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Way of Japan

Way of Japan

4400 Ashe Rd # 218, Bakersfield, CA 93313, Bakersfield, California

+1 661-834-5871
Karate
Kickboxing
Muay Thai

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

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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

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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.

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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

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