you are looking for a world class Martial Arts experience, you cannot go wrong at The Dojo. Shihan Esmaraldo and his amazing staff provide safe, structured, and supportive training in their state-of-the-art facilities in Stamford and Westport. I wholeheartedly recommend The Dojo.
My 3 sons and husband have been training with Shihan Manny and his exceptional staff from white belt to black belt and beyond. From self defense to discipline, strength and confidence, The Dojo has been one of the best investments we have made for our boys.
Instructors are top drawer and a great influence on my son: lessons are great for not only martial arts skills but also great overall strength conditioning! And the customer service (a must for parents - we are busy enough!) is attentive.
Your first Karate class at The Dojo Stamfords Karate School
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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