The Dojo
The Kildonan Karate Dojo began in 2009 at the Bronx Park Community Centre. In 2013 we moved into our own beautiful stand-alone facility at 1115 Henderson Highway. The Dojo was built to provide a very special place in the community where students can come to practice karate. It is often said that it is the instructor’s role to inspire students, but its s most often the other way around. We strived to make the Dojo as traditional as possible to give that ‘true karate feel’, and our Dojo has become a very special place to train with a great spirit!
Mission Statement
As a proud member of the World Traditional Karate Organization, our goal is to provide a safe, respectful learning environment to allow students to take their karate to the highest level possible. In pursuit of that high level of karate, the students will develop confidence and cultivate a more refined character that will carry over to their everyday lives.Instructor
Sensei Steve Burch is the head instructor at Kildonan Karate Club and currently holds a second degree black belt. Sensei Steve has been training in karate since 1997 and teaching karate for many years.
Message from Sensei Steve
My motivation to learn, to teach and to promote karate has never been greater- karate is my passion! In the past several years I have traveled a lot to try and experience a diverse range of the teachings of karate instructors. I have trained under the best instructors I could find and will always continue to do so. I will always push myself to be a better teacher, student and person. Karate is not just in the class setting, but a way of life. For the students I believe in not just teaching a skill, but also coaching, inspiring and empowering them.more...See more text
