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December 2023 by Shannon HZ Veltman
I cannot say enough amazing things about this dojo. Sensei Veronica is AMAZING with kids! They have a variety of classes from young kids to adults. She is flexible with scheduling and has a ton of fun add on clinics, classes, celebrations to keep it interesting! I am forever grateful that such a gem is right in my neighborhood!
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November 2023 by Leah White
Gosh we just love this place so much. My spirited 6 year old has progressed so much in such a short period and it’s had a positive impact of our lives in so many ways. We’re incredibly thankful for Midwest Shotokan Karate Fitness!!
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November 2023 by Robert Rognstad
Updated review! It's been 9 years and the instructors are still fantastic! The facilities are great. Great for kids and adults of all ages in the northwest suburbs. Whether you live in Arlington Heights, Mount Prospect, Palatine, Des Plaines, Prospect Heights, Wheeling or even Chicago this is where you should consider immersing yourself in traditional Shotokan style Karate.
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March 2023 by Xiaoyan Anderson
Sensei Veronica is professional, creative and so talented that she has a unique way of communicating with kids. My kid attended her class since he was three. We moved away since last year but still come back from time to time for special events. Highly recommended!
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December 2022 by Monica Federer
We have done many extracurricular activities, but my son has gotten the most out of karate at Midwest Shotokan. He has developed increased strength, focus, discipline, coordination and self confidence in the one year he has participated. This is largely due to the skill and dedication of sensei Veronica. She does an incredible job of motivating and inspiring the kids to do their best. The students learn many skills, but she also incorporates some strategic games and a weekly raffle as well tournaments, camps and open house demonstrations. We've been incredibly impressed, and I highly recommend Midwest Shotokan karate!
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December 2022 by A S
The best martial arts studio in greater Chicago area. It offers practice of not only karate or yoga, but also jujitsu, kobudo, and iadido. Most instructors practiced in japan or okinawa on a regular basis, or are former martial arts competitors.
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February 2022 by Stacey White
My 6 year old son takes karate here, and he loves it so much! The classes are amazing, and all the kids really respond to the instruction. It’s always a lot of fun, and my son has gained a ton of confidence through the program. I recommend this dojo to all my son’s friends. It really is a great karate program, and I’m so happy someone else recommended it.
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February 2022 by Veronica Biazo
My boys have been attending classes here with Sensei Veronica for several years. My high schooler achieved his first level of black belt 2 years ago and his brother will be there within another couple of years too. Sensei Veronica is wonderful with kids of all ages and adults too. Her classes are engaging, challenging and fun. When the pandemic hit, she was able to pivot quickly and offer outside and online classes as alternatives and now back to in-person classes with safety measures in place. Highly recommend her and her dojo for anyone looking for a great place for their children to learn karate.
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February 2022 by Jill Powers
I have watched Sensei Veronica work with kids and young adults for over 4 years now and I am always impressed. She not only teaches the kids but also helps them learn how to focus, follow multi step instructions and "make good choices that karate people do!" It is wonderful for my daughter and she loves it. She works hard and thinks it is so much fun. Sensei has give my daughter "a bucket list" as she wants to work hard to be a black belt someday. I couldn't recommend this dojo more!
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February 2022 by Krishna Cherukuri
'Sensei Veronica is literally the greatest karate teacher ever'. My kids are the biggest fans of this dojo. Highly _highly_ recommended!!
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January 2022 by Julie Rognstad
We love Midwest Shotokan Karate! Sensei Veronica is wonderful with the students. She's especially great with my daughter with ADHD. She is kind, patient, and truly cares about teaching kids karate!
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December 2021 by Jenny Apfel Sielemann
I highly recommend this Dojo to anyone that wants an amazing experience in Shotokan Karate. My son has been attending this Dojo since he was in Kindergarten. He is currently in Seventh Grade. My son's goal is
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December 2021 by Mary Jo Zervas
My 6 year old son started at the dojo a little over a year ago. He’s loving it! Sensei Veronica is wonderful with the students and learning karate has certainly helped my son gain confidence in himself. After seeing him have so much fun, I decided to join the adult class! It has been very fulfilling having karate to share with him.
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July 2021 by Lonnie Kirchner
Well maintained/ clean gym (staff is always walking around cleaning /disinfecting equipment) My sibling and I signed up without any issues.
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May 2021 by Camille Wheeler
My boys have been attending this dojo for years. They both love the dojo, the classes, the respect for the art of karate and especially, Sensei Veronica. This is the only activity they have stuck with this long and look forward to their classes each week. Great, welcoming atmosphere and amazing to watch the kids progress.
