Way of Japan
4400 Ashe Rd # 218, Bakersfield, CA 93313, Bakersfield, California
Classes & Programs
Class Types
- Karate
- Kickboxing
- Muay Thai
Age Groups
- Adults
- Kids
- Teens
Skill Levels
- All Levels
Highlights & Considerations
Highlights
- Genuine martial arts master instructors
- Clean and friendly family-like environment
- Affordable world-class instruction
- Strong emphasis on discipline and respect
- Official SKIF affiliation and internationally recognized ranks
- Welcomes all ages from children to adults
- Balanced traditional and modern fighting curriculum
- Real-life application of techniques
Considerations
- Reports of favoritism by some instructors
- Occasional rude behavior and unsafe practices mentioned in negative reviews
Testimonials
Rating Distribution
17 reviews
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Excellent
"I trained under Sensei Abe and Sensei Jason for years! Absolutely, easily the best dojo in the area and upmost professionalism. I left for over a decade to the military, but the discipline and teachings I learned at Way of Japan led me to so much success I use to even this day!"
- Nick M
via Google
8/25/2023
Excellent
"Great instructors! Very thorough and patient. Great environment for my kids."
- Jr Castillo
via Google
12/6/2022
Excellent
"I take my five year daughter here and she loves it and so do I. This place feels like family and the kids learn so much, there’s a great mix of diversity and all ages. Truly an amazing company and I highly recommend for all stages of learning."
- Chelsea Rouleau
via Google
10/20/2021
4.4
(27 reviews)
Business Hours
- Monday: 5:30-8PM
- Tuesday: 5:30-8PM
- Wednesday: 5:30-8PM
- Thursday: 5:30-8PM
- Friday: Closed
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Instructors
Sensei Abe Belardo
Sensei
50 years experience
Over 50 years of experience as a martial artist, professional kickboxer, and fighter trainer. Holds black belts in four styles of Karate ranging from 1st to 6th Dan, trained with legends in the U.S. and Japan.
Sensei Jason Hanby
Sensei
Co-instructor specializing in traditional Shotokan Karate and modern fighting styles, holds students to high standards of excellence, respect, and hard work.
Location
Amenities
- Clean facility
- Family atmosphere