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Our Traditional Karate Classes

• No Equipment Fees

• No Registration Fees

• No Examination Fees

​At Shotokan Karate-Do Richmond, students of all ages and skill levels train in a welcoming, inclusive environment. Classes challenge and inspire each student to reach their full potential, whether they are beginners or advanced practitioners.

 

Discipline and respect are emphasized in every class, developing strength, technique, focus, resilience, and character. While competition opportunities exist, the primary focus is on the traditional values, philosophy, and art of karate, emphasizing proper form, technique, and a strong mind-body connection.

 

Students advance through both physical skill and written exams at each belt level, ensuring a deep understanding of techniques, history, and principles.

 

The curriculum blends conditioning, self-defense, and essential life skills such as perseverance, self-control, and respect, preparing students to apply karate principles on and off the mat.

Karate-Kas Performing Bunkai

Schedule & Location

Class
Day
Time
Notes
Traditional Karate Classes
Thursday
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Traditional Karate Classes
Saturday
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
12-Week Beginner Shotokan Program
Saturday
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Starting June 2026

Location: 2155 - 4871 Shell Road, Richmond, BC

At Shotokan Karate-Do Richmond, we are proud to support our local community by offering a limited number of complimentary introductory sessions for local youth groups.

These sessions are designed to give children the opportunity to experience the benefits of karate, including improved focus, discipline, confidence, and physical fitness, in a safe, fun, and educational environment. If your group would like to arrange a session, please contact us to check availability and schedule a time.

Kids Practicing Judo

Integrated Self-Defence Training

At Shotokan Karate-Do Richmond, self-defence is an integral part of our traditional Shotokan karate training. Students develop practical skills, confidence, discipline, and respect while learning awareness, control, and real-world application.
 

For Children: Training is safe and age-appropriate, focusing on awareness, personal safety, confidence, assertive communication, bullying prevention, and controlled defensive movement. Children also build focus, discipline, and emotional control that carry beyond the dojo.
 

For Adults: Self-defence is incorporated into regular classes, teaching situational awareness, distance management, efficient techniques, and calm decision-making under pressure. Training emphasizes precision and responsibility, making it accessible to all levels.

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