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Introductory Karate Class with English-Speaking Master in Nakano

5.00· 2 reviews

What to expect

Karate (literally "empty hand") is a traditional Japanese martial art developed in Okinawa, which focuses on striking (punches, kicks, knee or elbow strikes and more).

Karate was introduced to the Japanese mainland in the early 20th century and will be one of 5 special sports included in the 2020 Olympics. Don't miss out and learn the basics of this masterfully graceful martial art before then!

First-timers, all genders and physically-fit participants aged 13 and above are welcome.

About this experience

Starting at
16:00, 20:00

Schedule

  1. —
    Check-in at Nakano Dojo
  2. —
    Karate Training
    Enter the dojo (training hall) and learn to defend yourself using your hands and feet in a beginner-friendly class. Have a first-hand karate experience taught by a professional and train alongside your fellow students.
  3. —
    Putting the "Art" in Martial Arts
    Martial arts are a discipline which begins with the heart. Start with the proper greetings and spiritual and mental preparation before moving on to the basic or fundamental forms, which include stances, punches, strikes, blocks and kicks.
  4. —
    Self-Defense: Kata and Kumite
    Learn basic movements which can be used for self-defense. Kata (forms) are sequences of movements which are based on idealized combat situations, including throwing and attacking, among others. Kumite (literally "grappling hands") is sparring using techniques learned from both kihon and kata.
  5. —
    Activity Ends at Nakano Dojo

Location and Directions

  • Check-in / Check-out

    Nakano Dojo

    〒164-0001 Tōkyō-to, Nakano-ku, Nakano, 1 Chome−55

    Nakano Dojo — 〒164-0001 Tōkyō-to, Nakano-ku, Nakano, 1 Chome−55

Reviews

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Great experience
Posted Date: 2019/11/16
Marina
We had a great karate lesson that mixed several martial arts in a very well organized manner.
Sensei Jun showed us techniques, Kata and we got to try different styles, always supervised by Sensei. The other students that were in the class were very supportive patient when sharing their knowledge, which made the experience even more enjoyable.
After class we all shared time together and to know the rest of the class a bit better.
Overall a great experience that left me wishing I'd stay in Tokyo a… We had a great karate lesson that mixed several martial arts in a very well organized manner.
Sensei Jun showed us techniques, Kata and we got to try different styles, always supervised by Sensei. The other students that were in the class were very supportive patient when sharing their knowledge, which made the experience even more enjoyable.
After class we all shared time together and to know the rest of the class a bit better.
Overall a great experience that left me wishing I'd stay in Tokyo a bit longer just to continue training with Sensei Jun.
Great moment. Highly recommended!
Posted Date: 2019/11/17
steve
We had a great time doing this karate class.
The instructor was very good and professional.
The other participants were also very nice and patient with us (beginners).
It was also really fun to meet japan people during this activity and interact a little bit with them.

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