Training
Training Schedule
Summer Season:
Nääshalli
Monday 5:00–6:30 PM
Saturday 2:00–3:45 PM
Autumn Season (starting 11 August 2026):
Nääshalli
Tuesday 5:00–6:30 PM
Saturday 2:00–3:45 PM
Please note: Our goal is to add a third weekly training session at Nääshalli for the autumn season. We will announce any updates as soon as they are confirmed.
Training Location
Training sessions are held at Nääshalli.
Address: Näsijärvenkatu 8, 33210 Tampere
Please arrive approximately 10–15 minutes before the training session begins.
Starting Training
You can start training at any time during the year. We currently do not organise separate beginner courses, and new members are welcome to join throughout the year.
The minimum age for training is 12 years. Teenagers and adults train together in the same group.
No previous experience is required. Before attending your first training session, please contact us so that we can provide any necessary information and welcome you to the dojo.
Comfortable sportswear and a water bottle are all you need for your first training session.
Before your first training session, we recommend familiarizing yourself with our dojo etiquette, which can be found on our website. It explains the customs and practices followed in our dojo.
Grading
Grading examinations are held when a student has reached the required technical standard for the next grade and has trained sufficiently.
Further information about grading examinations and their requirements is provided during training.
Belt System
Shoto Tora follows the SKIF Shotokan Karate kyu and dan grading system.
Grade
10th kyu
9th kyu
8th kyu
7th kyu
6th kyu
5th kyu
4th kyu
3rd kyu
2nd kyu
1st kyu
1st–10th dan
Belt Colour
White
White
Yellow
Orange
Green
Purple
Purple
Brown
Brown
Brown
Black
If you have any questions about training, training times or equipment, please contact us by email at info@shototora.fi
