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Shinkyokushin Karate

Train full-contact Shinkyokushin Karate with black belt instructors following clear WKO Japan standards.

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Before you begin

Ages

Ages 7–60

Schedule

Friday from 19:00

Fees

THB 800–1,000 / month

Experience

Beginners welcome

Format

Group / Private

Location

Lat Phrao 101, Bangkok

What this course develops

A short answer for people who want to learn Shinkyokushin Karate

Shinkyokushin Karate at IMAC Dojo is Full Contact Kyokushin Karate training that covers Kihon, Ido Geiko, Kata, and Kumite to develop strength, discipline, focus, confidence, and self-defense ability.

It is suitable for children, teenagers, adults, and beginners who want serious, safe, structured karate training under a black belt instructor team.

Who it is for

Children age 7+TeenagersAdultsBeginnersGrading students

What students gain from Shinkyokushin Karate

  • 01Kihon basics
  • 02Kata
  • 03Kumite
  • 04Discipline
  • 05Strength

Schedule & Pricing

Shinkyokushin Karate Schedule and Fees

Last updated 14 July 2026

Karate Core Class

Friday 19:00 - 20:30

1,000 THB/month

Group class covering Kihon, Kata, and Kumite fundamentals.

Karate Kata Class

Friday 20:45 - 21:45

800 THB/month

Group class schedule.

Private Class

Monday - Thursday, 14:00 - 21:00

800 THB/hour/person

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KARATE GI

Shinkyokushin Karate Gi Cost

Prices are shown by gi type and height range so students can choose training wear before starting class.

Chinese-grade karate practice gi with dojo Flex logo + dojo T-shirt

  • Height 130 - 140 cm: 1,600 THB
  • Height 150 - 190 cm: 1,800 THB

Japanese Shinkyokushin Karate gi + dojo T-shirt

  • Height 150 - 190 cm: 4,500 THB

Course Detail

Course Overview

Full Contact Kyokushin Karate

This course emphasizes real training, practical use, and safety. It covers fundamentals, movement, kata, and fighting practice to develop the body, discipline, and confidence.

  • Kihon: basic punches, kicks, and blocks
  • Kata: forms and movement structure
  • Kumite: practical fighting application with clear standards

Shinkyokushinkai Karate Thailand Program

Shinkyokushin Karate at IMAC Dojo develops students through fundamentals, fighting, kata, applied movement, physical conditioning, and grading preparation to build strength, accuracy, discipline, and mental stability.

  • Train in a full-contact system focused on safe practical application
  • Guided by a black belt instructor team and WKO-standard training direction
  • Suitable for children, teenagers, adults, and students who want to build confidence
  • Supports training for health, self-defense, and grading preparation

Karate Core Class

The core class builds correct karate fundamentals from stances, striking, movement, breath control, and distance management, giving students a stable training structure before moving to higher levels.

  • Kihon: basic punches, blocks, kicks, and stances
  • Ido Geiko: moving while applying techniques
  • Kata: form training for structure, focus, and rhythm
  • Kumite: controlled fighting practice according to each student's level

Training Goals

Training does not stop at sport. It develops discipline, endurance, body control, pressure management, and a more stable mind.

  • Children: build discipline, courage, focus, and reduce bullying risk
  • Working adults: build core body strength, reduce office syndrome issues, and improve physical strength
  • Adults: restore health, improve movement, and increase readiness for self-defense

WKO Authority and Dojo Standard

IMAC Dojo teaches Shinkyokushin Karate through a clear dojo standard connected to the WKO Shinkyokushinkai direction.

Students do not only copy movements; they learn why each stance, strike, block, and movement pattern matters.

The course supports regular training, grading preparation, and long-term growth for children and adults.

Clear standards help students understand what to improve before they move into higher levels.

  • WKO Shinkyokushinkai training direction
  • Black-belt instructor supervision
  • Consistent grading awareness

Kyokushin Spirit and Training Mindset

Kyokushin Karate is known for honest effort, strong spirit, respect, and perseverance.

In class, students learn to handle pressure without losing discipline or control.

The training develops courage and humility together, because strength must be guided by respect.

This mindset is especially helpful for children who need confidence and adults who want a disciplined training routine.

  • Respect before and after training
  • Effort through repetition
  • Self-control under pressure

Kihon: Core Fundamentals

Kihon is the technical foundation of Shinkyokushin Karate.

Students repeat stances, punches, blocks, kicks, and strikes so the body learns correct structure.

The goal is not speed at the beginning; the goal is clean posture, stable balance, and accurate direction.

When Kihon becomes strong, Kata, movement, and Kumite become safer and clearer.

  • Stances such as Heiko Dachi, Zenkutsu Dachi, Kokutsu Dachi, and Kiba Dachi
  • Punches, blocks, kicks, elbows, and hand strikes
  • Balance, alignment, breathing, and guard position

Breathing and Body Control

Breathing practice helps students connect posture, power, focus, and calmness.

Sanchin-style breathing and controlled movement teach students to stabilize the body from the inside.

This is useful for Kata, Kumite, conditioning, and daily confidence.

Children learn focus; adults learn to move with less unnecessary tension.

  • Control breath during movement
  • Connect core, posture, and focus
  • Reduce unnecessary tension

Kumite: Controlled Full-Contact Practice

Kumite is introduced according to age, experience, and readiness.

Students first learn distance, guard, timing, safe contact, and clear rules.

The purpose is to become brave and controlled, not reckless.

As students progress, Kumite helps them understand practical application and pressure management.

  • Yakusoku Kumite for structured partner practice
  • Jiyu Kumite for freer application
  • Safety rules and protective equipment

Conditioning and Physical Development

Conditioning builds strength, endurance, flexibility, speed, and resilience.

The work may include kicking drills, punching practice, core training, partner drills, and impact awareness.

The level is adjusted so beginners can train safely while experienced students still progress.

For working adults, this also supports posture, mobility, and regular exercise habits.

  • Strength and endurance
  • Flexibility and mobility
  • Impact awareness and recovery

Kata: Forms and Technical Memory

Kata trains accuracy, timing, breathing, rhythm, and mental focus.

Students learn that Kata is not only choreography; it contains direction, balance, and fighting logic.

Beginners start with simpler forms before progressing to Pinan and higher-level Kata.

Kata practice supports grading, discipline, memory, and better movement quality.

  • Taikyoku and Pinan forms
  • Sanchin, Gekisai, Tensho, Saiha, Seienchin, and advanced Kata
  • Form, rhythm, focus, and breathing

Ido Geiko: Moving Fundamentals

Ido Geiko connects Kihon to movement.

Students practice techniques while stepping, turning, changing direction, and keeping balance.

This makes the body more coordinated and prepares students for Kata and Kumite.

It also teaches how to protect posture while moving under pressure.

  • Move with basic techniques
  • Control direction changes
  • Keep balance and guard while stepping

Grading Path: Kyu and Dan

The belt system gives students a visible learning path from beginner levels toward black belt development.

Kyu levels organize the fundamentals before Dan-level training.

Students prepare through class attendance, Kata practice, Kumite readiness, etiquette, and instructor assessment.

The goal is steady progress, not rushing the belt.

  • Kyu 10 to Kyu 1 foundation and intermediate development
  • Dan 1 and beyond for deeper responsibility
  • Training frequency and readiness matter before grading

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Direction

Getting to IMAC Dojo

Near Lat Phrao 101PokaewBangkapiRamkhamhaeng
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FAQ

Shinkyokushin Karate Thailand questions

What is Shinkyokushinkai Karate?
Short answer: Shinkyokushinkai Karate is a Full Contact Kyokushin Karate style that trains Kihon, Ido Geiko, Kata, Kumite, discipline, physical strength, and mental resilience.
Can beginners who have never learned karate before join?
Short answer: Yes. Beginners start with basic etiquette, stance, movement, punches, blocks, kicks, and safe training habits before progressing to harder practice.
What do students learn in the Shinkyokushinkai Karate program?
Short answer: Students learn Kihon, Ido Geiko, Kata, Kumite, conditioning, discipline, self-control, grading preparation, and practical self-defense awareness.
What criteria are used for Shinkyokushinkai Karate grading?
Short answer: Grading follows structured Shinkyokushin Karate standards including technique accuracy, movement, Kata, Kumite readiness, discipline, spirit, and consistency.
Who is Mas Oyama, and how is he related to Shinkyokushinkai Karate?
Short answer: Mas Oyama is the founder of Kyokushin Karate. Shinkyokushinkai continues the Full Contact Karate spirit and training foundation that came from his system.
What is good about learning Karate at IMAC Dojo?
Short answer: IMAC Dojo offers structured Shinkyokushin Karate Thailand training, a team of six black belt instructors, clear progression, and a safe learning environment in Bangkok.
What is the main philosophy of Shinkyokushinkai?
Short answer: The core philosophy of Shinkyokushinkai is Master our Mind: refining the mind so it becomes strong and balanced.

Details

The idea is that a strong mind leads to gentleness, and a gentle heart leads to true strength, held together by the belief that a clear mind belongs in a strong, healthy body. Training therefore develops character, discipline, and respect alongside physical skill.

What does the Shinkyokushin Karate symbol mean?
Short answer: The Shinkyokushin symbol comes from the kanji Kokoro, meaning heart or mind, and expresses the union of spirit, technique, and body.

Details

It is based on the character Kokoro and represents Shin-Gi-Tai, the fusion of spirit, technique, and body into one, which is the heart of Shinkyokushin Karate training.

How does IMAC Dojo structure Shinkyokushinkai Karate training?
Short answer: IMAC Dojo trains students to become capable young people, to contribute to society, and to gain an international outlook.

Details

Shinkyokushinkai Karate training at IMAC Dojo develops students in body, mind, discipline, and attitude. The three core policies are Nurturing Youth, Social Contribution, and International Exchange, so that what students gain in the dojo can be applied in real life and in the community. Training itself begins with fundamentals, then develops movement, Kata, partner practice, Kumite, conditioning, etiquette, and grading preparation.

Where can I watch examples of Shinkyokushin Karate demonstrations?
Short answer: You can watch a Shinkyokushin Thailand demonstration filmed at JAPAN EXPO on YouTube.

Details

The demonstration by Shinkyokushin Thailand at JAPAN EXPO, Central World, is available on YouTube at https://youtu.be/dJRXoi0J8p4 and gives a clear view of the training, movement, technique, and atmosphere of Shinkyokushin Karate.

If I want to learn Kyokushin Karate in Thailand, where should I start?
Short answer: Start by choosing a school with clear standards, experienced instructors, safe beginner training, and a connection to recognized Shinkyokushin Karate practice.
Is there Kyokushin Karate in Bangkok for beginners?
Short answer: Yes. IMAC Dojo teaches Shinkyokushin Karate in Bangkok near Lat Phrao 101, Bangkapi, and Ramkhamhaeng for beginners and continuing students.
Is IMAC Dojo suitable for people who have never trained karate before?
Short answer: Yes. IMAC Dojo starts with basic movement, safety, etiquette, and fundamentals before students progress to more intense training.
Does IMAC Dojo offer Kyokushin Karate for serious training?
Short answer: Yes. Students who want serious training can develop Kihon, Kata, Kumite, conditioning, grading goals, and long-term Shinkyokushin Karate practice.
What is the strength of learning Kyokushin Karate at IMAC Dojo?
Short answer: The strengths are structured training, experienced instructors, Full Contact Karate standards, a supportive dojo culture, and clear grading progression.
What should I look for if I want quality Kyokushin Karate training?
Short answer: Look for qualified instructors, safe fundamentals, clear class structure, respectful training culture, suitable progression, and consistent grading standards.
What do students learn in Kyokushin Karate at IMAC Dojo?
Short answer: Students learn Kihon, Ido Geiko, Kata, Kumite, conditioning, etiquette, discipline, grading preparation, and practical self-defense awareness.
Can adults start Kyokushin Karate at IMAC Dojo?
Short answer: Yes. Adults can start as beginners and progress at a pace that matches their fitness, goals, and training consistency.
Can children or teenagers learn Kyokushin Karate at IMAC Dojo?
Short answer: Yes. Children and teenagers can train when they can follow class rules and practice safely under instructor supervision.
Does IMAC Dojo teach Kyokushin Karate step by step?
Short answer: Yes. The class is structured from basic techniques to movement, Kata, Kumite, grading preparation, and higher-level development.
Is IMAC Dojo suitable if I want karate for health?
Short answer: Yes. Karate training helps improve strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, confidence, focus, and discipline.
What kind of karate should I choose for self-defense?
Short answer: Choose a structured karate class that teaches fundamentals, body control, distance, timing, discipline, and practical self-defense awareness safely.
Can I choose a group or private Karate class?
Short answer: Yes. Group classes support regular practice with a dojo community, while private classes can focus on individual goals such as starting foundations, technique correction, or grading preparation. Contact IMAC DOJO on LINE to discuss the suitable option.
How is contact training managed for beginners?
Short answer: Beginners do not need to begin with hard contact. Instructors build posture, technique, control, and partner awareness first, then adjust contact and drills to the learner's readiness and the safety of both training partners.
How do I ask about joining a Karate class?
Short answer: Send IMAC DOJO a LINE message with the learner's age, prior experience, preferred day, and goal. The team can explain the current class options and help identify a suitable first step.
Is Shinkyokushin Karate suitable for women?
Short answer: Yes. Women can begin from the same structured fundamentals, with drills and training intensity adapted to individual experience, physical readiness, and goals. The emphasis remains technique, control, confidence, and safe partner practice.
How are classes adjusted for children, teenagers, and adults?
Short answer: Instructors consider age, size, experience, attention, and physical readiness when choosing drills, partners, pace, and contact level. The objective is steady development with clear safety and dojo rules for every learner.
Does Full Contact Karate mean hard sparring from the first class?
Short answer: No. Full Contact describes the Karate tradition, not a requirement to spar hard on day one. Students first build reliable basics and control, then progress to suitable partner practice under instructor supervision.

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Shinkyokushinkai Bangkok and Kyokushin Karate near Lat Phrao 101

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