Japan Karate-DO Ryobu-Kai

Pros: Amazingly talented and knowledgeable instructors and office staff, well-​maintained and equipped training facilities, and an extremely welcoming, family environment for all ages and skill levels.
Cons: Parking can be inconvenient during peak times
I started training at this studio (dojo) in January 2015 as an adult beginner with no prior martial arts skill or experience. First and foremost, the instructors (senseis) and office staff are accomplished in, dedicated to, and are passionate about karate. Their attitudes toward the martial art and it’s training are infectious as I, too, have come to love and embrace karate. Aside from the techniques, the lessons are also taught stressing traditional Japanese values which I feel adds another level of enthusiasm since I have always found the Japanese culture appealing. The rates for classes are very reasonable when considering other schools or physical activities, and the dojo offers several options and plans which helps when on a budget. The only thing I can complain about is the parking which is not entirely the dojo’s fault as you have to work with what resources are available so do expect some inconveniences if you plan to visit or attend classes during peak times (generally 5pm to 7pm weekday nights). It should be noted though that parking in the nearby shopping plaza and within the neighborhood is allowed and fairly safe (i.e., no concerns about getting a parking ticket). Lastly, the real selling factor of this place was the people and the environment they cultivated. The instructors, staff and other students truly make this dojo a world-​class facility. Everyone is so welcoming and helpful that they essentially became an extended family for me. So overall, if you are looking for karate lessons for your family or yourself, I can wholeheartedly recommend this dojo. The first class is free to try so if anything, stop by and experience it for yourself. I am certain you and your family will enjoy it!

They are so little things in life that helped me as a teenager, but I can honestly say that if it was not for mr. Kiyoshi Yamazaki the black belt master whom taught there is more to life than the one we had getting in trouble .Martial arts is what kept us out of trouble .we learned how to defend are selves when needed but mostly how to walk away from trouble .The karate that was taught to us kept my brother and I on the straight and narrow, it helped shape are lives for that I can never thank you enough. Best wishes from Gary and Gilbert Garcia. MMA fighters

I’ve been training here for quite some time and I have to say this is the best dojo I have ever been to (I’ve been to like 6 different others) but this one is special in lots of ways. :)

My daughter is a student at the Japan Karate-​do Ryobu Kai dojo in Anaheim and I am amazed at how much she has improved since she started. My daughter has not only learned about karate, but she has learned discipline, and respect. The instructors at the dojo are great with kids and teach them to become very disciplined and respectful to people of all ages. They also teach them about the history of karate and help them understand what they are doing and why they are doing it. Overall, I love the teaching styles, progress and family like environment of the Anaheim dojo. I would recommend this dojo above the many others that we had visited especially for girls, there are a lot of female students of all levels and ages.

One of best training available in the world. And I have been to many schools in many countries.

My friend told me about this studio so i stopped in and had the pleasure of meeting Mina she was very informative and patient we will definetely be enrolling our daughter here
Thanks again
Lance

This is my first review ever on this sort of thing — but I am compelled to write one for this dojo. I first was looking for a Karate place for my kid. Then I ended up taking the class too! Never in my wildest dream that I thought I would fall in love with Karate. I know I’ve always been passionate in the traditional martial arts realm, but never really thought I would be engaged in that world physically other than watching movies about it. Until one day, I saw Mina Sensei, with her low key, down to earth demeanor and superb Karate skillset acquired from life time of practice with her world renowned Karate master father, Sensei Yamazaki, that really opened my inner Karate spirit door. Basically, I’ve always felt Karate is for man, until Mina Sensei shows up. And many Karate masters, or dojo I have seen, didn’t impress me at all. However, students here at Ryobukai Anaheim are well taught, and everyone treats each other like friends and family. This particular lineage of Karate, is a solid traditional way of teaching Karate. Dojo like its masters, is low key and none commercialized, even though it has a great team of Karate professionals and evangelists teaching there. Tuition is very reasonable. But most important of all, is the heart and spirit of Karate that displays in this dojo, is really amazing — way pass beyond my expectation!!! If you are looking for a trust worthy and excellent Karate way of living for yourself or your kids, you must come check it out!