Google Reviews

Google rating: 5 stars.

As a student of Bushido Karate Shotokan and as a parent of a student as well, I can honestly say that there is no better martial arts instruction to be had in the Triangle. I have trained with a number of instructors and Rodriguez Sensei is outstanding. He is a natural teacher, who is able to break complicated skills into manageable pieces for children as young as 4 who learn and progress. He is not a belt factory, he will not test a student who has not met his criteria for skills, dedication, discipline and behavior both at home and at school for children. I strongly recommend that anyone who is interested in pursuing martial arts training check out BKS, you won't be disappointed!

Google rating: 5 stars.

Bushido is hands down the best dojo I've been to. It's great fun to practice there and the instructors all know their stuff and the members friendly and welcoming. The dojo itself is pretty nice, nicely furnished with plenty of mat space and mirrors, plus equipment to help train. They also have Judo classes and from time to time they bring in outside instructors for seminars. The membership fee is also quite reasonable and there are no seedy contracts to sign like other less reputable places.

Google rating: 5 stars.

I have never written a review so I have no idea of the appropriate etiquette of a review.

I find all are welcome at this dojo (young to old; people who do this for exercise to national level competitors). If you are serious about learning Shotokan karate and live in Raleigh this is definitely a school to check out.

Google rating: 5 stars.

This is the best martial art school ever, I've tried several schools where the instructors couldn't reach my expectations. I'm glad finally I found Bushido Karate Shotokan and Sensei Juan Manuel Rodriguez. Also great prices and I'll take Judo soon!

Google rating: 5 stars.

I love to see my nephew brian and my niece kaylee faces when they enter to karate class because they get excited because they know that every single time they have different training and they love to learn different things. This is a good and peaceful place to have my two little angel. The teacher is really nice and friendly to everyone..

Google rating: 5 stars.

Estoy muy contenta porque mis ninos han aprendido mucho y a ellos les encanta las clases de Karate. Mis hijos han estado entrenando Tae Kwon Do por 12 meses y se nota la diferencias con estas clases. El Sensei Rodriguez, nos brinda la mejor atencion y hace muchas cosas por la comunidad.

Google rating: 5 stars.

Sensei Juan does an amazing job with the kids. Very disciplined and encouraging. I wasn't sure when we would find an activity my son would stick with and glad we settled on this one.

Google rating: 5 stars.

My son participated in another dojo before we joined Bushido Karate Shotokan. We were not happy with the progress he was making. Now that we have joined this dojo, my son is happy to come to class. He has learned more as a white belt here than as an orange belt at the other place. The Sensei at Bushido Karate Shotokan takes pride in all of his students and wants the best for them. When you arrive, you are greeted with a smile. The dojo has a warm atmosphere and the kids who participate treat each other like family. I am proud to be apart of such a wonderful dojo!

Google rating: 5 stars.

This is a fantastic Dojo. We took my son here for a weekend training. My son loved the teachers and is always asking to go back. The teachers took time for him and cared about him as much as all the other students. We can't wait to go back!

Google rating: 5 stars.

If you are interested in taking karate and you're confused about where to start, look no further than Sensei Juan Rodriguez and Bushido Karate Shotokan. There is no need to waste your time and money going anywhere else. You will not have a better experience. My son has taken karate since he was 4 at 2 other places before taking with Sensei Rodriguez. Every lesson was the same - the same punches, blocks, kicks, over and over. One of the places actually thought it was a good idea to have participants learn kata on their own. How does a 5-year-old look at instructions with pictures or even a video to teach themselves kata? We weren't getting anything out of it but boredom, a lot of begging to quit, wasted time, and empty pockets. Then, we found Sensei Rodriguez and everything changed. He takes the care to get to know each student, each family, and knows what each student needs. His manner of teaching gets results. The instruction my son has received at Bushido Karate has helped him focus better in other areas of his life. My son and husband have been taking for several years now and it has become an integral part of our lives. If you are interested in karate, come down and talk to Sensei. You will not be disappointed.