Gold Tiger Karate Dojo

My daughter (now 7) has been part of Gold Tiger Karate for 2+ years. She has learned a lot, and enjoys the classes. The head instructor/director (Shane) is passionate, an expert, and an EXCELLENT instructor. For kids, he strikes the perfect balance between discipline and patience. Highly recommend.

My 5 year old daughter is going to this dojo and she absolutely loves it. As a mother, I like the attention that is given to each child and how mistakes are corrected thus improving technique. I have also noticed that karate has improved my daughter's coordination and ability to follow instructions.

Gold Tiger Karate Dojo is a great martial arts school for newcomers and experienced practitioners alike. I have been lucky to be a student of Niten Ichi Ryu since 2017, and Shane Walters Sensei has been there to help every step of the way. The direct contact with high level instructors in Japan is also a great experience for any lover of [Japanese] martial arts!

I have studied Hyoho Niten Ichi Ryu with Shane Walters sensei since 2017. Shane sensei is an excellent teacher. He is remarkably patient and always direct. The group studying Niten is friendly and a solid group all around. I am grateful for the opportunity to study this ancient art and plan on doing so for years to come.

I highly recommend Gold Tiger Karate. Sensei Shane is a very respectful, calm and patient instructor. He is a great role model and leads by example. He is sincere and his teachings have instilled a deep respect for the art of karate to our entire family.

Blessed to have joined the Dojo when we first opened. Sensei is a great teacher and an amazing friend/mentor with so much knowledge and wisdom.looking forward to learn more in the coming years.Would definitely recommend.

My daughter who is almost 12, was fascinated with Karate, but more so, after a year of bullying, said I don't want to ever feel powerless again." and wanted to learn how to protect herself. We gave it a try and she has loved every class so far. Shane is very patient with his students and also light hearted enough to smile and laugh which helps kids feel comfortable and safe. I am considering why I don't join myself! As a person with injuries to my body

Training alongside this group has helped me gain and refine many degrees of mental (and physical) capacity. Since I've started training with Shane-sensei, I developed a stronger sense of self-discipline and balance. I am truly grateful for the reserved yet impactful tutelage that promotes independence and growth.As Shane-sensei represents few of the North American Goju Ryu instructors who are close in ties with the native Okinawan masters, direct transmission and a preservation of tradition helps to mold the authenticity of the curriculum. As the Okinawans are well known for their longevity, the art taught at this dojo is one of self-preservation and communal cultivation.

Shane's varied and extensive training makes him a well rounded and highly competent instructor. His ability to bring out the best in his younger students is formidable. I encourage more parents to consider enrolling their children to learn such an invaluable skill for personal safety and confidence. Cheryl Lewin

The Gold Tiger Karate Dojo offers a balance between learning the traditional kata forms of the Okinawan Goju-ryu style and learning practical sparring and self-defense techniques. I have been training as part of the Gold Tiger Karate Dojo for a few years now and I have enjoyed every lesson. I highly recommend this dojo as a place to learn how to appreciate the art of karate and learn how to better your character.