Kyokushin Karate USA Honbu Dojo

Why train at Kyokushin Karate USA?

Located in Rochester, New York, Kyokushin Karate USA is the official Honbu (Headquarters) of the USA-IFK, the national governing body for IFK Kyokushin Karate in the United States. Training in Rochester is led by Shihan Michael Monaco and senior black belts of the USA-IFK, with direct lineage to Sosai Mas Oyama, Soshu Shigeru Oyama, and Hanshi Steve Arneil.

Our Classes

Kyokushin Training in Rochester for Youth and Adults

Youth Classes
Classes designed for children and teens.

• Builds discipline, focus, and respect

• Develops confidence and physical fitness

• Structured, traditional training environment

• Positive mentorship from experienced black belts

Adult Classes
Serious training for beginners through advanced students.

• Traditional Kyokushin training

• Build strength, resilience, and confidence

• Improve focus and overall fitness

• Train at the official USA-IFK Honbu Dojo