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Ueshiro Midtown Karate Dojo
5 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · Karate dojo in New York, 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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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- Website & schedule midtownkaratedojo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 646-761-0683
Hours
| Monday | 7–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 7:15–8:45 pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 6:30–7:45 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 10 am–12 pm |
The classes they run
“The exact same warmup sequence, identical basic exercises, the same kata and the same kumite.”
“The exact same warmup sequence, identical basic exercises, the same kata and the same kumite.”
“I highly recommend visiting this dojo if you are interested in strengthening your body/mind, or interested in learning to protect yourself.”
“I began training there over 15 years ago with no experience, but with a curiosity in the martial arts, an appetite to learn and interest in getting fit.”
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What students say
“I began training there over 15 years ago with no experience, but with a curiosity in the martial arts, an appetite to learn and interest in getting fit.”
“Everyone learns and gets better because of the warm, supportive, personal attention of the teachers and fellow students.”
“There's a genuine commitment to both perfecting physical techniques and developing confidence, poise, and inner calm in any kind of stressful situation.”
“Great workout including warm ups, basic techniques and kata.”
“This is a non-competition, wonderfully traditional style of karate that strives to stick to its roots.”
“Great group of students and teachers, excellent training in traditional Okinawan karate, convenient location with classes every day of the week, and very reasonably priced.”
From the reviews
I've been training here since 2012 because they offer traditional karate classes and an extremely supportive community. There's a genuine commitment to both perfecting physical techniques and developing confidence, poise, and inner calm in any kind of stressful situation.
As a young woman I was intrigued by the martial arts, but at age 27, it seemed like a far-fetched idea to start training. Once I visited Ueshiro Midtown Karate Dojo, it became almost a sanctuary, and through the years (which are many), I developed great dexterity both physically and mentally.
I attended this dojo for 3 years before taking a break last year due to personal reasons. The staff is truly amazing and they sustain a family atmosphere where you will feel welcome.
This is one of, if not the best Karate School in NYC. My kids grew up here. I have been training with them here for over 10 years under the watchful eyes of some of the most dedicated and high-spirited Black Belts anywhere.
New to Karate? Start at Ueshiro Midtown Karate Dojo
Ueshiro Midtown 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 Ueshiro Midtown 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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