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Rising Sun Karate

Scottsdale, Arizona

Google: 5.0 (13 reviews)Yelp: 4.7 (10 reviews)
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About Rising Sun Karate

Rising Sun Karate teaches a variety of martial arts with Okinawan Shorin-Ryu as the core of the training.

In addition to Shorin-Ryu Karate, we teach, Kombat Kenjutsu or padded sword fighting, Kobudo (traditional Okinawan weapons), grappling, self-defense, cardio kick-boxing, Batto-do (samurai sword) and conditioning.

Tim VanDenover is an 8th Degree Black Belt under the instruction of Grand Master James Hawkes, co-founder of the United States Karate Alliance. VanDenover Sensei began his training in Albuquerque, NM in 1971 and quickly earned the trust of Master Hawkes to teach his beginning classes. Upon moving to Scottsdale in 1994 he opened Rising Sun Karate on 2/11/95. Since that time VanDenover Sensei has been awarded 6 hall of fame awards.

Karate requires commitment. Advancement is based on three classes a week. Attending more than three times per week will not help you progress any faster, but fewer classes will delay your progression. Karate is NOT all business at Rising Sun.

Class Hours

  • Tuesday: 4–8 PM
  • Wednesday: 4–9 PM
  • Thursday: 4–8 PM
  • Friday: 7–8 AM, 4–8 PM
  • Saturday: 9–11 AM
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 3:30–8 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rising Sun Karate good for beginners?
Yes, Rising Sun Karate teaches beginning classes and offers a structured path built around three classes a week. The academy’s training includes grappling, self-defense, conditioning, and Okinawan Shorin-Ryu, giving beginners a clear foundation in Scottsdale Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and martial arts.
Where is Rising Sun Karate in Scottsdale, AZ?
Rising Sun Karate is at 10855 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd, Ste 101, in Scottsdale, AZ. The location is easy to pair with regular training because the school’s advancement model is based on three classes a week.
Does Rising Sun Karate offer a free trial class?
The academy’s website is https://www.risingsunmartialartsaz.com/. The published facts do not include a free-trial policy, so the best next step is to review the site for current introductory options and class details.
How do I book a trial class at Rising Sun Karate?
Visit https://www.risingsunmartialartsaz.com/ to check the academy’s current class information and trial options. That site is the direct place to look for booking details for Rising Sun Karate in Scottsdale.
What should I bring to my first class at Rising Sun Karate?
The published details focus on the academy’s programs, instructors, and training structure rather than a first-class packing list. A practical next step is to review the website and arrive ready for active training in grappling, karate, or conditioning.

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