January 13, 2025

Mississauga Karate Alternative

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Young karate students practising in class at Port Credit Academy of Martial Arts

If you searched for Mississauga karate, you have a lot of schools to choose from. Port Credit Academy of Martial Arts is the dojo in the heart of Port Credit, at 108 Lakeshore Road East, and we have taught traditional Goju Ryu karate since 1986. Classes are led by Hanshi Christopher Doyle, a 9th degree black belt who has graded more than 450 black belts, 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 right in Port Credit, an easy trip for families along the lake.
  • We have taught here since 1986, with instructors who have decades on the mat.
  • We teach traditional Okinawan Goju Ryu Karate Do, with clear belt milestones for kids and adults.
  • 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.

Mississauga Karate vs Port Credit Academy of Martial Arts: Comparison

Here is a side by side look at the points families ask about most.

Details about the other school come from its public website as of early 2025 and can change. Please confirm directly before deciding.
FeatureMississauga KaratePort Credit Academy of Martial Arts
Location1020 Brevik Place, east Mississauga108 Lakeshore Road East, in the heart of Port Credit
Teaching in the area sinceNot listed1986
Main stylesKarate, Jiu Jitsu, boxingTraditional Goju Ryu Karate, 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
Adult options beyond karateJiu Jitsu, boxingTai Chi and Kardio Kicks fitness kickboxing

The right school often comes down to location, style, and the instructors. We are a traditional Goju Ryu dojo in Port Credit, which means a short trip for families near the lake and a teaching team that has been here for decades.

Yes. We are a traditional Goju Ryu dojo in the heart of Port Credit at 108 Lakeshore Road East, teaching since 1986. Families who search for karate in Mississauga often choose us because we are long established, close to Port Credit, and offer a free first class.

Kids can begin in our Juniors program at age 3, the Kids program runs from 5 to 12, and Karate, Tai Chi, and Kardio Kicks are open to teens and adults.

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

Visit our Port Credit dojo and see how we train. Claim your free class or call 905-278-7234 and we will get you started.