Newcomers
Your first two classes are free if you have never attended San Jose Dojo or another Shotokan Karate of America dojo.
For newcomers, if your third class falls after the first day of the quarter, prorated fees are calculated starting from your third class to the end of that quarter, paid at your third class.
Once you have decided to continue, payments are made to two organizations, San Jose Dojo and our national organization, Shotokan Karate of America (SKA).
If you cannot pay your dues and fees on time, talk to an instructor. Alternatives are available.
How much and when to pay San Jose Dojo fees
San Jose Dojo fees are approximately $10 per session. $390 per quarter, should be paid at the first day of each quarter (each quarterly session lasts thirteen weeks).
| Due Date | Amount |
|---|---|
| Jan 1st | $390 |
| April 1st | $390 |
| July 1st | $390 |
| October 1st | $390 |
Second family member receives 50% discount on San Jose Dojo fees.
Form of Payment
Cash or cheque payable to Johnny Martin.
No fees for:
- Grading/Raking. There are NO grading fees for kyu tests and NO dan test (black belt test) fees. All grading/ranking is included with your membership.
- Belts. Black belts and certificates are included with your membership; no additional fees.
- Uniforms, Clothing Items. You shop for your own uniform. There are no clothing surcharge fees and (other than those stylish $5 SKA tiger patches, we do not require nor encourage you to buy anything from us or the SKA store.
Proceeds pay for:
- Renting our space
- Insurance
- Scholarships
- But not instructor salaries–instructors volunteer their time and earn $0.00 for leading and teaching
National Organization
Shortly after you have decided to join San Jose Dojo, you may also be invited to join our our national organization, Shotokan Karate of America (SKA). Your instructor will provide you membership access.
- The prorated initial fee discount is computed as follows. At the next first day of the quarter, the student pays for a full quarter plus weekly prorated for all weeks previously in attendance.