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JKA WF Chicago Karate Institute offers training in Traditional Japanese Shotokan Karate. The program also includes general karate practice in a beautiful, custom-built facility.
• Ages: 4–18 years old
The Institute was registered in the State of Illinois in 2008. Its motto is “Karate for Character.” The program is devoted to offering instruction in a safe, disciplined, and friendly environment for the entire family. Every individual is encouraged to strive to indulge in life-long study, start each day with gratitude, never give up, embrace victory and failure in a dignified manner, and become stronger, more gentle, and compassionate. At the end of each class, students recite five principles (Dojo Kun): seek perfection of character, be honest and faithful, endeavour to excel, respect self and others, and refrain from violent behavior.
The staff is described as fantastic and going out of their way to teach excellent life-skills to the younger generation, fostering them with compassion and dignity. They are trained to help individuals of all physical abilities to achieve improvements in their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Many senior members have accomplished success at state, national, and international championships, as well as in their professional careers.
JKA WF Chicago Karate Institute is a member of JKA WF America, which is directly affiliated with the Japan Karate Association HQ in Tokyo. It is also a registered member club with the USA National Karate Federation, which is a member of the USOC and USOPC. The dojo has been showcased by the City of Aurora, IL, and Mayor Richard Irvin's Office of Economic Development.
Young members have the privilege of training to compete at the Chicago Classic, the Illinois State, the US Open, and the USANKF National Karate Championships. The program also conducts fund-raising to support national and international level athletes and coaches with their travel. Testimonials describe Sensei Dhawan as very knowledgeable with deep and detailed understanding of karate, an incredible teacher who will make kids very athletic and strong, and a world-class instructor at an excellent traditional Shotokan karate school with a great dojo for all ages.
Last updated February 5, 2026.
• Ages: 4–18 years old
The Institute was registered in the State of Illinois in 2008. Its motto is “Karate for Character.” The program is devoted to offering instruction in a safe, disciplined, and friendly environment for the entire family. Every individual is encouraged to strive to indulge in life-long study, start each day with gratitude, never give up, embrace victory and failure in a dignified manner, and become stronger, more gentle, and compassionate. At the end of each class, students recite five principles (Dojo Kun): seek perfection of character, be honest and faithful, endeavour to excel, respect self and others, and refrain from violent behavior.
The staff is described as fantastic and going out of their way to teach excellent life-skills to the younger generation, fostering them with compassion and dignity. They are trained to help individuals of all physical abilities to achieve improvements in their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Many senior members have accomplished success at state, national, and international championships, as well as in their professional careers.
JKA WF Chicago Karate Institute is a member of JKA WF America, which is directly affiliated with the Japan Karate Association HQ in Tokyo. It is also a registered member club with the USA National Karate Federation, which is a member of the USOC and USOPC. The dojo has been showcased by the City of Aurora, IL, and Mayor Richard Irvin's Office of Economic Development.
Young members have the privilege of training to compete at the Chicago Classic, the Illinois State, the US Open, and the USANKF National Karate Championships. The program also conducts fund-raising to support national and international level athletes and coaches with their travel. Testimonials describe Sensei Dhawan as very knowledgeable with deep and detailed understanding of karate, an incredible teacher who will make kids very athletic and strong, and a world-class instructor at an excellent traditional Shotokan karate school with a great dojo for all ages.
Last updated February 5, 2026.
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