My son has been really enjoying his classes at IKF. Sensei George is an excellent instructor and I…read moreappreciate how the classes are very diverse and can accommodate any age from children to adults. If you're thinking about joining, definitely don't hesitate.

Top Karate Dojo on the island! Why? Sensei George Kotaka is two time world champion and an…read moreexceptional instructor. My daughter has been training with him and the International Karate Federation (IKF) is a top organization. George truly cares for my daughter's development and is helping her to gain confidence and maximize her potential. Since she started training with George, her self confidence and positive outlook on life has increased. In addition, George has helped her compete in IKF and AAU Karate events with excellent success. We enjoy going to class five days per week and it's the best part of her day. As a parent - it's a beautiful thing watching my daughter grow with her positive attitude, plus she is able to protect herself if required. Thanks Sensei George! High recommend considering checking out IKF and join the winning team. Mahalo!

I took my two kids for a trial lesson and the female and male senseis were rude and mean to them…read more My kids were behaved and of course didn't know the techniques- it was their first class! No need for yelling. Avoid this place like the plague!

We have been a part of Tenri Judo for a little over a year…read more My son started when he was 5 with recommendation from a friend. Sensei Greg & Sensei Robin are great instructors. They are very knowledgeable, dedicated, patient, and well respected in the community. The dojo is spacious and clean. Nice waiting space for parents and families. Top notch athletes have been coming out of Tenri for decades. Affordable rates.

Aikido of Honolulu: 426 Luakini St, Honolulu, HI 96817…read more(Todaiji Hawaii Bekkaku Honzan, Temple) I've been a member of Aikido of Honolulu since 2010, and through my experience I can say that practice here most closely aligns with practice in Japan. Members range in age from 5 to 75, through Junior and Adult classes, and everyone is friendly and respectful. Depending on what you're looking for in practice, you're time can be focused on exercising, learning techniques, or just practicing to enjoy engagement with other members. For more information: website: aikidoofhonolulu.org email: dojo@aikidoofhonolulu.org

AIKIDO OF HONOLULU @3224 WAIALAE AVENUE:…read more This Dojo is the very first Aikido Dojo outside of Japan since 1961. And it is closing its door 05/01/16 due to the lease could not be renewed. I am deeply shocked to the news. They are looking for a new location at this point. I had practiced at this Dojo for a few years with wonderful people while Aoyagi sensei was still alive. I had enjoyed watching children's classes, thinking great way to use up kids energy and teach discipline. I love AIKIDO philosophy of "harmony". Hope they find a good house soon.

We're having a great experience at HJA so far. My son is 7 with no martial arts and minimal team…read moresport background. We were nervous to start this. But so far it's been amazing! Their intro class has 3-4 kids and two senseis. Their beginner class has way more kids and more senseis to balance the ratio. Street parking and conveniently located in the beginning of Halawa industrial. Their monthly pricing is so reasonable. If you're on the fence, contact them for an intro class- it's worth it.

Excellent training facility! Great vibe! I have trained BJJ…read morefor a short time and was looking for a place to start Judo. After searching the underbelly of Reddit and several places online, all positive arrows pointed to Hawaii Judo Academy. They offer a trial class-you can call or sign up on their really user-friendly website. I signed up and attended a class the same day. I absolutely loved the breakdown of instruction during class; I felt the concepts and application were taught very well. They have two floors to their facility and offer jujitsu as well. The schedule is on their website. I highly recommend this training facility! The owner and staff are incredibly welcoming.

Shotokan Karate Do International Federation (SKIF) Hawaii is led by Les Nishikawa Sensei (7th Dan),…read moreand is affiliated with SKIF Japan, founded by Hirokazu Kanazawa. The school practices traditional karate kihon (basics), kata (forms), kumite (sparring), and weapon techniques. Instruction is individualized, student-centric, and affordable (~$50/mo with discounts for family groups). New students can join at any time, but should contact the Sensei first. The dojo (classroom) is located in the first floor of the Japanese Cultural Center, and is purpose-built with martial arts in mind. Classes are taught in English, with some Japanese for dojo rituals, technique names, and counting.

Great place to lean Shotokan karate. Balanced curriculum with tournament opportunities. Families…read moreoften train together but it's a great place for adults of ages to train as well. The senseis are great with kids and adults and reach discipline and control. Lots of opportunities for social fun as well.

Bought an Amazon deal for the defense classes for my sister and I. Sensei Kylan was very…read moreaccommodating with class days and times. He invited us to observe a regular class and while we were there, we felt very welcomed and comfortable. He would come over periodically to explain what they were doing. As luck would have it, for the actual lessons it was just my sister and I with three instructors. They catered the classes to what we wanted to learn and at our pace. I had Sensei Donald as my partner for the majority of the classes and he made the scenarios very realistic, which I appreciated. Throughout the classes the instructors Kylan, Donald and Joe were very professional, full of knowledge, and patient. One of the things I thought was particular great, was the way Sensei Kylan would apologize before demonstrating a move on one of the other instructors which usually resulted with the other instructor on the ground or tapping out. I'm planning on taking the regular classes once the 5 classes are up.

I am slightly partial here so thank you for reading this review. The thought of writing a review…read morefor this dojo is like asking me to write a review for my mother Christmas dinner. These people are my family and have made my life better. They welcome everyone just like they did me and are so patient and love to teach. No one should have any worries about coming into dojo as a white belt. You will be better than you where everyday you train. Thank you to all my teacher and that is every single person who is in the dojo. Koshu

We were lucky enough to find Sensei Maile during the height of the Covid pandemic lockdown. Our…read moreboys, twins age 6, began private lessons with her outside at our house. This fall, they have been able to attend classes and private lessons at the newly opened Kachi Karate dojo on S Beretania. The boys LOVE Sensei Maile. She is calm, patient, fun and a super skilled expert. She also happens to have a daughter their age, so she really "gets" kids and knows how to motivate them. My husband and I love that she emphasizes the mental discipline, including doing well in school and being respectful of your parents, in addition to the physical discipline. I cannot recommend Sensei Maile and Kachi Karate highly enough! We are so happy to have found this wonderful place for our kids to learn and grow.

First of all, I knew nothing about karate other than what I saw on the Karate Kid, and when I…read morepictured kids taking karate I pictured a hard ass teacher yelling at his students just like that mean teacher at the Cobra Kai dojo. So when my father-in-law suggested my daughter try a karate class near our house, I was a bit hesitant...she was only four, REALLY tiny, and not the most aggressive kid; but she was coordinated and definitely could use the discipline; so we decided to try a free class with Kachi Karate. When I met Sensei Robert him and heard how he spoke to my daughter as he took her aside to teach her some basic things before class, I could see he was a really nice guy who had a special way with kids...and my anxiety about this whole thing just went away. In the beginning, my daughter had a hard time following along as a lot of the class had been taking karate for at least a few more months. After the first couple of classes, she wanted to quit, but we convinced her to stick with it for just one month and told her she could quit if she didn't like it by then. Sensei Robert had always made it a point to make sure the higher belts in the class take care of and teach the younger ones. This helped her a lot, to feel like the older kids were supportive of her and not going to make fun of her. it was also a great lesson in responsibility for the older kids as well. At home, she kept practicing and practicing, and one day was able to get some of the moves from the kata she was learning. From achieving that, it ignited her confidence and commitment to the class as a whole. So much so that she has kept up with this for over year a year now! I also really like the fact that there are two female teachers - Sensei Maile and Sensei Shannon. They are both so good with the kids and I am grateful that my daughter gets to see at an early age that women can be both feminine and strong at the same time. And now, I see karate in a whole new light. It has kept my daughter physically and mentally fit, but also instilled in her important life values. She started kindergarten this year at Aina Haina school and I truly believe that Kachi Karate has helped her transition into this new chapter in her life more seamlessly. It is evident not only in her work ethic, discipline, and respect for others, but also in her ability to make new friends, try new things and be a more confident person overall. Sensei Robert has also expanded his dojos around town and even has a karate class for 3-5 year olds that my 3 year old son will be trying soon! I think it's great what he is doing for the communities around here and I would highly recommend his classes for any child, boy or girl - as they will be getting much more than self-defense skills - you'll be surprised at what they can accomplish and what kind of person they will become!

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