West Los Angeles Karate

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1466 S Westgate Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90025

West Los Angeles Karate School, founded in 1972 by George Takahashi, is a dedicated and traditional Japanese style Shotokan Karate-Do school. With instructors who have collectively over 100 years of martial arts experience, the school emphasizes core body movement and sharp physical focus for effective execution of techniques. Offering classes for beginners and advanced students, West Los Angeles Karate School focuses on self-defense, competitions, and personal growth.

Rooted in a long history and tradition, West Los Angeles Karate School practices Shotokan Karate with an emphasis on form and practicality as a self-defense system. With a diverse membership ranging from students to senior professionals, the school operates on a non-profit basis and welcomes visitors. Training in kihon basics, kata forms, and kumite sparring, students progress through the ranks, with achieving a black belt being just the beginning of their journey in the world of Shotokan karate.

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5.02 reviews
Robin C.
9/9/2024

This dojo is fantastic! The teachers are great - they are dedicated, supremely knowledgeable and passionate about karate . They have practiced all over the globe and each brings a unique style to...

Pengyu H.
9/29/2024

I came to West Los Angeles Karate School about 18 months ago with zero Marshall arts or athletic experience. The welcoming and kind community, fun and rigorous training, and top notch instructors...

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