Programs

Edmonton Kyokushin Karate Club

Karate for Every Stage of Your Life

From your child's first front kick at age four to earning a black belt as an adult — EKKC has trained Edmonton families since 1983. Real Kyokushin karate, real progression, real results.

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No registration fee · First class is on us · No commitment

Three tracks. Every age.

Find Your Path

Whether you're enrolling a four-year-old, looking to start karate yourself, or stepping into the advanced training room — there's a class designed for where you are.

Track 1 · Children

Kids Programs

Age-appropriate Kyokushin training that builds focus, discipline, and confidence. Real belts, real progression — your child earns every stripe they wear.

Track 2 · Adults

Adult Programs

Real karate training for grown-ups. No experience required. Build strength, technique, and resilience in a serious training environment with grown-up classmates.

Track 3 · Competitive

Fighting & Tournament

For students ready to test themselves. Kumite-focused training that sharpens technique and builds confidence under pressure — from first sparring to tournament competition.

Your Karate Path at EKKC

Every student moves through the same progression — earned, not given.

1

OSU! Kids

Ages 4–9 · White belt with stripes (Jr.10 → Jr.01)

2

Junior Karate or Adult Beginner

10+ or adult · 10th–8th KYU

3

Intermediate

7th–5th KYU · Pre-Green training

4

Advanced Karate

4th KYU+ · Green to Black belt

Add to Your Training

Friday Night Programs

Once you've started in your main class, level up with focused Friday training.

Kids Fighting (5–9)

Friday 5:45 PM · 60 min

Game-based introduction to controlled kumite for our youngest students. Builds confidence and reaction time in a structured, safe environment.

Kids Fighting (10+)

Friday 6:30 PM · 60 min

Bridge to competitive kumite. Older kids work on knockdown rules with proper protective gear and direct supervision.

Adult Fighting

Friday 7:30 PM · 1.5 hr · Shihan

Kumite-focused training under Shihan. Sparring drills, combinations, and live rounds. Open to all adult belts ready for contact training.

Monthly Fight Team Camp

One Saturday/month · 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

Three-hour intensive for our competitive athletes. By invitation for Green belt (4th KYU) and above. Tournament preparation and advanced kumite.

Not sure which class is right?

Book a free trial class. We'll place you in the right group based on your age, experience, and goals.

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Common Questions

Quick Answers

I've never done karate before. Where do I start?
Most adults start in Adult Karate Beginner. Children ages 4–9 start in OSU! Kids; ages 10 and up start in Junior Karate. Your first class is free — book a trial and we'll place you correctly.
How long until my child or I can earn a black belt?
Black belt (1st Dan) typically takes 5–7 years of consistent training and 10 KYU grading tests. EKKC trains for the long road — many of our students have been with us 10, 15, even 20+ years. Belt rank is earned, never given.
What's the difference between Kyokushin and other karate styles?
Kyokushin is full-contact karate — known for its powerful strikes, conditioning, and emphasis on mental toughness. Founded by Mas Oyama in 1953, Kyokushin produces some of the most respected fighters in martial arts. EKKC is affiliated with IKO 1, headquartered in Tokyo.
What are the class times and prices?
See our full Class Schedule for class times. Pricing varies by program — OSU! Kids starts at $65/month, adult and youth memberships start at $80/month. There is no registration fee.
Where is the dojo?
We train at the Lakewood Community League, 260 Lakewood Road East, Edmonton, AB T6K 4C2. Free parking on site. Easy to reach from anywhere in southeast Edmonton.
What should I wear to a free trial class?
Comfortable workout clothes — a t-shirt and athletic pants or shorts. Bare feet in the dojo. We'll provide a uniform (gi) when you decide to enroll.