Northern Karate Schools

1. Too many students attending same class that there's no space to practice Kata properly 2. Instructors teach us same thing differently. Every time they say this is the correct method 3. Restrooms are often in a bad shape 4. Some black belt instructors can't even run (too old), others with huge bellies (like pregnant) 5. Instructors keep wandering around, and then adjust my extended hand, in a punch, few millimeters downward (seriously!?)
8 years ago (09-10-2017)

I'm replying to a review posted by Stay Close. Fyi, I'm not an employee of NKS Don Mills. Like you I'm a student and a volunteer of the Dojo. 1.) Too many students attending the same class, there is no space to practice Kata properly. Space at the dojo has never been an issue to practice kata. I've always find ways to practice before or after my class. Besides, you should also be practicing at home. 2.) Instructors teaching you the same thing differently. Are you interpreting this differently? In what way are they teaching it differently? During my BBM years, I would attend different class with different teachers. I try to understand their approach and incorporate it with my training. I never interpreted it as them teaching differently. None of them have ever said that this is the correct method. 3.) Restrooms are often in bad shape. Please tell me instances that they were in bad shape. The only time that restrooms had an issue was due to the entire complex issue last couple of months. 4.) Some black belt instructors can't even run, too old, huge bellies. Did you even realize why they can't run? Karate is not about running. Too old? Huge bellies? When did it become a requirement that Karate is only for young and skinny people. Did you know that our oldest member at this location is over 85 yrs old and a 3rd degree (Sandan) black belt? 5.) Instructors keep wandering around and adjust your extended hand in a punch. Instructors move around to check/correct every student. If it came to a point that they are correcting your punch, then maybe you have not improved the way you are punching. Try to ask yourself. What you need to do to improve your skill set. Learning is a two way process. Instructors are there to guide/show students. Students have to exert their effort and follow what they have been taught. By the way, the next time you do a review, I suggest you sign/type your name so your issues can be properly addressed by the administrators. I also suggest that you assess your goals as to why you joined NKS? Maybe you are here for the wrong reason. Otherwise, approach the administrators about your concerns instead of bashing NKS that has been in existence for over 40 years.
8 years ago (09-11-2017)

I trained here for a while. trainers lack leadership and motivation skills
8 years ago (02-11-2017)

Great place to learn karate
8 years ago (26-12-2017)

Fantastic training environment. Really enjoy attending the classes. People are very respectful and supportive during training. I would recommend anyone joining the Karate programs from novice all the way to advanced. Os!!
9 years ago (03-10-2016)