Home › Michigan › New Baltimore › Traditional Karate Dojo
Traditional Karate Dojo
4.8 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · Karate dojo in New Baltimore, Michigan
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 4–13) — 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
- 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 traditionalkaratedojo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 586-648-6490
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 4–9 pm |
| Friday | 4–9 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–1:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has been attending karate here for the past four years and he absolutely loves it.”
“I attend the adult classes, it's a great way to stay fit, challenge yourself, and it's a nice break from the day to day routine.”
“It doesn’t matter if you’re a complete beginner or have years of experience—there’s a genuine sense of respect and encouragement that makes you feel like you belong.”
Other martial arts here
What students say
“Sensei Slicker is great with the kids and teaches them not only the skills they need to advance but also about respect, hard work and achieving their goals.”
“It also has a welcoming, family-like atmosphere that makes it a great place to learn and grow.”
“Since starting, my son has become more confident, respectful, and self-disciplined.”
“I attend the adult classes, it's a great way to stay fit, challenge yourself, and it's a nice break from the day to day routine.”
“Since starting, my son has become more confident, respectful, and self-disciplined.”
“We have thoroughly enjoyed our time at Traditional Karate Dojo, Sensei Slicker and the amazing group of black belt students that help with classes.”
From the reviews
My son has been with the Dojo for over a year and loves to go! Everyone is great with the kids and really take the time to make sure they know their material. Sensei Slicker is not just teaching karate, he gives the kids goals and many positive messages to focus on.
This is an amazing and affordable place. They have a great family deal going on right now. I paid for my two kids , after that all the kids in my family were free!!! amazing Way to have fun as a family
Joining traditional karate dojo has been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. From day one, everyone was incredibly welcoming, kind, and supportive. It doesn’t matter if you’re a complete beginner or have years of experience—there’s a genuine sense of respect and encouragement that makes you feel like you belong.
My son has been a student at Traditional Karate Dojo for about 3.5 years and we couldn't be happier. Sensei Slicker is a wonderful role model and teacher to all the kids (and adults) who attend.
New to Karate? Start at Traditional Karate Dojo
Traditional 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 Traditional 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.
More Karate dojos near New Baltimore
Green's Karate MI
New Way Training Center
4.8 ★★★★★ 113 reviews
Genbu-Kai Karate of Michigan
5 ★★★★★ 51 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site