Welcome to the West Bank Karate Club Website

The West Bank Karate Club is a traditional martial arts dojo (school) that provides quality instruction in a safe yet challenging environment. Classes for adults and teens are offered six days a week in Shotokan Karate, Yoga, Pilates and Self-defense.  Children age 6 to 10 can attend classes four times a week - see adult/youth karate schedules. 

Located in Minneapolis since 1979, the West Bank Karate Club is one of the best established and highly respected Shotokan Karate schools in the United States.   Founder and principle instructor, Sensei Chenault is a full time Martial Artist and has developed a strong following of students devoted to Traditional Karate practice.  We encourage people from all walks of life to participate as often as possible and strive to develop their mental and physical potential. 

"The ultimate aim of the Art of Karate lies not in victory or defeat, but in the perfection of the character of it's participant"

           -a quote from founder Gichen Funakoshi

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