Welcome to
Emerald City Karate, Greenwood, Seattle
World class martial arts instruction for children and adults right in your neighborhood!
Kids Karate(Ages 4-6)
Our youngest students experience the martial arts in a “Little Dragons” class where they develop improved listening skills and focus which leads to success at school. A positive self-image and “I can do it” attitude become ingrained while their motor skills progress giving them an athletic edge in other sports.
Youth Karate(Ages 7-12)
Our exciting youth program offers not only an effective self-defense program in a thrilling and extremely fun environment but also a means for character development and discipline. The program improves focus and concentration, instills self-discipline and respect, improves performance in other sports, and develops a positive “I can do it!” attitude.
Teen & Adult Karate
Experience the satisfaction of mastering one’s self through effective self-defense techniques and the life-changing philosophies of Martial Arts. Unlock your limitless potential today!
Special Events
Join us for unforgettable Birthday Parties, our monthly Parents’ Night Out Pizza/Nerf Wars Party, Self-Defense Seminars, and our Incredible Summer Camps! The excitement never stops!
At Emerald City Karate
Where we educate, encourage, and empower
Located in the Greenwood neighborhood of Seattle, Washington, Emerald City Karate is a martial arts school that offers more than just an effective self-defense system. We empower our students to live life at the highest level by encouraging them to discover their own unlimited potential. Our program teaches life skills like leadership, goal setting, self-discipline, and respect to name just a few. We are dedicated to the improvement of the lives of our students and to the improvement of our community.
We offer classes for all ages from four-year-old Children to Adults, in age-specific classes. We specialize in Traditional Karate and Practical Self-Defense. We also offer Spring and Summer Camps, After School Programs, Sparring Classes, Weapons Classes, and Women’s Self-Defense Workshops. Stop by the dojo and we’ll help you live your best life!
We’re looking forward to welcoming you into our Karate Family!
New Student Information
Welcome to Emerald City Karate!
We're excited to welcome you at Emerald City Karate!
How can I start at Emerald City Karate?
Most new students get started with our Two-Week Trial membership.
Our two-week trial membership includes:
- an ECK Dojo T-Shirt
- White Belt
- Two Weeks of Unlimited Training
You can sign up for our two-week trial membership ONLINE. Please click the red button below to learn how to sign up for the two-week trial.
How to Reserve your spots for our Karate Classes:
Is wearing mask required at Emerald City Karate?
Wearing a facemask is optional at Emerald City Karate. If you would like to wear one, please bring your own facemask.
Little Dragons (Ages 4 -6)
- For Little Dragons (Ages 4 – 6), you’re welcome to join our classes anytime.
- All students in our Little Dragons class should be at least 4 years old.
- Parents are welcome to join the class to help support any shy youngsters.
Students 7 & Older
- For students aged 7 & older, we hold belt tests at the end of January, May, and September. The new session starts at the beginning of February, June, and October.
- It’s best to join no later than 2 months before the upcoming belt test. This will help ensure you will be ready to rock during your first belt test! Please email us at emeraldcitykaratestaff@gmail.com for the specific session start date.
- New students age 7 & older will be joining our Beginners – White Belts.
- New students age 12 & older will be joining our Teens & Adults classes (All Ranks).
- If you’re transferring from other dojos or styles of martial arts, we can schedule a private meetup & assessment. Please email us at EmeraldCityKarate@gmail.com for more information.
How to Reserve your spots for our Evening Karate Classes:
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