Okamoto's Karate
About
Okamoto's Karate in Anchorage offers comprehensive martial arts training across multiple disciplines including MMA, kickboxing, and traditional karate. The gym provides a structured environment where students of all ages can develop their skills through regular classes, belt testing preparation, and tournament opportunities. A trial session is available for newcomers to experience the training firsthand before committing to membership.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise Mr. Okamoto Sensei and his staff for their positive, patient coaching that creates a welcoming environment for students of all ages. Reviewers highlight significant personal development, including increased confidence, discipline, and respect that extends to home, school, and professional life. Many credit the gym with helping them achieve martial arts milestones like black belts and tournament victories through personalized attention and encouragement. Parents specifically appreciate how instructors work patiently with children who struggle athletically while maintaining high standards for all students.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Bradley Doggett
8 years ago
My son loves training at Okamoto’s. It is always fun and interesting while challenging at the same time. The instructors are very positive and patient with students. The experience has made my son more disciplined and respectful at home and in school. I highly recommend Okamoto’s.
Patrick Gothot
3 years ago
Best Karate School in the State! 💯 Been a student at Okamoto’s karate for 7 years and learned so many great things. Mr. Okamoto Sensei teaches you so many viable things for the real world. You gain confidence and discipline. Great school!
Ashley Lofstrom
8 years ago
Great, welcoming place for kids to learn karate in a friendly environment. All the instructors are wonderful and really connect with each student. They offer a trial session which we took advantage of for our 6 and 4 year old, and they made us all feel very comfortable. They also make sure students are prepared for belt testing and tournaments. Highly recommended Okamoto's!
Michael Martinez
8 years ago
Okamoto's Karate is phenomenal! I started training in 2007 and have definitely gained many experiences from training here. Okamoto's Karate developed my discipline and sense of responsibility as well as respect towards others. I carry those virtues with me to this day and implement them in my educational and professional relations in the medical field. Okamoto's allowed me to open doors to my own potential and now I can say that I have been successful in martial arts tournaments as well: 2013 Jr. Olympic Gold Medalist, 7 International Championship Titles and 4-0 in amateur mixed martial arts. Training here was a big piece of my childhood that I will never forget. This is the place to be if you want to go far! Oose.
eawardhaugh
8 years ago
My kids have attended Okamoto's School of Karate for nine years. I appreciate how well Mr. Okamoto and his staff work with kids. They were very patient with my son who struggled athletically, but was finally able to get his black belt in 2015. Mr. Okamoto put a lot of extra effort into guiding my son through many ups and downs learning the art of karate. The staff has also been great with my daughter, encouraging and kind. I've noticed Mr. Okamoto pays attention to each students abilities and works with them where they're at without making students feel more or less based on they're skill, but rather they're effort. My kids have gained a lot of self-confidence from training at Okamoto's dojo.
Contact
501 W International Airport Rd #34, Anchorage, AK 99518, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM
Thursday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM
Friday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Sunday: Closed