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USA Seireikai Karate (Padrón Dojo-Oyama Juku)
4.8 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Columbus, Ohio
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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule padrondojo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 614-655-6646
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–1 pm |
| Thursday | 5–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 12–1 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“teacher is very professional and the kids learns a lot from the class”
“Katas are emphasized as important primary structures to developing good fighting techniques.”
“I love kumite here because partner preservation is emphasized along with experimentation and tenacity.”
“When I showed up for my first kickboxing/self defense class, I was excited but also nervous.”
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“When I showed up for my first kickboxing/self defense class, I was excited but also nervous.”
“When I showed up for my first kickboxing/self defense class, I was excited but also nervous.”
What students say
“Shihan Padron has dedicated his life to Karate, and is an excellent mentor for someone from any walk of life.”
“Katas are emphasized as important primary structures to developing good fighting techniques.”
“I love kumite here because partner preservation is emphasized along with experimentation and tenacity.”
“Shihan Padron has more real life fighting experience than any other man I've ever met, and he also has an extensive amount of traditional dojo experience as well.”
“I've made great strides, and I'm looking forward continuing to grow in strength, confidence and skill.”
From the reviews
Shihan Padron has more real life fighting experience than any other man I've ever met, and he also has an extensive amount of traditional dojo experience as well. His passion for the art is something I've never seen anywhere else.
The instructors at Padron Dojo are absolutely wonderful. They make learning martial arts fun and engaging. When my son was frustrated and ready to give up on karate, Shihan Leo Padron exhibited exceptional patience and slowed everything down, ensuring we were all comfortable with each basic move before moving to the…
I studied Kenka under Shihan Benalio Padron several years ago. I did not even make it to the grappling portion due to back issues I was having at the time. Regardless I was able to use the techniques I learned to defend myself in altercations against people significantly larger than me on three different occasions,…
My experience at USA Seireikai Kyokushin Karate so far has been very positive and educational. Shihan brings his wealth of knowledge and experience at every session I have attended. I would recommend his Dojo to anyone who is interested in learning his system of Karate.
Your first Karate class at USA Seireikai Karate (Padrón Dojo-Oyama Juku)
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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