About
Santa Monica Dojo offers the Youth Beginners Course for children ages 5 to 12, with special training in basics, form, and one-step sparring. It also offers Youth Intermediate/Advanced classes.
Programs
- Youth Beginners Course — Children from 5–12 years of age; children can begin as young as 5 years old · Tuesday and Thursday, 4–5 p.m.; Saturday, 1–2 p.m. · Special training in basics, form and one-step sparring.
- Youth Intermediate/Advanced — Youth · Tuesday and Thursday, 4–5 p.m.; Saturday, 1–2 p.m.; Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 6–7 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday, 5–6 p.m.
At a glance
- Ages: 5–18 years old
- General schedule: In-person youth classes meet Tuesday and Thursday, 4–5 p.m., Saturday, 1–2 p.m. Advanced youth classes meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 6–7 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursday, 5–6 p.m.
About the provider
Santa Monica Dojo was founded in 1972 and has taught traditional Shotokan karate for over 50 years. It is a fully accredited traditional martial arts dojo affiliated with the Japan Karate Association (JKA). The chief instructor is James Field, an eighth-degree black belt. The dojo says karate training’s main focus is perfection of character and describes karate as a fitness program that teaches children to focus their mental and physical energies in productive and non-violent ways.
- Private Lessons
- Outdoor Classes
- Karate Camps
Save your spot for in-person training by pre-registering online. Please plan to arrive 30 minutes early for check-in. Classes continue throughout the year. Occasional single holidays are observed without tuition adjustment. Exams are given every 3 months. Times are subject to change. There are no contracts to sign.
Last updated October 31, 2026.
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