Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Premier Martial Arts Academy in Lansing, NY
Founded in 2006, Cayuga Lake Seido Karate has grown to serve over 150 active students through traditional Japanese karate programs for children, teens, and adults. Our Lansing, NY dojo emphasizes core values of respect, love, and obedience while fostering physical fitness, mental discipline, and community engagement. We maintain a diverse training environment where students develop technical skills through structured curricula tailored to all age groups and experience levels. Our instructors, including two 6th-degree black belts directly trained by Seido Karates founder, combine decades of martial arts expertise with educational certifications to deliver effective instruction. Since inception, we have raised $120,000 for local organizations through community events like our annual Punch-and-Kick-a-Thon fundraiser. Students benefit from specialized programs that address developmental needs at every stage: pee-wee classes for motor skill development, teen programs building self-confidence, and adult classes focusing on lifelong fitness.We integrate meditation practices and character development principles into our curriculum, creating a holistic martial arts experience. Our facility hosts regular events connecting students through shared training experiences and community service initiatives. With direct lineage to Seido Karates global organization established in 1976, we maintain authentic training methods while adapting to contemporary needs. Our family-oriented environment enables multi-generational practice, strengthening interpersonal relationships through shared discipline. We prioritize safety through structured training protocols and adherence to Seido Karates established philosophical framework.
Services
Children's Karate
Teen Karate
Adult Karate
Special Events
Birthday Parties
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined instructor experience directly from Seido Karates founder
- Our dojo has raised $120,000 for local charities through martial arts programs
- Certified educators deliver age-specific curricula for physical and character development
- Family-friendly environment supports multi-generational training and growth
- Direct connection to Seido Karates global organization spanning 14 countries
What people say
Positive impact
Active lifestyle
Strong community
Certified instructors
Family friendly
Services
Children's Karate
Specialized programs for ages 4-14 develop motor skills, concentration, and character through traditional karate training. Our curriculum builds confidence while teaching respect and discipline, with age-specific instruction from certified educators. Classes emphasize memorization through repetition while maintaining fun, engaging environments for young learners.
Teen Karate
Targeted martial arts instruction addresses teen challenges through physical fitness and mental discipline. Students develop self-confidence, stress management skills, and time management abilities while learning traditional techniques. Our program supports academic focus and peer relationships through structured training environments.
Adult Karate
Traditional Japanese karate classes accommodate all fitness levels with personalized progression paths. Training improves physical strength, flexibility, and mental concentration while incorporating meditation practices. Adults benefit from community support and family-friendly scheduling options.
Special Events
Annual events include fundraising tournaments, leadership training camps, and group trips to NYC headquarters. These programs reinforce community bonds while providing unique training experiences that extend beyond regular classes.
Birthday Parties
Themed karate parties combine physical activity with team-building exercises in supervised settings. Customizable packages provide safe, engaging celebrations that introduce basic martial arts principles to non-students.
People
Robin McColley
Jun Shihan | 6th Degree Black Belt
1993 Seido Karate graduate with direct training from founder Tadashi Nakamura since 2003. Specializes in basics, kumite, and kickboxing instruction for all age groups. Promoted to Rokudan in 2018 after 25+ years of dedicated practice.
Gail Lajoie
Jun Shihan | 6th Degree Black Belt
Started training in 1993, teaching both adults and children since 1996. Direct student of Kaicho Nakamura since 2003 with regular training sessions at NYC headquarters. Achieved 6th degree black belt through consistent demonstration of Seido principles.
Jennifer Kraft-Maza
Sensei | 4th Degree Black Belt
Began training in 2007 after observing her son's progress. Combines martial arts instruction with family involvement, creating intergenerational learning opportunities. Maintains active role in curriculum development and student mentorship programs.
Debbie Bosanko
Sensei | 4th Degree Black Belt
Certified fitness professional since 1993 with specialized programs for seniors and Parkinson's patients. Integrates martial arts training with general fitness instruction to maximize health benefits across different population groups.
Allison Peet
Senpai | 3rd Degree Black Belt
Trained since 2011, teaching junior and youth students since 2016. Focuses on creating positive environments that reflect Seido Karate's national organizational values while maintaining local community connections.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We offer programs for children starting at age 4, teens, and adults of all ages.
Do I need prior martial arts experience?
No prior experience is required. Our curriculum accommodates beginners at any age.
What are your class sizes?
Classes maintain student-teacher ratios that ensure personalized instruction while allowing group interaction.
Is karate safe for children?
Safety is prioritized through structured training methods and certified instructors with child development expertise.
What equipment is needed?
Initial training requires comfortable workout clothing. Uniforms and protective gear are introduced as needed.
How often should I train?
We recommend 2-3 sessions weekly for optimal progress, with flexible scheduling options available.
Reviews (5)
Lakshmi B.
Jan 18, 2021
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Our daughter has been a part of the CLSK family for 7 years, having started as a "pee-wee" and is now a brown belt. The teachers and staff are exceptional and students get both karate skills and character education. They also transitioned seamlessly into virtual sessions during the pandemic. Their summer camps are a lot of fun. Highly recommend.
Tj Porri
Oct 12, 2020
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My child and I have both taken classes at CLSK. The quality of instruction is excellent for all ages, meeting each student where they are and encouraging excellence at every level of fitness. With social isolation measures in place, they immediately pivoted to online learning, with a lot of flexibility (including live lessons, recorded lessons, social time, one-on-one lessons, all at a variety of times to suit various schedules.)
Sammie Watts
Oct 08, 2020
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CLSK is one of the best parts of my day to day life, even more so during the pandemic. They were quick to set up reliable, works-for-everyone online courses to make it feel like we are maintaining some kind of normalcy during these super weird times. The teachers at CLSK truly want to support you and help you improve on your personal fitness and physical/mental strength goals. If you're considering joining at CLSK, DO IT!
Rebecca Kehoe
Sep 01, 2020
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CLSK has been a wonderful part of our daughter's life in the last year. We signed her up to try out karate soon after we moved to Ithaca last summer, and we haven't looked back. All of the staff are so supportive and encouraging, and this has continued to come through in the online class environment during the pandemic. On multiple occasions our daughter has received personal video messages recognizing her efforts and offering encouragement. They really have found a way to keep providing the personal attention that is so central to the class experience at the dojo.
Kyle Campbell
Aug 13, 2020
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CLSK provides a safe, supportive and encouraging environment that fosters the development of confidence, self-esteem, and physical fitness. An emphasis is placed on the importance of good character (for children, badges are earned for honesty, discipline, family, education and more), an admirable element of the CLSK holistic approach to promote all aspects of personal growth. The dojo is a wonderful reflection of the areas diverse population, and everyone is welcomed. We are impressed at the considerable effort that Jun Shihan Robin, Jun Shihan Gail and the wonderful instructors have devoted
