Testimonials
My son started training at Doryoku Karate Club when he was 5 years old. Before he started he was like a bouncy ball, never stops at home and always on the go.
In the past year I noticed a big difference in his behavior and concentration span.
I think Karate is a positive way for my child to learn and reach his true potential. The benefits of Karate are evident in the way he do his homework each night and the willingness to read his school books. Since he started he has shown progress both at Karate and at School.
My son enjoys his Karate and looks forward to every lesson. He is eager to achieve higher goals.
My family are very proud of him and believe that he is now more confidence in all aspects of work in school.
Instructor Sensei Ansari act as a good role model to all his students. I have sat through many training sessions watching my child in training. I have picked up alot myself during each session. You not only learn the moves, the techniques or how to fight and defend yourself in Karate, you also learn the theory side of it too. Sensei had talked to students about the history of Karate, the meanings behind the techniques, and things that will positively encourage childrens confidence and self esteem. It's all very educational and interesting.
I believe Sensei Ansari promotes positive reinforcement and allow children to build upon their own individuality at their own pace in Karate. During training, Sensei Ansari shows professionism and full respect to all. Each week I see a difference in students manners, attitudes, concentration span and coordination skills in moves that they do. I find it all very impressive indeed.
A highly recommended friendly Karate Club suitable for all ages! I know I have picked the best Karate Club for my child.
Mrs Judy Chan (mother)
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Having trained at The Dojo myself, as well as having two children who regularly attend, I can honestly say that it is one of the friendliest sports clubs I have come across. Everyone is willing to help each other, from white belts to the more senior grades, which makes for an atmosphere in which you can only progress faster.
Sensei Ansari’s methods, knowledge and total enthusiasm for all things karate mean that he is more popular with my kids than the vast majority of their school teachers!! They genuinely enjoy attending training sessions and I believe that their tuition under Sensei Ansari has helped to make them more confident, fitter and better mannered individuals which can only be positive.
Ian Cowley (parent)
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"I enrolled my 7 year old son in October 2005 with some specific goals in mind. My son is already a very confident person but not when it comes to physical contact, therefore my goals were to enable him to become more confident in large groups, be able to focus on instruction and listen effectively in a large arena and be capable of diffusing playground bullies. I was impressed with the control the Dojo trainers demonstrated from day one over such large groups of children whilst still making it a fun and enjoyable environment to learn. The other unexpected values that the Dojo teaches; respect for others, achievement generally, self motivation & discipline, focus and timeliness.
The Dojo successfully bridges gaps in race, colour, background and religion and is actively helping to build a strong community spirit in the local area. I have found it's founder Ifran Ansari to be learned, caring and possesses an individual interest in every pupil enrolled. Nobody seems to go unnoticed or without a name.
My child smiles from the journey in to coming home. I would recommend enrolment to anyone. Give it a try!"
Bradley Atkins (Parent of a Beginner)
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Since our son joined the DOJO 18 months ago, we have seen a vast improvement in his ability to concentrate at school, and his social interactions with other children. He loves Karate, and is very focused on achieving his goal of becoming a black belt.
Karate has given him the drive to suceed, not only at the DOJO, but in everything that he tries to do.
Sensei Ansari's coaching methods are fantastic, making the children feel happy in their enviroment, whilst making sure that they understand rules and discipline.
Tracy & Jonathan Maughan (Parents of a 4th Kyu)
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On a busy night, you should feel the atmosphere! it's awesome! What a great way to make new friends and keep in shape." keep up the great work Sensei !
Ash (2nd Kyu)
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My son joined the Rochdale Dojo (Doryoku Karate) Club and I was so impressed with the professionalism and range of the coaching as well as the family atmosphere that I joined myself. Sensei Ansari understands the art of coaching and in particular how to give a training session that is suitable for students of differing capabilities, both karate and fitness, and educates both children and adults alike.
Being a member it is easy to understand how various people gain different qualities from attending the club and the supportive environment from both coaches and members. Since joining, my sons attention and control have improved dramatically via something he genuinely enjoys.
I would and do recommend the club for everyone and as a family activity.
Dave Elsworth (7th Kyu parent)
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The classes not only teach him Respect, Self-defence techniques and Self-belief, but they are delivered in a friendly, focussed manner with appropriate amount of fun thrown in too!
We would recommend joining to anyone as it is adding physical activity, self-defence + self-confidence to our son, whilst also allowing him to meet more friends
Warren Lomax (father)