Schedule
We meet once a week, on Monday evenings from 7:30pm-9:00.

How to Join
New members are welcome on the first Monday of each month. Prospective students are encouraged to participate in a class prior to joining. Please do not show up unannounced. Send us an e-mail and we will respond with an introductory questionnaire to get to know you prior to  your first visit.

Adults
A waiver of liability must be signed prior to training, along with proof of health insurance. Dojo fees (outlined below) are due the first day of training.

Children Under 18 Years of Age
We do not accept children at this time.

Initial Sign-up Fee
$150.00 (non-refundable) includes (1) month dojo dues, (1) karate uniform, and processing fees.

Ongoing Fee Schedule
$50.00 monthly dojo dues, payable at the beginning of each month.

We do not have contracts. Our basic fees go toward supporting overhead.

NOTE: We do not accept credit cards.  Payment may be rendered by cash, check, or Zelle.

Uniform
We wear a traditional karate “dogi” for training. However, beginners may take a trial class wearing comfortable athletic wear. Jewelry is not permitted on the floor during training. Women must wear a plain t-shirt under their gi top.

Health
We recommend having a physical and obtaining a doctor’s approval prior to training. Our classes may, at times, shift between anaerobic and aerobic, and we further recommend supplementing karate training with activity such as walking, running, or bicycling.

Tournaments
We are not a competition-based dojo. Our practice of karate is as a budo (martial way) and cultural art form. We do not, however, discourage or in any way disparage competition. If competition is your main interest in training, we can help direct you to other local karate dojo that are more competition-oriented.

Facilities
We practice out of the gymnasium of Ravenswood Fellowship United Methodist Church. Two unisex bathrooms are available for changing.  RFUMC is not equipped with lockers, showers, or drinking fountains. Please bring a bottle of water to maintain hydration during practice.