Barr Karate

At Barr Karate, we are dedicated to providing exceptional martial arts training to individuals of all ages and skill levels in the greater Hackensack, Teaneck, and Bergenfield area. Our state-of-the-art facility is designed to foster a supportive and inclusive environment, where students can learn, grow, and thrive.

Our Story

Founded by Soke Larry Barr, Barr Karate was born out of a simple idea: to bring high-quality, accessible, and traditional martial arts training to the community. Based on Seido Ryu (Way of Life Style) principles, our focused approach to training, and experienced and caring instructors, make our dojo one of the best karate schools in Bergen County.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide a safe, fun, and challenging environment for individuals to learn and grow through the art of karate. We strive to instill discipline, focus, and principles in our students, helping them to become confident, respectful, and self-disciplined individuals. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced martial artist, we invite you to explore our classes and become part of our dojo family.

Our Services

We offer a wide range of programs and services designed to cater to the diverse needs of our students. Our classes include:

• Private lessons for individuals seeking personalized attention and instruction
• Group classes for kids, teens, and adults, focusing on kumite, kata, weapons, and jujitsu
• Little Ninjas program for young children, aimed at developing their physical and mental skills
• Adult programs, designed to improve overall fitness, coordination, and self-defense skills

Meet Soke Barr

Soke Grandmaster Larry Barr is a 10th-degree black belt and the founder of Seido Ryu Karate. With almost 35 years of experience, Soke Barr has volunteered his time and passion for the martial arts towards helping youth through the power of karate. He has worked with some of the most prestigious martial artists, and has even traveled and trained in Okinawa, Japan, with some of his students.