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I have known Sensei Johnston of San Juan Shotokan, also know as Shoshin Karate-do of America, for nearly ten years and have been training in karate for nearly 15 years. I have not encountered a better teacher more deserving of a flourishing and vibrant dojo. His level of dedication is evident - he has spent over forty years of his life 100% dedicated to the martial art of Shotokan karate. He learned from the first Japanese instructors to leave Japan and spread karate as we know it today. His current dojo is a place where the discipline and honesty of karate has been incredibly preserved for those who still value it. Make no mistake though, classes are San Juan Shotokan are not a relic of the past. Sensei Johnston is always considering new interpretations and training techniques to make the karate you learn the best it can be.\r
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If you are looking for a Southern California karate dojo, please take the time to visit Sensei Johnston at his beautiful dojo. I think you'll see you won't receive more attention and nurturing anywhere else. He is also fantastic with kids - parents, please give Sensei Johnston a chance to teach your kids real karate. His instruction is the best bargain I know of in my fifteen years of involvement with karate.
Pros: Highest level of instruction and a facility to match. My favorite dojo in 15 years of karate.
Cons: None.
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