Shinkai Dojo
A Financial District dojo teaching traditional JKA Shotokan karate, with an early childhood class for ages 3-5 and youth karate for 6-11. Families can also train together in a family karate class open to ages 6 and up.
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A lower Manhattan grappling club that accepts teens from age 12 with a parent-signed waiver. Teens learn jiu-jitsu and self-defense through a step-by-step progression meant to keep training safe.
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Ages 12–17.
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66 Frankfort St, Community Room Basement, 10038, in Civic Center, Manhattan.
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