--- title: "Karate Classes in Bangalore: Budokon Training with 5th Dan Expert" description: "Join our Budokon karate classes in Bangalore. Learn self-defense, kumite, and weapon training with a 5th Dan expert focused on progress, not perfection." canonical: https://mytribe.in/dayananthan_k/karate-self-defense/featured last_updated: 2025-08-30 --- # Budokon Karate Classes and Training Tribe Verified · 5th Dan Black Belt, Official Referee By [Daya Nanthan](https://mytribe.in/dayananthan_k) · Classes at studios in Horamavu and Marathahalli, Bengaluru · ₹1,500 per student per month (estimate) Part of [Karate & Self-Defense](https://mytribe.in/dayananthan_k/karate-self-defense). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/dayananthan_k/karate-self-defense/gallery) A look into my practice, where we focus on discipline, fluid movement, and building strength from within to find your own peace. ## Photos and videos - ![This is more than a kick; it's a moment of flight where training meets freedom. My practice is about finding power and grace in every movement, building the strength and agility needed to rise to any challenge.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7955fa98-b8b4-4d0f-8178-ce250bb883f3) - [Video: Practical self-defense is at the heart of Budokon karate. Here, I demonstrate a controlled throw, a technique that teaches leverage and timing over brute force. These are the skills that build real-world confidence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dae09c34-2e5a-4f1d-be28-3fd0ac587068) - ![This is what progress looks like. A proud moment with my students from the Marathahalli dojo after their KYU Grading. Seeing them grow in skill and confidence is my greatest reward.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/44cca069-9ba1-4502-aec2-527bd0c42f7b) - [Video: We make learning fun and dynamic for our youngest students. This flying kick drill helps build coordination, power, and confidence, showing them they can fly over any obstacle.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8721057e-68f5-42cc-b999-b970921a2bc8) - [Video: The Nunchaku is an extension of the body, requiring focus, speed, and precision. Weapon kata is a traditional part of our training that sharpens the mind and connects us to the history of martial arts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/efa6b02f-bb58-486e-8083-6d09f1995d3f) - [Video: A spinning kick is a full-body expression of balance and power. In my practice, I focus on the fluid mechanics of movement, turning momentum into a precise and effective technique.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4d9bb11b-db7d-4571-b33f-99b5202ea3fb) - [Video: Strength is often built together. This partner-based calisthenics exercise shows how we can use trust and teamwork to push our physical limits and achieve what seems impossible alone.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9290b9ec-3bf4-4b26-99ca-a4522ee9a44e) - [Video: "I don't need a weapon, I am one." This is the core philosophy of my practice. True strength comes from within, forged through discipline, breath, and the understanding that your body and mind are the ultimate tools.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bc799466-53dc-4373-915f-ae8c645a517b) ## About Featured In my sessions, we focus on real-world self-defense skills, teaching you to use leverage and timing rather than just brute force. We train on wooden and vinyl surfaces, utilizing focus mitts and plyometric boxes to build genuine agility. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your Kumite, the environment is built on consistency and mutual respect, not just hitting targets. ### Our Training Philosophy I believe progress is the goal, not perfection. My practice focuses on Budokon Karate, blending traditional forms with practical application. Whether we are drilling Kata or working on sparring distance, the focus is on developing a mind and body that can handle real-life scenarios. ### What We Cover * **Budokon Karate:** We move beyond basic punches. We work on stances like Zenkutsu dachi, blocks, and fluid transitions that improve your coordination. * **Kumite & Sparring:** For adults and advanced students, we focus on distance, timing, and point-scoring rules based on national standards. * **Weaponry:** We introduce Nunchaku training to sharpen your precision, speed, and mental focus. * **Conditioning:** Strength is forged through calisthenics like knuckle pushups and assisted stretching to increase flexibility for high kicks. ### Training Environment We train out of two main spaces in Bengaluru—Infinity Dance Crew in AECS Layout and Nrityog Movement Arts Space in Horamavu. These are shared spaces where we emphasize discipline, traditional etiquette (Rei), and the 'Enge family' spirit. We use soft boxes, focus mitts, and shields to ensure you train safely while pushing your limits. My classes for kids use games and obstacle courses to make learning engaging, while adult classes are structured for intensity and growth. Everyone works toward the KYU grading system, which provides a clear path for development and allows you to track your own progress. ## About Daya Nanthan I am a 5th Dan Black Belt, but before that, I am a father and a constant student. My dojo isn't just a place to train; it is 'Enge family'—we support each other, and my late Amma's blessing stays with us on the mat. 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