East West Connection Martial Arts & Wellness
About
East West Connection Martial Arts & Wellness offers traditional Shorin Ryu Karate instruction with a focus on self-defense rather than sport karate. The dojo provides both day and evening classes, accommodating various schedules while emphasizing physical fitness and wellness. Students describe the training as a great workout that helps them stay in shape while learning authentic Okinawan martial arts, including Zen Kobudo weaponry. The gym's roots in Southeastern Wisconsin span nearly six decades, establishing it as a longstanding institution in the Milwaukee area.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise Sensei Dan Schroeder's extraordinary skill and knowledge developed over 50 years of teaching, noting he continues to challenge them with new material in every session. Students describe the dojo as having a friendly, welcoming atmosphere where they've developed lifelong friendships, often referring to it as their second family. Multiple reviewers mention training here for decades, with some having three generations of their family learn karate at the same dojo, demonstrating exceptional trust in the instructors. Members report the training has improved their self-confidence and changed their lives for the better, while providing a great physical workout that helps them stay in shape.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Michael Dunn
8 years ago
This place is amazing. The style taught here is Shorin Ryu Karate, which is traditional self-defense karate, not sport karate. Sensei Schroeder has been teaching karate for more than 50 years. He is a great teacher and a great guy. There are both day and evening classes. It is a great workout and a great way to stay in shape. I highly recommend joining this class.
Michael Gutierrez
2 years ago
I’ve been a student at East West Connection for 19 years. Sensei Schroeder continues to teach my Dojomates and me something new and challenging every time. Sensei’s skill & knowledge in Shorin Ryu Karate & Okinawan Zen Kobudo are extraordinary. I’ve developed many lifelong friendships with my EWC family!
Mike Hagberg
9 months ago
East West Connection is a traditional Okinawa Karate dojo that has its roots dating nearly 6 decades in Southeastern Wisconsin. Stop by and see the difference.
Mike Strelitzer
a year ago
I have been an off and on student for three decades plus. I trusted EWC with my kids way back, and now, recently, my two grandsons. Three generations now learning karate at EWC. That says something. While I might have not been the best student in the past, my son, who is now a 1st Dan Black Belt stuck with it. I can't think of a better second "family" than Sensei Dan and all my Black Belt Sempais. Think about it...this old guy trusts them with his grandsons. That is probably the best recommendation I have ever put on Google.
Mike Kubenik
8 years ago
I've been going to this Dojo for about a year now and I can say with confidence that Karate and what is taught here has changed my life for the better. It has helped me in many ways, especially my self confidence. The people, the instructors and the Sensei Dan Schroeder are some of the nicest people I've met. The atmosphere at the East West Connection is very friendly and welcoming to new students. I have never had a bad experience with anyone or this Dojo. If you are seeking a place to better yourself mind and body alike, then this is the place to be.
Contact
5438 S 108th St, Hales Corners, WI 53130, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 – 1:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Friday: 12:00 – 1:00 PM, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed