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USA Seishin Association of Kyokushin Karate
5 ★★★★★ 6 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Stratford, Connecticut
Part of Kyokushin Karate
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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule sites.google.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 203-307-5424
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 7:15–8:45 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9–11:45 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My 6 year old boy started a few months ago Ninja Kids and he loves it.”
“All around excellent environment to learn in and ask questions but also paced well for people of all skill levels!”
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What students say
“If you're serious not only about studying karate, but a way of life in an enjoyable environment with friendly and caring students and teachers, then look no further.”
“They are learning patience, respect and discipline .”
From the reviews
My 6 year old boy started a few months ago Ninja Kids and he loves it. He even tries to teach me the karate moves at home. Besides learning karate he is also learning important life skills like having a strong and positive attitude when learning and facing obstacles.
My 2 sons who are 8 and 13 are both students. They are learning patience, respect and discipline . I have also become a student and train with my children. This has become a bonding experience for my family to grow together.
If you're serious not only about studying karate, but a way of life in an enjoyable environment with friendly and caring students and teachers, then look no further.
Very informative classes, I always learn a lot whenever I come in and not to mention sensei does a great job of not only explaining how to do the techniques you learn, but also why and how it’s effective. All around excellent environment to learn in and ask questions but also paced well for people of all skill levels!
New to Karate? Start at USA Seishin Association of Kyokushin Karate
USA Seishin Association of Kyokushin Karate 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 USA Seishin Association of Kyokushin Karate
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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