Haruki Karate Dojo

Traditional karate and competitive training work “hand in hand” at Haruki Karate Dojo in Port Orchard, which set out to be a dojo where every student is “supported, challenged, and valued,” those striving for competitive results included. Head instructor Sensei Hannah Beers, a third-degree black belt with over a decade of teaching, leads the curriculum, oversees every program and coaches the competition team. She has coached national-level athletes, among them national medalists and champions.

Sensei Jonathan Morrow teaches Goju-ryu. He is a third-degree black belt with Jundokan International, has trained under his father since early childhood and has won WUKF World Championship medals, including gold in kata. Coach Nathaniel Beers, the athletic director, runs Haruki Athletics, conditioning for strength and explosive power that the dojo ties to sharper technique and stronger strikes.

Training is split by rank. The Beginner / Novice classes take students from age 7, from the first day through purple belt, and the Intermediate / Advanced class picks up at purple belt and pushes technique and mental focus further. Whether a student's goal is fitness, confidence or competition, the dojo says, “you’ll find a place here.” Children from age 4 have a class of their own.

Newcomers start with a free intro class, whether they're brand new or returning to karate.