IN PERSON BEGINNER CLASSES

Our beginner classes are dedicated to new members only, so you are not mixed with regular  members. This allows for specific instruction and you learn as a group. All those new to our club, regardless of previous martial arts training, are required to start in our beginner classes, unless you have previous training under the ISKF or JKA.

We practice traditional karate emphasizing mental and physical discipline and development.  We do not hit or make physical contact with another person with the intent to injure or harm. However, as in any martial or combative art, contact will occur with another person as a part of our normal training regime or in a tournament, e.g. by blocking, holding or otherwise, and injury may occur unintentionally or by accident. We stress control of techniques. While we offer the opportunity to participate in tournaments, competition is not required or mandatory as a part of belt advancement.

Interested in trying classes?

  • First two (2) classes are free to try.

  • Send us an e-mail to ask any questions at dalkarate@bellaliant.net.

  • Pre-registration: Please email dalkarate@bellaliant.net to express your interest in joining and a Registration Form will be e-mailed to you with further instructions. There is no obligation for any fees until after the first two classes.

  • Classes take place at the King's College gymnasium building, off Coburg Road, Halifax, downstairs in the Aerobic/Fitness Centre.

  • Come wearing comfortable workout clothing. The uniform (gi) may be purchased through the dojo, usually after a month of classes.

We offer three types of beginner classes:

1. Adult-Teen Classes (ages 13 to 49 yrs.)

Sorry, spots in our Teen-Adult Class are full at this time. Please e-mail us if you wish to be on the waiting list.

Saturdays 10:15-11:30am starting Sept. 10 to Dec. 17, 2022

            Fee:  $65 per person for the entire term

After the first term of beginner classes, the member is integrated into our regular intermediate classes at the standard fees of $65 per teenager/student and  $120 for an adult per each 4 month term. The fee includes 2 classes per week.

2. Youth Classes (8-12 years) and Parent together with Youth

          Saturdays 9:00-10:00am starting Sept. 10 to Dec. 17, 2022

           Fees:    $65 per child for the entire term

                        Family of 2 (1 adult 1 child): $120 plus $30 for each additional family member.

We offer  beginner classes for youth (8-12 years) with the opportunity for parent(s) or adult family member to train with the youth. Classes are designed to be fun while learning self-defense, physical conditioning and developing focus of mind and body. Parents are encouraged to participate with your child. Due to the popularity of this class, we often can only offer it once a year in September.After the first term of beginner classes, we offer additional 4 month term Jan.-April, 2023 at the same time and fee rate. Feel free to contact us with any questions. 

3. Adult Classes (50yrs. and over)-Silver Crane

Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm starting Sept. 14 to Dec. 14, 2022

           Fees:    $65 per person for the entire term

After the first term of classes, the classes will continue on Wednesdays and the fee is $65 for the Jan.- April, 2023 term. 

Please go to our Silver Crane section of this website under Beginners for more information.

* Class size is limited. If you have further questions, please contact us via email at dalkarate@bellaliant.net

  DIRECTION to DOJO

King's College gymnasium, downstairs in the Aerobic Centre. Come off 6350 Coburg Road through the main stone gates of Dalhousie University onto Lord Dalhousie Drive. The King's College Gym building is the second building on the right, after the King's College Library. Parking is available in the lot between the Gym and the Dal Life Science Building. Go to the entrance of the building that faces the King's College Library. Go downstairs and you will see the dojo. Please do not leave your belongings in the change rooms and bring them into the dojo. 

COVID 19 PROTOCOL

  1. All participants must be fully vaccinated according to NS Health guidelines.

  2. Mask must be worn in the hallways and washrooms of the building but wearing a mask while training is currently optional but each class will be subject to possible mask wearing and spacing as may be necessary depending on the COVID 19 environment at the time of the classes. Currently, a mask is required for any partner or close contact drill/exercise

  3. You cannot attend a class if you have any COVID 19 symptoms or if in the 10 days prior to a class, tested positive for COVID-19 or was a close contact of someone who tested positive for COVID-19. a mask (no cloth mask) during partner training.  

  4. You must advise dalkarate@bellaliant.net if you test positive for COVID-19 within 3 days after a Class.

    PAYMENT OF MEMBERSHIP FEES IN CLASS BY CASH OR BY E-TRANSFER.

E-TRANSFER PAYMENT ONLY FOR MEMBERSHIP FEES ( not for gradings or gi purchases)

  • E-mail: iskfpay@gmail.com

  • Payment must include in the MESSAGE stating the fee paid and each member’s name, age, class type and payment term, e.g. Sept-Dec. Failure to include complete information may result in payment not credited to the member’s fee payable.

  • This email address is only for payment of fees and shall not be used for general communication.