The Enso Karate Experience

As we celebrate our 20th year as a dojo, Enso Karate is proud to be a leader in martial arts instruction in the Chicago area.

SHOTOKAN KARATE

We train in Shotokan Karate, and welcome new or returning youth, adults, and families to join our dojo to learn this martial arts discipline. Leading the dojo are Sensei Jay Nacu and Sensei Denise Nacu who have over 25 years of experience offering high-quality karate instruction. They are both lifelong educators and karateka for life who love to share their karate knowledge and bring out the best in each individual through karate-do.

DOJO COMMUNITY

Enso students and their families have a strong sense of community because that’s what we are — a community. Instructors, students, and parents form deep connections and lasting friendships.

HEART OF CHICAGO

We love being in the center of the city, where students from all neighborhoods come together to shape the mind, body, and spirit while forging lifelong friendships.

WORLD CLASS ATHLETES

Enso offers an intensive competition team experience for those who are interested. Many of our athletes have gone on to represent the U.S.A. in national and international tournaments.

LOCAL DOJO, GLOBAL EXPERIENCE

Through special training opportunities and events, we welcome instructors and athletes from across the nation and world to provide our students with a uniquely diverse array of perspectives on karate training.

ROBUST SCHEDULE

We offer in-person training 6 days a week, with classes in both Chicago’s South Loop and Oak Park. We are offer our Online Dojo experience, allowing students to join from anywhere! See our current schedule of classes.

COMPETITIVE PRICING

Train 1x/week, 2x/week, or unlimited — whatever is right for you! Prices include the cost of a gi for first-time students. Learn more about tuition and registration.