Courtesy · Respect · World-class values
Authentic Shotokan and Gōjū-ryū karate for kids ages 4 and up, teens, and adults in Fayetteville. Learn self-defense, fitness, and focus from Hanshi Rande Lawrence. No experience needed.
Classes are grouped by age and experience, so every student trains at their own pace, from age 4 to 80.
Ages 4–12Your child builds confidence, focus, and fitness with traditional karate. Every class teaches courtesy and respect, and every child progresses at their own pace.
Ages 13+Get fit, strong, and disciplined with authentic karate. Teens and adults of every age and fitness level train side by side, from first-time beginners to black belts.
LWC Karate has moved into a purpose-built dojo at 6859 East Genesee Street, where every student trains together on one floor. Come try a class and see how world-class values and self-defense are taught in an authentic karate dojo.
David Heindel
Parent & student
“This dojo is fantastic! Randy Lawrence is a wonderful patient instructor who is great with kids of all ages and levels of ability. I participate with my kids, which includes teenagers and gradeschool kids. … I would recommend this dojo to anyone.”
Nina Kalinkos
Student
“Absolutely the best place to learn karate and learn it well. Hanshi Lawrence is an incredible teacher, amazing with kids, and his love for the practice shines through in everything he does. A great way to get in shape and learn!”
Junko T.
Parent
“Hanshi Rande is much more than a karate instructor. He has been a mentor, role model, and friend for my son. … He has helped him immensely with positive self-perception and confidence. Hanshi teaches karate as a way of life, rather than as just kicks and punches.”
Sabrina T.
Parent & student
“Best dojo in Syracuse. Warm friendly no pressure environment. … Recently my husband & I joined after years of watching. … The kids get a kick watching mom & dad practice. … This is karate in its purest & simplest form.”
Justin Carhart
Parent
“My kids love it here! I can't say enough about Hanshi. … He amazes me with his patience and ability to include, involve and motivate people of all abilities. … I don't think I've seen a more diverse "community" anywhere else.”
Jodi Bloom
Parent
“Hanshi Rande Lawrence is the type of teacher you wish could teach you everything you ever need to learn. He is extremely knowledgeable, kind, flexible and is equally adept at teaching 3-year-olds, 30-year-olds and 60-year-olds. He is truly a gift and my family's love of karate is a result of him and his dojo.”
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Head Instructor
More than 30 years of teaching authentic karate in Fayetteville, with patience for every student's age and ability.
“A black belt is a white belt that never gave up. Our students are taught that their most important strength is their inner strength, and when combined with courtesy and respect, anything is possible.”
Beginner classes are enrolling now for kids, teens, and adults. Book a trial class and see what an authentic karate dojo feels like.
