Regular Practice
Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30pm to 8:00pm.
Shotokan Karate · Skaha · Penticton
Traditional Shotokan Karate in Penticton, BC
Traditional Shotokan karate classes in Penticton for beginners, students age 13 and older, adults, and returning students. Practice emphasizes fundamentals, discipline, fitness, focus, respect, and steady progress through regular training.
September Registration
Gearing Up for September Training
Regular practices are currently winding down for the season, and September registration is open now. New and returning students can contact Kurt anytime to ask about starting in September, current class availability, trial classes, fees, and the best way to begin.
Students 13+
Classes are generally for students age 13 and older, or with instructor permission.
Contact First
Trial classes, drop-ins, payment methods, and September registration should be confirmed with Kurt before attending.
Traditional Karate
What Is Shotokan Karate?
Karate means “empty hand.” In traditional karate-do, training is more than self-defence or exercise alone. It is a disciplined Japanese martial art that develops coordination, focus, respect, and steady improvement through repeated study of fundamental technique.
For people looking for Shotokan karate classes in Penticton, or traditional martial arts training in the South Okanagan, practice begins with the basics and develops over time. Beginners, teens, adults, and returning students are welcome to ask whether current classes are a good fit.
Learn More About KaratePractice Schedule
Current Class Availability
Regular practice is held twice a week, with additional brown belt and black belt practice on Saturday mornings by instructor direction. New students should contact Kurt before attending so class availability and registration timing can be confirmed.
Tuesday
Regular practice from 6:30pm to 8:00pm.
Thursday
Regular practice from 6:30pm to 8:00pm.
Saturday
Brown belt and black belt practice at 7:30am by instructor direction.
Instructor
Kurt Goessman
Classes are taught by Kurt Goessman, a Sandan who began training in Shotokan karate in 1983 in Kamloops, BC. His instruction focuses on traditional Shotokan practice, including fundamentals, discipline, respect, and steady long-term development.
Sandan means third-degree black belt. In traditional karate, rank reflects years of training, testing, responsibility, and continued practice. It is not treated as an ending point, but as part of an ongoing path of study.
Kurt can answer questions about September registration, current availability, trial classes, student age, fees, payment methods, and Canada Shotokan Karate membership.
Meet the Instructor
Starting Karate
New Students Can Begin With a Simple Question
New students do not need previous karate or martial arts experience. Contact Kurt first with the student’s age, previous experience if any, and what you would like to know. Asking a question does not commit you to registering.
Beginners Welcome
Students are introduced gradually to basic movement, posture, technique, listening, and class etiquette.
Teens and Adults
Classes are generally for students age 13 and older, or with instructor permission.
Trial Classes
Trial classes are arranged by contacting Kurt first so expectations, timing, and class fit can be confirmed.
Ask About Classes
Contact Kurt Before Attending
Contact Kurt before attending so he can confirm current practice details, September registration, trial class options, student age, fees, payment arrangements, and Canada Shotokan Karate membership.
This is the best first step for beginners, returning students, parents or guardians, and visitors interested in traditional Shotokan karate training in Penticton.