January 6, 2025

East West Karate Alternative

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Instructor leading a traditional karate class at Port Credit Academy of Martial Arts

East West Karate and Fitness teaches Okinawan karate across Mississauga and Oakville. If you want a traditional Okinawan dojo that is right in Port Credit, Port Credit Academy of Martial Arts is at 108 Lakeshore Road East and has taught here since 1986. We teach Goju Ryu Karate Do under Hanshi Christopher Doyle, a 9th degree black belt, with a full team of senior instructors. Kids start as young as 3, adults can train karate, Tai Chi, or Kardio Kicks, and your first class is free.

Why Port Credit families train with us

  • We are in the heart of Port Credit at 108 Lakeshore Road East.
  • We have taught traditional Okinawan karate here since 1986.
  • We teach Goju Ryu Karate Do, including traditional weapons training for students who want it.
  • Adults can add Tai Chi for a calmer practice or Kardio Kicks fitness kickboxing for a workout.
  • Every new student gets a free class before signing up.

East West Karate vs Port Credit Academy of Martial Arts: Comparison

Both schools teach traditional Okinawan karate, so here is an honest side by side.

Details about the other school come from its public website as of early 2025 and can change. Please confirm directly before deciding.
FeatureEast West Karate & FitnessPort Credit Academy of Martial Arts
Service areaMississauga and Oakville108 Lakeshore Road East, in the heart of Port Credit
Teaching in the area sinceNot listed1986
Main stylesOkinawan karate and kobudo weaponsGoju Ryu Karate, weapons training, Tai Chi, Kardio Kicks fitness kickboxing
Youngest start age3 years3 years, in the Juniors program
Head instructorNot listedHanshi Christopher Doyle, 9th degree black belt, 450+ black belts graded
Free first classNot listed, ask the school directlyYes, a free class for every new student

Both academies value traditional Okinawan karate. The clearest difference is location and history. We are a Port Credit dojo with a teaching team that has been on the mat here since 1986, plus adult Tai Chi and Kardio Kicks for students who want more than karate alone.

Yes. We are a traditional Okinawan Goju Ryu dojo in the heart of Port Credit at 108 Lakeshore Road East, teaching since 1986. We are a good fit for families near Port Credit who want a long established local school with a free first class.

Yes. Alongside Goju Ryu karate, we offer traditional weapons training for students who want to add it to their practice.

Yes. New students can try a class for free before signing up, which is the best way to meet the instructors and see the dojo.

Try a class for free

Come train at a traditional dojo in Port Credit. Claim your free class or call 905-278-7234 and we will help you get started.