Sun Dragon Seido Karate and Self-Defense

Sun Dragon Seido Karate and Self-Defense offers Seido Karate and Violence Prevention / Empowerment Self-Defense. Seido Karate classes are offered for kindergarten to adult, with juniors from Kinder to 2nd grade, youth from 3rd grade to 15 years, and adults 15 years and up. A full schedule of karate classes is offered Mondays through Thursdays and on Saturdays, and tuition is listed at $115 to $145 per month, with unlimited classes per month and varying by age group and payment method.

Programs

• Seido Karate — kindergarten to adult; adults 15 years and up, youth 3rd grade to 15 years, juniors Kinder to 2nd grade · Mondays through Thursdays and Saturdays · $115–$145 per month · Unlimited classes per month; tuition varies by age group and payment method.
• Violence Prevention / Empowerment Self-Defense

At a glance

• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Price range: $115–$145 per month
• General schedule: A full schedule of karate classes is offered Mondays through Thursdays and on Saturdays.

About the provider

The leadership team includes Sensei Laura Hayden, Executive Director; Kyoshi Graham M. Smith, Head Instructor; Coty Velasquez, Violence Prevention Program Coordinator; Kyoshi KJ Scheib, Senior Instructor; Senpai Vanessa Martinez, Instructor; Senpai Kitty McHone, Instructor; Senpai Susan "George" Schorn, Violence Prevention Instructor; and Tasca Shadix, Violence Prevention Instructor. The program states that it fosters physical and spiritual empowerment through training in violence prevention and nonviolent martial arts. It also states that donations fund scholarships and community programs, and that the annual Kickathon fundraiser supports scholarships and community outreach programs.

All students who attend in-person classes must be vaccinated and are welcome to wear masks. Tuition is paid monthly and includes unlimited classes per month. There is no contract required to train at Sun Dragon. Scholarships are available. Seido is non-competitive and the school does not participate in tournaments as a school. Adults or kids' classes marked 'all levels' or 'white belt' are available for trial students.

Last updated October 25, 2026.