JKA of San Francisco Bay

JKA of San Francisco Bay is a traditional Shotokan karate school in Berkeley, California. They teach classical karate-do to adults and teenagers aged 12 and up, focusing on self-defense, personal development, and the spirit of Japanese budo. The school is led by T.J. Stiles, a 6th Dan instructor with 45 years of experience. Classes cover basics, formal exercises, and controlled sparring. Beginners start at the beginning of each calendar month. The dojo is affiliated with the Japan Karate Association and Shotokan Karate-Do International, emphasizing karate as a lifelong path.