Classes take place every Monday at Viale Lazio 19 (Milan Porta Romana), minutes away from Corso Lodi, Bocconi University, Cadore, and Medaglie d'Oro. Structured into two dedicated sessions to ensure individualized attention from our Technical Board.
Educational play seamlessly integrates with fundamental martial mechanics for kids and teens aged 6 to 14. Building core agility, bilateral coordination, spatial awareness, and quick reflexes. Upholding traditional dojo etiquette translates directly into enhanced focus at school and genuine respect for classmates.
It is never too late to begin martial training. Our adult curriculum welcomes beginners seeking cardiovascular endurance and core strength, as well as experienced martial artists pursuing precision in traditional Shotokan. Training promotes joint mobility and washes away the stresses of modern city life.
A course centered on real-world personal safety and overcoming fear-induced paralysis. We focus on proactive spatial awareness, assertive voice and posture to de-escalate confrontations, and instinctual, direct escape techniques from wrist grabs, choking attempts, or being pinned against a wall. This module will launch in a dedicated weekly slot once the waitlist reaches 5 registered participants.
Classes take place every Monday at our dojo in Viale Lazio 19 (Milan Porta Romana), easily reached via Metro M3 (Porta Romana / Lodi TIBB), Tram 9/16, and Bus 90/91/92 from surrounding university and residential districts.
| Day | Time Slot | Class & Age Group | Faculty |
|---|---|---|---|
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Monday
ACTIVE |
18:30 – 19:30 |
Kids & Youth (Ages 6 – 14) Play-Karate, motor fundamentals & Shotokan basics |
Arashi-Do Technical Faculty |
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Monday
ACTIVE |
19:30 – 20:30 |
Adults & Teens (Ages 14+) Traditional Shotokan Karate (Beginners, Intermediate & Advanced) |
Sensei Campanale, Sensei Chiodarelli, Inst. Forti |
Through September 30, 2026, new students can attend 2 free trial lessons upon reservation to experience two consecutive Mondays before enrolling.
Transparent membership rates with 4-month and annual terms, family and student discounts, including official FIKTA federation registration and sports insurance.
Everything you need to know before stepping into the dojo for your first free trial.
Through September 30, 2026, we offer 2 free trial lessons upon reservation so students, expats, and families can thoroughly evaluate the training, environment, and faculty before committing. Our regular membership fees are transparent (four-month or full-season plans with student and family discounts), fully covering FIKTA federation affiliation and sports liability insurance.
Yes, and it is one of our key strengths. We operate an intensive, high-density instructional formula: Sensei Gerardo Campanale (7th Dan) and federal 5th Dan instructors teach together on the tatami simultaneously. This exceptional instructor-to-student ratio ensures continuous personalized corrections and deep technical focus. It is perfectly sustainable alongside demanding university or professional work weeks in Milan, avoiding dropouts while ensuring steady FIKTA belt grade progression.
You do not need a traditional uniform (karategi) for your first session. Comfortable sports attire such as a breathable T-shirt and track pants/sweatpants is ideal. Please bring clean flip-flops or slippers to move from changing rooms to the mat. We practice barefoot on the tatami.
Yes, absolutely! Traditional Shotokan accommodates all fitness levels and ages. You do not need preexisting flexibility or stamina. Many of our dedicated adult students started with zero background and discovered improved stamina, balance, and stress relief step by step.
For your single free trial lesson, signing our standard on-site liability waiver is sufficient. If you decide to register officially, Italian sports law and FIKTA federation regulations require a non-competitive sports medical certificate with an electrocardiogram (ECG).
Official examinations are held twice annually (winter and summer sessions) following standardized FIKTA criteria. Each belt reflects continuous personal growth, commitment, and technical understanding assessed by the Sensei throughout the year.