JAPAN KARATE ASSOCIATION · NONPROFIT DOJO · SINCE 1972
Traditional Shotokan karate in Coral Springs.
Founded by Master Shigeru Takashina, 9th Dan. Our instructors volunteer their time to teach traditional JKA karate to kids and adults, from the first bow to black belt.
AGES
NEW STUDENTS
DOJO
Kids 7–17, adults 18 and up
Start Mon or Wed, 5:30 PM
10810 Wiles Road
空
手
道
松濤館
SHOTOKAN
Every technique is built on the basics
基本
型
組手
Kihon Basics
Drills of the core techniques. Students learn how to perform each one, then keep refining it for as long as they train.
Kata Forms
Set sequences of blocks, strikes and shifts against imaginary opponents. They build form, balance, speed and control.
Kumite Sparring
Controlled sparring with a partner. As students advance, kumite opens up, and the self-control it teaches carries into daily life.
稽古
KEIKO
Training schedule
Classes are grouped by rank. New students start in the Monday and Wednesday beginner classes, then join other classes once their instructor says they're ready.
▬▬▬▬▬▬ Beginners: white, yellow, orange ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Intermediate: green, purple, youth brown ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Advanced: brown and black ▬▬▬▬▬▬ All ranks
Monday
5:30 – 6:15 PM
Beginners
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6:30 – 7:30 PM
Intermediate & brown belts
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7:45 – 8:45 PM
Black belts
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Tuesday
7:00 – 8:00 PM
Brown belts & advanced
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Wednesday
5:30 – 6:15 PM
Beginners
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6:30 – 7:30 PM
Intermediate & brown belts
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7:45 – 8:45 PM
Black belts
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Thursday
5:45 – 6:45 PM
All ranks
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7:00 – 8:15 PM
Advanced
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Saturday
10:00 – 11:00 AM
All ranks
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11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Brown belts
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12:00 – 1:00 PM
Black belts
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No classes on Friday or Sunday.
Private lessons are available at various times. Please contact us to schedule.
Tuition
As a nonprofit, we keep tuition low so traditional karate stays open to the community. There are no contracts. Invoices are emailed and due by the 1st of each month.
Additional family members from the same household get 50% off tuition.
PLAN
MINORS & STUDENTS (THROUGH COLLEGE)
ADULTS (18+)
Annual registration
Monthly
Three months
Six months
Annual
Uniform (gi), if needed
$100
$100
$255
$510
$1,020
$40
$100
$110
$285
$570
$1,140
$40
How to join
入門
Four steps take you from the application to your first class. No appointment is needed: once your application is in and your first invoice is paid, you're ready to train. Students must be seven (7) years of age to begin.
NYŪMON
1
Fill out the application
2
Pay your first invoice
3
Get your gi
Fill out the New Student Application online, one for each student. There's nothing to print. Answer every question, and write "N/A" if one doesn't apply.
We email you an invoice from Square for your registration, first month and gi (if you need one). Pay it and save your card for monthly tuition.
You need a gi (uniform) to train. If you don't have one, we'll have yours ready at your first class. If you already have one, bring it.
4
Train in the beginner class
Come to the Monday and Wednesday 5:30 PM beginner classes. After you pass your first yellow belt test, you can join the mixed-rank classes.
Fees to start: $110 a month for adults, $100 a month for youth, a $100 yearly registration per person, and $40 for a gi if you need one. Additional family members get 50% off tuition.
Camps, tournaments and exams
行事
Train with JKA instructors from Japan and across the country at our annual camp and youth tournament.
GYŌJI
系譜
LINEAGE
Master Shigeru Takashina, 9th Dan JKA (1943 – 2013)
Master Takashina's dojo, kept by his students
Master Takashina was among the first Japanese JKA instructors to teach in the United States. His picture still hangs at the front of the dojo, and every instructor volunteers their time to carry on his teaching.
1966
1968
1972
Graduates from Ryukoku University in Kyoto.
Completes the JKA Instructor School.
Moves to Florida and begins teaching, first in Fort Lauderdale and then in Coral Springs.
2000
2013
Moves the dojo to its current location in Coral Springs.
After his passing, his senior students found Shotokan Karate Center, Inc., a Florida nonprofit, led by Sensei Carol See Tai.
Instructors
指導員
All volunteers, all trained in the JKA tradition.
SHIDŌIN
CHIEF INSTRUCTOR
Sensei Carol See Tai
Training since 1972 and a student of Master Takashina for 37 years. South Atlantic Karate Association women's team member from 1981 to 1991 and 1982 National Collegiate champion.
7th Dan, JKA · 七段
Seif Elbualy
5th Dan · 五段
Elton Pride
5th Dan · 五段
Lam Nguyen
5th Dan · 五段
Vern Glassman
3rd Dan · 三段
問答
MONDŌ
“My overall goal is to preserve and continue Master Takashina’s legacy.”
Sensei Carol See Tai, Chief Instructor
In her interview, Sensei See Tai talks about how she started karate in Trinidad, her 37 years training under Master Takashina, and what keeps her motivated as chief instructor.
門下生
“Everyone is learning together, and everyone is there to support your growth, both as a karateka and as a person.”
STUDENTS
Jonah L., student
This Dojo has become my family. I practiced some Karate before in different dojos and I was looking for something special for me and my son. Would recommend this dojo to anyone and more so if you are looking to learn traditional Japanese Karate
Carlos M., parent and student
Great experience for my two boys. They love to go to their karate classes. They have learned to respect others and discipline. I do fully recommend this martial arts school.
Herman R., parent
道場訓
Dojo Kun
The five precepts of the dojo, recited at the close of class. Each line begins with 一 (hitotsu): one.
一
Seek perfection of character
人格完成に努むること
一
Be faithful
誠の道を守ること
一
Endeavor
努力の精神を養うこと
一
Respect others
礼儀を重んずること
一
Refrain from violent behavior
血気の勇を戒むること
Visit the dojo
道場
DŌJŌ
Come watch a class or meet an instructor. Classes run Monday through Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings.
ADDRESS
10810 Wiles Road, Coral Springs, FL 33076
PHONE
(954) 388-8466
EMAIL
dojoskc@gmail.com
Apply online, pay your first invoice, then come to a Monday or Wednesday beginner class.
Questions first? Call (954) 388-8466 or email dojoskc@gmail.com.
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SERVING
Coral Springs and Parkland, plus Boca Raton, Deerfield Beach, Coconut Creek, Pompano Beach, Weston, Davie and Fort Lauderdale, for over 25 years