Interested in trying an authentic martial art with deep cultural roots? Searching for a new challenge and a healthy activity for your mind and body? Or are you an experienced karate practitioner looking for a new dojo?
Welcome to Kansas City Shotokan! We’ve been teaching karate and self-defense in Kansas City since 1966. Beginners and anyone honestly interested in karate are welcome to join our practice!
We are members of Shotokan Karate of America (SKA), the oldest karate organization in the United States. We practice traditional Shotokan Karate as taught by Tsutomu Ohshima, founder of SKA.
The best way to learn about what we do is to come to our dojo and check out one of our practices. You can observe or (even better) participate and see if karate is for you.
Practice Times and Locations
Come try a class! We are located in downtown Kansas City, near the Crossroads Arts District.
Kansas City Shotokan
2026 Broadway
Kansas City, MO 64108
Practice schedule:
6:00-8:00pm Monday and Thursday
12:00-2:00pm Saturday
Parking for members is FREE in our 20-space lot behind the dojo at 2027 Washington Street.
Shotokan Karate and Its Benefits
Karate is a martial art that came from Okinawa to mainland Japan in 1916, where it was taught and popularized by Gichin Funakoshi, the founder of modern karate. The practice focuses on effective and realistic techniques, including blocking, kicking and striking. Practicing karate has many benefits, as it also promotes mental and physical health, improves self-confidence, balance, focus, and strength. Our purpose is to improve ourselves through our practice, to perpetuate our martial art, and to train both our body and mind to be ready for anything that life throws at us.
In Shotokan Karate, we practice kihon (basics), kata (forms), and kumite (sparring). Our practice is suitable for a wide range of abilities and skill levels.
Our members are karate practitioners at all levels of experience, from beginners to black belts. We welcome all ages from older children (12+) to college students to professionals to seniors.
Our dojo is a supportive, encouraging group of people from all walks of life. We strive to provide an environment in which each member can attain their personal best.
Affordable High-Quality Martial Arts Instruction
We have been teaching karate in Kansas City since 1966. Our fees are very affordable so that everyone can afford to train and grow in an authentic traditional Japanese martial art.
Membership in Shotokan Karate of America costs $125 per year for white belts and brown belts ($250 for black belts). In addition, Kansas City Dojo members pay $60 monthly dojo dues. There are many benefits of SKA membership, including the opportunity to practice at other SKA dojos, participate at SKA special events, and grade in our bi-annual kyu tests with no additional cost.
Our instructors are SKA black belts with many years of experience. They are dedicated to passing on The Way of Karate and volunteer their time leading classes.
