San Jose Dojo – Shotokan Karate of America

The original nonprofit organization teaching traditional karate in America since 1956

Authentic, Traditional Karate for the Mind, Body & Spirit

As of Feb. 2023, the building where we practice, Akiyama Wellness Center, no longer requires Coronovirus vaccination status. Masks are optional.

Who?

Please come join our next practice! Our curriculum is designed to incorporate beginners anytime. Ideally, you will practice of karate throughout your life, so it’s never too late to start.

What?

Shotokan Karate of America (SKA) is a non-profit organization teaching traditional Japanese karate-do.

Wear?

Beginners should wear comfortable clothing suitable for physical activity such as,

After attending for a couple of months you may be interested in Uniforms.

Where?

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Yu-Ai Kai Akiyama Wellness Center
Japantown
110 E. Jackson St.
San Jose, CA 95112

Street parking is available, usually easy to find a spot, and free after 6pm.

When?

How much?

Contact

For questions regarding practice, contact:

Johnny Martin
johnny@coffeefire.com
+1 - 408 - 634 - 8655

Special Welcome to SKA Members Worldwide

We offer a warm welcome to members from other SKA dojos or SKA affiliated dojos from other countries. Dojo fees waived if you are only visiting for a few practices and are an SKA member in good standing.


  1. Presently sessions combine all ages into one group, but we may begin to offer separate classes for children and/or beginners. ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎