Karate dojo with exceptional instruction. My entire family attends and it's a special place.read more

From the owner: Our business teaches tradition Japanese Karate and has been since 1968. Also, all of our teachers…read moreare certified by the Canadian Government. Our Kyoshi - Instructor of Instructors (7th degree black belt) has over 40 years instructing experience and the two Shihans - Master Instructor (4th degree black belt) have 20 years instructing experience.

Our son started when he was six or so, and he is still going now at age 17 (and a junior black…read morebelt). Shudokan is a great place to train your mind, spirit, and body and they make each newcomer feel welcome and appreciated.

We first found the dojo when my oldest child turned 5, and we decided that some karate classes were…read morein order to help him burn off all the extra energy. As a parent I sat and watched the class in the nice open dojo (not like some of the other dojos we visited where parents are kept behind glass, or worse - not allowed to watch at all!) and was really impressed with the varied, challenging, and fun exercises he was doing. The children's instructors at this dojo are really quite genius at getting the kids involved, keeping them engaged, and teaching respect and discipline. After a year we noticed a big difference in my son - he was more focused at home and at school (yes, even at only six years of age!) and he was always ready to go to karate. After watching on the sidelines for a couple years I finally decided it was time to join the dojo myself. I can tell you that this is not a McDojo. The head instructor, Sensei Tetsuji Nakamura, is the chief instructor of the International Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karatedo Federation (I.O.G.K.F.) and holds a seventh degree black belt. Other instructors are similarly highly ranked and they have truly earned their positions. This is a place where you work hard to move up the ranks... don't expect a black belt in one year! However, it is also a friendly and welcoming place where there is a real sense of community. I have been a student at Shudokan for six years now and have loved every minute of it!

The place is kept clean the people are nice they pick up the children from school; you see all the…read more sensei and teachers every day, they greet you at the door. Every parent knows each other so we know each other and are friendly to each other and no matter how late we are to pick up our kids they have someone watching them and they wait until we get there without complaint and no extra charges. Real godly place. What I seen so far.

Lewis Karate School Feels Like Home! Recently my family…read morerelocated to the City of Barrie. My 7 year old son had a hard time moving in the middle of the school year and was struggling with his self- confidence and as a mother my heart was breaking. Until I found a local treasure Lewis Karate School. From the moment I was first greeted on the phone it was clear that this was more than a Karate School, this was something special! Fida was so kind and so helpful over the phone that it made me want to reach through the phone and hug her. When I finally got the chance to meet her in person, she was even more delightful and if I owned my own business I joke with her I would try to steal her away, she makes you feel so welcome and her smile is so genuine you can't help but love her spirit. Meeting Mr. Lewis was a true honour and the moment he introduced himself to my son and corrected my son's use of "Yup" to "Yes Sir", I was hooked. His way of making your child listen and his passion in instilling respect not only towards instructors, but to MOMMY and DADDY, well I just can't thank him enough After, one encounter my son was sold on being polite and remembering to thank me for everything, he wanted Karate school and he learned respect will afford you many things. I noticed my son change in a matter of one week, his passion has become this school, he attends 6 days a week, without having to be asked, he is begging to go. He no longer worries about whether he is the best at something, fearing if he isn't the cool kid, he now appreciates that everyone is different and Karate has given him something to call his own and be proud of. I beam when I see him bow to go onto the floor, and marvel as he immediately starts doing sit ups and push ups before class has even started. Once on the floor the positivity and genuine care that the Instructors give to all the children is beyond words. I would go just for positive reinforcement after a rough day to hear Mr. Devon and his shouting "Indominable Spirit". This is not just a Karate school, yes they train the beauty and determination of Martial Arts, but it is so, so much more. The Instructors take the time to know each child, offering encouragement and teaching them that it isn't about who is better, it is about each individual being the best that they can be. If these words do not peek your curiosity, I will leave you with one last touching story. I noted that without fail every night when class was over my son would wait to be the last one to "high five" his instructors after class and then watched as he pounced on them with gigantic hugs. I asked him after class one night, Noah , why do you hug everyone after class, and these were his words "because mom, they are awesome teachers and I just love them for making me happy". I could go on forever as to why I love this school and everything about it, I would recommend everyone to try it once and could easily guarantee you would never want to leave. I wish I could give these wonderful people the world for what they have brought into my son's life, and into my own, they are like an extended family that we have been blessed to find.

Super welcoming, and hard working atmosphere. This dojo is great because all belt levels train…read moretogether, the focus is always on each person improving (no matter their belt level or experience) It is an excellent way to improve focus!

From the owner: Ronin Kai Karate is a Karate style based on Kyokushin Karate and incorporates specialized take-down…read moreand throwing techniques.

Small Traditional Martial Arts Dojo. Located adjacent to Sweet Jenny's and a quick jog to Glen…read moreFalls park. The classes are small so you don't feel like a random number in a sea of white Gi's. Instruction is in the style of Isshin-Ryu Karate as taught in the Dojo. Mizuchi Dojo offers both Adult and children classes and is a very supportive and nurturing environment for the seasoned or budding Martial Artist. The Owner Shihan William Reynolds is well versed in the martial arts.holding belts in multiple disciplines including Kenpo and Shotokan as well as being welcome addition to the great linage of Martial Instructors in the Western NY Area. Highly Recommended stopping by and checking the school out.

I trained previously younger in life, and decided to get back into martial arts for my mental and…read morephysical being. I was referred to check out Mizuchi by a dear friend of mine, who is also a student of the dojo. I can tell you whole-heartedly, that Bill and his dojo are top-notch. His teachings are in a small group setting, so you don't get lost in numbers. That setting also allows for a more personal focus on your strengths and weaknesses. Spotless and quiant setting, where he is always looking to improve and upgrade, to assure that Mizuchi is the premier dojo in WNY.

My son was a student at canadianfreestylekarate.com for years when he was young. The lessons he…read morelearned in self confidence, discipline, and athletics that he learned carried over well into his education and life in general. The best club for karate in Peterborough if you want dedicated teachers who have time and patience in a great environment! It was a great investment in my sons life.

I grew up at Canadian Freestyle Karate. I don't live in Peterborough anymore, but it's my first…read morestop as soon as I get back in. The instructors here are family to me. Classes are engaging and entertaining, and revolve around self defence and safety. Canadian freestyle karate is and always be a 10/10.

Barrie karate Very…read morerarely a place will exist that can benefit anyone! Male, female, young and older, physically fit or working on it! Barrie Karate is more than a place to work in strength, discipline and martial arts. It's a friendly, welcoming learning community that feels more like family setting! At Barrie Karate you will learn techniques while growing mentally and physically while expanding your knowledge in the art! My son joined OMG 5 years ago and has grown from a shy, scared and timid child with a slight anger issue into a confident, caring, hardworking child who will help other students and enjoys when called upon to teach other students. My son, who went from crying on the floor his first belt exam, refusing to talk to anyone, will now help students with corrections and bow the students in and out of class. Did Barrie Karate play a major part in his positive character development through the years? Absolutely. If you have a child that could benefit from social interaction, structure and routine, positive reinforcements while learning respect and discipline in sport ? (and let's be honest, every child can benefit from this) You should check out the link attached or check out Barrie Karate. They always have some kind of trial going on or you can reach out to me as Avery still has some coupons for a trial! And I'll see you at the Dojo https://u5075741.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=lPE3aYIJ1ZBPjjqSIFtcYRVbbHC-2BryYGUEmjCsuxKUjUHsP5jf5RO-2F33z7a5mZYEajSn_GELg5uCvqG7u6aLGFme07z2oVb1B33mlJelNM-2B-2F0rAPCcFpJMP5WoSsyNO0HiauOtwyu-2F6cPqlz-2F8dkBO-2Fu47shKCjG7EGdIEBnLr5i-2FCSq1QgO9zlPklgaxfFcPZtsTq6EY-2BT6O7tBdo9S01BiXrkpYZ63S1-2Bm9Ba0N8yFKYlHOztEeVpY99UvJPs712v2C4HuARgSbtrYkM8jrLxQkWB-2BLi9u-2FqcL45l8l8MhXI6lFwQ3x-2FJDfTu9eEisPitfqMwNUjbV4UIdOsbpz7y9iV6J01-2B9nmtWWmEBzjY3pFEwgpp89BZzcKuURiEPapQYV Karen

it's a great place to train but find out for yourself by going for a class or 2, I'm pretty sure…read morethe first class is no charge. I have known Sensei Dan for over 10 years, you'll be in good hands.