JKA Boston
310 Harvard Street
2nd floor
Brookline, MA 02446
(617) 566-2966

For more than 20 years, JKA Boston has promoted traditional Shotokan Karate. We are affiliated with the JKA World Federation and Shotokan Karate-Do International (see below).

Located in Brookline's Coolidge Corner, JKA Boston can be easily reached by the Green Line. For information on finding us, see our Directions page.

Rank tests are given regularly. White, green, and brown belt tests occur every three months. Black belt tests occur every six months. All black belt ranks are recognized internationally and are registered at JKA headquarters in Japan.

Training schedule: JKA Boston conducts formal trainings daily. For times, see the Class Schedule page. We strongly recommend that members train at least three times a week.

Beginning students attend a separate beginner's class twice a week for one month before joining regular classes. Beginner classes start the first Tuesday of each month.

Exercise both mind and body: Aside from being one of the most effective methods of self-defense, Karate is an excellent form of stress management and aerobic exercise for the entire family. Using all the muscle groups, karate training develops flexibility, coordination, balance, posture, and muscle tone.

More than 40 years ago, O-sensei Funakoshi stated, "Karate-do is not merely a sport that teaches how to strike and kick; it is also a defense against illness and disease."

A way of life: Traditional Shotokan Karate is more than just exercise. Our philosophy emphasizes strengthening personal character and respecting others. We continuously strive towards self-improvement. Many of our members have been training for over 10 years, some for more than 20 years.

About JKA and Shotokan Karate-Do International

The Japan Karate Association, headquartered in Tokyo, was founded in 1948 by the students of Master Funakoshi, the father of today's karate. The JKA now operates worldwide to maintain the high standards of instruction and training established by Master Funakoshi and to encourage the growth and development of karate.

Shotokan Karate-Do International, operated out of New York City, is directed by Sensei Masataka Mori, 8th Dan (8th degree black belt). It serves as the headquarters for all JKA clubs in the Pan-American region. Sensei Mori is also the vice-chairman of JKA World Federation.

Our affiliation with these organizations ensures the karate we practice at JKA Boston is the same style of traditional Japanese karate taught at JKA dojos around the world.

JKA Boston participates in regional, national, and world tournaments, as well as Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter training camps, which are hosted by JKA and its affiliates.