Danforth Karate Academy has been serving the community since 1991. At Danforth Karate Academy our goal is to provide top quality martial arts instruction in a positive, non-competitive environment where individuals from all walks of life can come together to further enhance their physical, mental and spiritual well-being.
Our system is designed to instill self-esteem, self-confidence and self-respect in each student - to be goal oriented, face life's challenges with faith and conviction and to pursue personal best in life. Our Black Belt Martial Arts School is dedicated to helping others develop confidence through self-defence skills.
Our system is designed to instill self-esteem, self-confidence and self-respect in each student - to be goal oriented, face life's challenges with faith and conviction and to pursue personal best in life. Our Black Belt Martial Arts School is dedicated to helping others develop confidence through self-defence skills.
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We understand that the little ones have a limited attention span, that they need to learn, at their own pace, through exercise and games. We make leasrning fun. We understand that children must develop a sense of pride in their accomplishments and that is how they will develop self-confidence. The Pee Wee Karate program is comprised of a mixture of fun and karate to spark the interest of the little ones.
We are very concerned with the well-being and education of our children. We promote non-violent resolutions to conflict. Our methods help children to explore and understand conflict through role-play and other exercises. Students will learn confidence, self-discipline, and control as they learn how to act and react to the world around them.
Our Black Belt Martial Arts School emphasizes discipline and the value of persisting until goals are reached. We believe in following a high standard of values to bring out the good in our students and increase the quality of life. Danforth Karate Academy's Adult Program affords adults of any age and fitness level to experience the many benefits of karate training.
I was a part of Danforth karate since I was 16 or 17. I have learned so much and I can never give enough thank you to Sensei and Shihan. I was focused, active, disciplined and I wasn't afraid. I knew I could defend myself what ever came my way. I was strong and confident. I told everyone in high school I took karate and where I take it.
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George Zimmer
Jul 11, 2021
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I have a great deal of gratitude for Danforth Karate Academy and all that they have instilled in me. As a Teen when I trained there I developed a better sense of Focus and Discipline and a never quit Attitude, which help improve my grades in high school, it also gave me an outlet for the hard and frustrating day's a place to expel negative… energy, Danforth Karate was like a 2nd family to me, I developed some great relationships with my fellow students and the staff young and old, your not just a student or a number, your a part of the family/community, it was a sad day for me when my family
Shannie Shanshan
Dec 20, 2020
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value
We love these guys our son is shy quiet and gets nervous really easy while working with Danforth karate I've seen him flourish and open up so much he loves training here and is a natural can't wait till everything picks back up after covid so we can return to training with them
We love these guys our son is shy quiet and gets nervous really easy while working with Danforth karate I've seen him flourish and open up so much he loves training here and is a natural can't wait till everything picks back up after covid so we can return to training with them
George Zimmer
Aug 31, 2020
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I trained at Danforth Karate for a while, it's hands down the best Karate / Martial Arts school in Toronto. I unfortunately moved away and have not been able to find another school of there caliber it greatly saddened me and I haven't trained since. I Highly Recommend Danforth Karate Academy for all ages. you won't be disappointed
Nancy Tremblay
Apr 06, 2019
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Magda Seliowicz
Jul 12, 2018
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Warnpain
Jan 08, 2018
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Nicole Nodwell
Nov 16, 2017
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I have been in the Martial arts world for 25 years, I have been to different schools, numerous tournaments, different school gradings etc.
I have trained under shihan Davis and Peter for 25 years and wouldn't change my training with another school for the world.
Being here is not about the money, its about what they can teach you/give you with the BEST instruction.
They dont only teach you the technical side to the art, way more to it! They teach you everyday skills such as motivation, discipline, dedication, respect and to never give up!
Through my years of training, I have seen people come
I have trained under shihan Davis and Peter for 25 years and wouldn't change my training with another school for the world.
Being here is not about the money, its about what they can teach you/give you with the BEST instruction.
They dont only teach you the technical side to the art, way more to it! They teach you everyday skills such as motivation, discipline, dedication, respect and to never give up!
Through my years of training, I have seen people come
Jeff S.
Aug 12, 2017
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Had my son here awhile back the club is good and would recommend it for kids and adults. However the instructors need to work on there personality or lack of. The main instructor has the personality of a loaf of bread and the older ladie that instructs is as charming as hemroids. Other then that 3 stars.
Jessica Nicholson
Jan 25, 2017
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I love coming here! It feels familiar to me because of my background in martial arts, I like the consistency, the strictness and the attention to mastery, I like pushing and seeing what my body can do even after years out of the art.
My 7 year old daughter and I have been coming to Danforth Karate for 4 months and it already feels like home.
Helen the first face you see when you walk in, she is inviting and friendly, she has her first Dan black belt. Shihan with his 7th Dan black belt and over 40 years experience is a skilled master of the art he is a wonderful and strict teacher focused on his
My 7 year old daughter and I have been coming to Danforth Karate for 4 months and it already feels like home.
Helen the first face you see when you walk in, she is inviting and friendly, she has her first Dan black belt. Shihan with his 7th Dan black belt and over 40 years experience is a skilled master of the art he is a wonderful and strict teacher focused on his
C. S. Davies
Aug 29, 2016
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My wife and daughter go to Danforth Karate Academy and they love it. The instructors have integrity, are professional AND fun. When we enrolled my daughter into the school I wanted to make sure she would get the right balance of discipline and fun - basically not be scared off by it - and I can't believe what she is capable of doing and it's not even been a full year yet!
Her confidence levels have boosted, she is becoming more agile and aware, stronger and disciplined. She also gets to take the family class with her mother - you can't beat that anywhere. Hands down I'm so happy they are being
Her confidence levels have boosted, she is becoming more agile and aware, stronger and disciplined. She also gets to take the family class with her mother - you can't beat that anywhere. Hands down I'm so happy they are being
Sensei
Jan 01, 2015
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I have been a Member at Danforth Karate Academy for over 10 years.
I have trained with many instructors threw out my life, and I have never experienced such top notch quality instruction anywhere else, then where I train now at Danforth Karate, our Head Instructor is held in such high regard with other school owners!
I highly recommend Danforth Karate to anyone looking for Martial Art's Lessons for them selves or family members
I have trained with many instructors threw out my life, and I have never experienced such top notch quality instruction anywhere else, then where I train now at Danforth Karate, our Head Instructor is held in such high regard with other school owners!
I highly recommend Danforth Karate to anyone looking for Martial Art's Lessons for them selves or family members
Poncho Pair
Dec 22, 2014
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Not really a good school. They seem like nice people but not good teachers . They like to attract new students, but once they're in the system , the quality of teaching seems diluted and dry. There are definitely better Karate schools out there . My 2 cents , don't waste your time and money .We've seen many kids and adults not go back and we've always wondered why. We have two kids ourselves who we've transferred to another school and I can see they're happier and are getting better and higher quality instruction compared to this one.
