Shotokan World
Articles
“It’s not a secret that karate in New York City is seriously underdeveloped. Not only is there a lack of
qualified karate instructors all over New York State, but most of the martial arts schools (NYC karate schools in particular) are also far behind Europe as far as facilities
are concerned. Very few karate dojos in New York City are properly equipped with showers. Karate classes are held in small,
poorly ventilated rooms in almost every school in Manhattan. For commercial reasons, NYC karate lessons are cut down
to 45 minutes. As a result, the quality of karate training in New York is noticeably poor, the popularity of karate as
a martial art is minimal, and world-class karate schools in NYC are almost nonexistent.
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Tuition and Fees
All classes are FREE FOR NYC STUDENTS,* including high school and middle school kids.
Friday beginner classes are OPEN AND FREE FOR EVERYONE.*
In all other cases, after a free introductory class, you will need to buy a $75 monthly membership, which includes unlimited karate classes as well as access to the college’s fitness center (including gym and pool).
* Free members still have to pay $25 a month to Baruch College for use of its facilities.