Shotokan Tiger and Great Wave Ukiyo-e Arashi-Do Milan

Traditional Shotokan Karate
in the heart of Milan.

Strengthen your body, sharpen your mind, and cultivate self-mastery. In our historic dojo on Viale Lazio 19, we pass down the authentic spirit of Japanese Budo for children, youth, and adults.

FIKTA Affiliated

Italian Traditional Karate Federation

Sensei G. Campanale

Decades of martial arts instruction

All Skill Levels

From absolute beginners to black belts

A Martial Pathway for Every Age & Goal

From developmental karate for children to rigorous traditional Shotokan for teenagers, adults, and black belts. Experience martial arts that elevate your daily life.

Children Karate Classes Milan Arashi-Do Kids & Youth (Ages 5 - 14)

Play-Karate & Motor Basics

Harmonious development of agility and posture, learning mutual respect, classroom concentration, and positive anti-bullying resilience.

  • Coordination, balance, and spatial awareness
  • Dojo manners, discipline, and healthy confidence
  • Official FIKTA belt examinations
Adult Karate Shotokan Milan Arashi-Do Teens & Adults (15+ Years)

Traditional Shotokan Karate

From absolute beginners with no prior martial experience to advanced Dan ranks studying Kihon, Kata, and Kumite. Strength, flexibility, and centering.

  • Full-body conditioning and core toning
  • Biomechanics of striking and defensive blocking
  • Stress relief and mental tranquility
Practical Self-Defense Milan Arashi-Do Practical & Applied Budo

Self-Defense & Applied Budo

Situational awareness, conflict de-escalation, rapid reaction under sudden threat, and close-quarters martial tactics without theatrical gimmicks.

  • Environmental awareness and escape routes
  • Joint locks, wrist releases, and vital strikes
  • Open to men and women of all physical fitness levels

The Four Pillars of Arashi-Do Milan

Karate is more than physical fitness: it is a lifelong path of self-improvement (Do) rooted in authentic Japanese Budo virtues.

Rei (Respect & Courtesy)

«Karate begins and ends with respect». Humility and genuine honor towards instructors, training partners, and oneself both inside and outside the dojo.

Nin (Perseverance & Discipline)

The grit to overcome personal limitations one day at a time. Steady dedication shapes an unbreakable spirit capable of meeting life's challenges.

Ki (Coordination & Energy)

Synchronizing breath, posture, and focused mental intent. The explosive speed of a martial strike emerges from an aligned and relaxed core.

Kokoro (Inner Calm & Balance)

Emotional mastery under stress. Like calm water reflecting the moon, a focused mind perceives reality clearly without fear or sudden agitation.

Sensei Gerardo Campanale Milan Karate
Technical Director
Sensei Gerardo Campanale

Under the Guidance of Sensei Gerardo Campanale

Certified by the Italian Traditional Karate Federation (FIKTA)

Led by Sensei Gerardo Campanale, Arashi-Do Milan preserves traditional Shotokan Karate adhering to the strict technical legacy of the Japanese masters. We don't believe in shortcuts: we guide every student along a steady, safe, and exhilarating journey of mental clarity and physical precision.

✓ FIKTA Federal Black Belt ✓ Certified Youth Martial Educator ✓ Self-Defense & Budo Specialist ✓ 30+ Years Serving Milan Community
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Location & Public Transit

Our dojo is situated on Viale Lazio 19, 20135 Milan. Easily accessible from any corner of the city via metro, tram, and bus lines.

Arashi-Do Milan Karate

Viale Lazio 19, 20135 Milan, Italy

Porta Romana / Piazza Medaglie d'Oro / Lodi TIBB District

M3
Metro Yellow Line M3

Stops: Porta Romana (5-min walk) or Lodi TIBB.

TRAM
Tram Lines 9 & 16

Direct stops along Viale Monte Nero / Viale Lazio.

BUS
Circular & City Buses

Bus routes 90, 91, 92 and urban route 62.

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Your First Trial Lesson is Completely Free.

No obligation: come try a class, meet Sensei Campanale, and experience our dojo's vibrant martial energy. All you need is a T-shirt and sweatpants.