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Parents of four-year-olds, adults who had never trained before, and students who have been with us for a decade.
★★★★★Confidence, assertiveness, focus, body literacy, self-defence, leadership, and friendly competition and sportsmanship. These are the qualities we wanted to encourage in our two girls, ages 4 and 7. We chose the Powerhouse for the Sensei's extensive teaching experience (25+ years) and his Shotokan karate program designed specifically for children. Eight months after joining, my youngest, once cling-to-my-leg shy, stands proudly in front of her classmates to lead them through the student creed. My eldest has found confidence and an ability to lead that I had always hoped for her. My husband and I joined the dojo a few months after our kids. We have never been in such good shape!
★★★★★When I joined your dojo I had COPD, I was obese and out of shape. My first class with you I couldn't even run around the small room once. You followed me out to tell me to do what I could and I would get better. I stopped smoking and continued to come back. I am now training for my black belt. Thank you for saving my life and giving me a passion for karate.
★★★★★Getting into my mid 30s I realised I was getting far too sedentary, inflexible, and was getting headaches way too often from being generally tense. Since starting training, my flexibility, mobility, and general body condition are the best they've ever been, and I now rarely get headaches. A night and day change.
★★★★★Sensei Ramin is great with kids. He's able to instill discipline and respect in a setting that's fun, something that my 5 year old enjoys! Which is not easy to do :) The work ethic my son's developing is much appreciated.
★★★★★My son has been training at Powerhouse for over six years, starting at the age of four, and the progress he's made has been outstanding. Under the expert guidance of Sensei Ramin, he has developed strong martial arts techniques, discipline, and self-confidence.
★★★★★I have experienced Karate in other dojos but nothing quite compares to what Sensei Ramin does at the Powerhouse. Training is tailored to each person's level and we receive individual feedback on things to improve, training is fun and well organized. If you're ever curious about martial arts, I would 100% recommend The Powerhouse to you.
★★★★★I started at the Powerhouse Dojo as a complete beginner and felt incredibly welcomed from the start. The instruction was excellent and thoughtfully tailored to my level, even in a class with students of various skill levels. I really appreciated the traditional aspects that Sensei Ramin included in the lessons, which added depth and authenticity to the experience.
★★★★★Trained here off and on for a couple of years, I personally think it is the best Shotokan karate training in the city. Excellent, supportive instructors and friendly classmates. As a woman, I found the atmosphere incredibly encouraging. If you are looking for an exciting physical and mental challenge, this is it!
★★★★★The instructors are highly skilled, patient, and great with kids. They focus not only on teaching self-defense but also on building confidence, discipline, and respect. I've seen a huge improvement in his focus and physical abilities since joining.
★★★★★Sensei Ramin creates an environment that's both disciplined and encouraging. His teaching style is clear, motivating, and grounded in deep knowledge; he pushes you to improve both physically and mentally. The structure of the classes is well thought out, blending technique, fitness, and self-defence, while also emphasizing respect and mindfulness.
★★★★★This was my first encounter with Martial Arts (Karate) and I really needed to do something with my body, physic and a healthy lifestyle. Sensei Ramin has been amazing instructor and mentor. He is passionate, full of energy, friendly. You may understand the quality of the training by the fact that I am more energetic coming out of the dojo than when I go in.
★★★★★Classes are well organized, and teachings delivered professionally in a very friendly but strict environment. The martial arts spirit is really felt in the air. I always get a great workout, and learn something attending. Sensei Ramin makes the serious training fun, which isn't easy. Highly recommended for anyone serious about learning an original style.
★★★★★As a mother, I highly recommend Powerhouse for all kids. Even though my son is attending for less than a year, I already noticed significant improvement, especially within his confidence. The instructors are making such a friendly, professional atmosphere for the kids and families where everyone seems happy and comfortable.
★★★★★I did a trial and loved it. Great instruction, felt totally welcome, loved the community, and loved having something physical and meditative to focus my mind on after a busy day at work. I sleep great after class. Can't recommend highly enough.
★★★★★I have been training at The Powerhouse for nearly a decade now. I am proud to say that the quality of training I have received has been phenomenal. If you want to train at a dojo that's professional, extremely high quality, and offers a real sense of community, then look no further.
★★★★★The passion Sensei Ramin brings to the table at the Powerhouse is truly admirable. Highly recommended!
★★★★★I appreciate Powerhouse Dojo as a sports club and karate club, because there we work on fitness and learn discipline and martial arts, thank you.
★★★★★Great Sensei, awesome place, very nice vibes.
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