Physical Literacy & Fitness
Running, jumping, kicking, punching, striking, blocking, throwing and falling.
TRADITIONAL OKINAWAN KARATE · ETOBICOKE
Strength.
Discipline.
Character.
Traditional karate taught with patience, purpose and respect at Kyobukan — Toronto Jundokan.
鍛錬 · TANREN · DISCIPLINED TRAINING
KYOBUKAN · ETOBICOKE
A dojo built on
tradition.
Karate is more than learning technique. It is the lifelong practice of developing a strong body, a calm mind and good character.
Kyobukan proudly serves the Etobicoke community as Toronto Jundokan, preserving traditional karate through serious, steady training in a welcoming dojo environment.
HOW WE TRAIN →OUR PHILOSOPHY & TRAINING
A complete approach to karate.
Our training develops physical literacy, fitness, technique, application, history and tradition. These are the fundamental concepts and core areas emphasized at Kyobukan.
Kokyu Ho
Proper breathing techniques.
Hojo Undo & Kigu Undo
Supplemental conditioning exercises.
Junbi Undo
Preparation and readiness exercises.
Kihon
Fundamentals and basics: stances, punches, blocks, kicks and strikes.
Kata
Structured solo forms that teach specific offensive and defensive movements.
Kakie
Two-person “sticky hands” tactile sensitivity exercises.
Bunkai Oyo
Two-person practical analysis and application of techniques found within the kata.
Tegumi
A traditional form of wrestling and free fighting from Okinawa.
Rekkishi & Dento
The history and tradition of the martial art.
Makiwara
Traditional striking post used in Okinawan karate to develop precision, proper body alignment, and striking power.
TRAIN WITH PURPOSE
Traditional karate.
For real life.
Training develops coordination, fitness, focus, confidence and perseverance. Students progress through consistent practice rather than shortcuts.
Prior martial arts experience is not required. Prospective students begin with our no-charge two-class audition.
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2001 — 2026
25 years as a Jundokan Shibu Dojo.
In 2026, Kyobukan celebrates 25 years as a Jundokan Shibu Dojo in Etobicoke — a milestone representing decades of dedicated training, teaching and community.
COME TRAIN WITH US →THE DOJO PRINCIPLES
Train the body.
Develop the person.
01 Be humble and polite.
02 Train yourself considering physical strength.
03 Study and contrive seriously.
04 Be calm in mind and swift in action.
05 Take care of yourself.
06 Live a plain and simple life.
07 Do not be too proud of yourself.
08 Continue training with patience and steadiness.
SEMI-PRIVATE DOJO
Membership by audition or referral.
Kyobukan is a semi-private traditional karate dojo. Membership is by audition only, or by referral from a Kyobukan member in good standing.
PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS
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Two-Class Audition
All prospective students must complete a two-class audition before being considered for membership.
There is no charge and no fee for the two audition classes.AGES 8–88
Karate for every generation.
Kyobukan welcomes students from ages 8 to 88. Whether you are beginning karate for the first time or continuing years of training, our dojo emphasizes steady progress, traditional practice and respect.
CHIEF INSTRUCTOR
Ken Jacobs
Kyoshi · 7th Dan
INSTRUCTORS
Leigh Hume · Manan Parikh · Kim Jacobs
Sensei · 4th Dan
ASSISTANT INSTRUCTORS
Alisa (Khan) Parikh · Mike Thompson · Joty Gill · Chun Hon · Sue Soamboonsrup
Sempai
OCCASIONAL INSTRUCTORS
Lauren Jacobs · Bill Hume · Matthew Lam · Kendra Jacobs
Kyobukan is fortunate to have additional experienced instructors who remain active members of our dojo while pursuing university studies. They return to teach and assist with classes as their academic schedules permit.
COME TRAIN WITH US
Your first step
starts here.
Visit Kyobukan in South Etobicoke and experience traditional karate training.
DOJO
222 Islington Ave
Etobicoke, Ontario M8V 3W7
Same unit as New Toronto Academy of Martial Arts
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (416) 717-8455
Ages: 8–88
Location: We are located at the intersection of New Toronto Street and Toffee Court.
Taking the TTC? The dojo is approximately 5 km — about 14 minutes — from Islington Station.
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