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Barrie Karate Is Like Your Extended Family!

Barrie Karate is more than just a place to train—it’s a family.

Students and instructors come together in a supportive and encouraging environment, building lifelong bonds through shared goals, challenges, and successes.

Respect, discipline, and teamwork form the foundation of every interaction, creating a strong sense of belonging.

Students cheer each other on during belt tests, help refine techniques, and celebrate personal growth.

Barrie Karate is a close-knit community where everyone works together to grow, learn, and thrive.

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Here’s Why Our Students Love Barrie Karate!

  • It’s an amazing place where kids are learning new skills, learn about self discipline and respect. The kids are encouraged to work hard but they also have so much fun. It’s... read more

    Angelica Zamfir Avatar Angelica Zamfir
    November 25, 2025

    This dojo is absolutely top tier. Knowing nothing about karate I figured my 4 year old daughter would benefit from karate lessons. Sensei Dan and the other senseis have been... read more

    J A Avatar J A
    September 20, 2025

    Very rude when trying to inquire about starting my child there. Tried calling multiple times and no one will answer the phone.

    Melissa Phillips Avatar Melissa Phillips
    August 14, 2025
  • My son has been with Barrie Karate over a year now and my daughter just recently started and they absolutely love going to karate. My kids love every class and... read more

    Anlia Fourie Avatar Anlia Fourie
    July 3, 2025

    Our son has shown growth in physical strength but also self discipline and regulation. Classes are fun but still allow time for structured learning. The black belt club is a... read more

    Kerri Ramstead-Pereira Avatar Kerri Ramstead-Pereira
    July 2, 2025

    Thank you Barrie Karate! Barrie Karate has been a fantastic experience for my two boys. Sensei Dan and his team have done an excellent job instilling confidence, discipline, and focus in... read more

    Ella D. Caceres (ellsrunner21) Avatar Ella D. Caceres (ellsrunner21)
    July 2, 2025
  • I'd like to recommend Barrie Karate for everyone who is looking for a place where their kids can learn martial arts techniques. The Dojo is a safe and welcoming place.... read more

    Victoria Barulina Avatar Victoria Barulina
    July 2, 2025

    Our son has attended Barrie Karate for almost a year now. To see how much his confidence has grown in this short time has been amazing. Dojo is clean and... read more

    Kaitlin Jackson Avatar Kaitlin Jackson
    June 24, 2025

    Great karate dojo. Excellent instruction from excellent instructors! Sensai Dan is great, love bringing my kids here 10/10!

    chris murtha Avatar chris murtha
    June 23, 2025

As the founder of Barrie Karate, I have been providing martial arts instruction since 1997 and I’m honoured to have taught thousands of students over the years.

Through my specialization in the traditional art of Okinawan Goju-ryu, I continue to offer programs for children and adults, fostering an environment where students of all ages and abilities can develop to their fullest potential.

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