Shido-Kan Karate-Do in Soldotna

Discipline, focus and timeless technique. Traditional karate for students ready to build a strong foundation and keep sharpening it for years.

Sensei Raymond Purugganan in a karate gi

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Traditional Karate, Tribe Style

Karate is about more than kicks and punches. It's posture, breathing, precision and respect, practiced until it becomes second nature. Our Shido-Kan Karate-Do classes give you a clear path from your very first stance to advanced technique, alongside the same supportive community that makes Redemption home.

Shido Kan Karate is an Okinawan-based karate style. Our classes are taught by Sensei Raymond Purugganan.

Fundamentals: Friday 4:00–5:00 p.m. The place to start: stances, blocks, strikes and kata basics.

Advanced: Wednesday 8:00–9:00 a.m. For experienced students refining technique and kata. [PLACEHOLDER: rank requirement]

Karate Weapons: Saturday 10:00–10:50 a.m. Traditional weapons training. [PLACEHOLDER: which weapons, and requirements]

Plus Shido-Kan Karate-Do , Saturday 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Instructor

Sensei Raymond Purugganan

Who is karate for? Ages 8 and up.

What do I wear? No gi needed to try a class; a gi is only required once you become a member.

Is this separate from BJJ? Yes. Karate has its own classes and curriculum. Karate on its own is $50/month , and the Year In Advance Adult plan covers karate and BJJ. Karate is included in the main membership, or you can join with a karate-only membership ($50/mo).

Class Times

Fundamentals: Friday 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Advanced: Wednesday 8:00–9:00 a.m.
Karate Weapons: Saturday 10:00–10:50 a.m.
Shido-Kan Karate-Do: Saturday 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Your First 3 Weeks Are FREE

No experience needed. No gear needed. Three full weeks to try the classes, meet the coaches and see if the tribe fits. Fill out the trial form, or call or text (907) 230-5494 , and we'll get you started.