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Traditional Okinawan Karate of East Fishkill

5 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Hopewell Junction, New York

Karate dojo Free trial Affiliated Kids & teens Competition team

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

  • Free trial / intro class most dojos welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 5–16) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • 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
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  • Website & schedule tokarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 845-797-2258

Hours

Monday 5–9 pm
Tuesday 5–9 pm
Wednesday 5–9 pm
Thursday 5–9 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 10:30 am–1:30 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, belt tests, and seminars — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Karate classes on the schedule at Traditional Okinawan Karate of East Fishkill, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 14 mentions

“My son just turned 5 and expressed interest in Karate and I didn't think he was ready, until we saw this school at a local festival and I saw how great Mr.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“It's great for focus, discipline, exercise, motor skills, and of course self defense.”

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Other martial arts here

Karate dojos are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at Traditional Okinawan Karate of East Fishkill — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“It's great for focus, discipline, exercise, motor skills, and of course self defense.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the dojo's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want taekwondo, jiu-jitsu, or kickboxing alongside your Karate, confirm the current schedule with the dojo.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 32 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 6 mentions

“Nuccio are excellent instructors, patient, caring and very knowledgeable not only in our style, but in martial arts in general.”

friendly, respectful dojo 8 mentions

“I have been a student at the East Fishkill Dojo since it has opened and love the friendly environment and the instructors who push every student to strive for excellence.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“My son loves it and I recommend it for boys and girls of all ages.”

traditional style & affiliation 4 mentions

“The Traditional Okinawan Karate of East Fishkill is a Great place to study Martial Arts!”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 7 mentions

“My son has been with them since November 2018 and it has given him confidence and got him interested in being more active and learning new things!”

From the reviews

A fantastic School for both children and adults to learn martial arts from skilled and passionate instructors! You will learn self-defense, confidence, respect, and will have fun doing it. I can whole heartily recommend coming into the dojo and experience it first hand.

★★★★★ — Madison, Jul 2019

This place is awesome!!!! We have been a part of this karate family since it opened it's doors. My daughter absolutely loves Ms. O'Neill and Mr. Nuccio, they are amazing instructors. Not only are they knowledgeable but they are kind and respectful of their students.

★★★★★ — Janiann, Jul 2019

My son just turned 5 and expressed interest in Karate and I didn't think he was ready, until we saw this school at a local festival and I saw how great Mr. Nuccio was with him. I did a trial and it really sealed the deal for us. Ms. O'Neill is fantastic as well as Mr.

★★★★★ — Amanda, Jul 2019

We LOVE Traditional Okinawan Karate of East Fishkill! My son has been with them since November 2018 and it has given him confidence and got him interested in being more active and learning new things! Mrs. O’Neill & Mr. Nuccio are an amazing team in instructing the kids & they’ve got the patience of saints! ‼️🥋

★★★★★ — Janira, Jul 2019

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Your first Karate class at Traditional Okinawan Karate of East Fishkill

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.

Karate is a contact sport. Ease in, train within your limits, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Traditional Okinawan Karate of East Fishkill

1119 NY-82, Hopewell Junction, NY12533

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