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Three martial arts guides, one goal: perfect your katas without stepping on someone else's tatami.
Swipe to find out which of these platforms will get you to black belt status from your living room.
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Karate Master Home
Karate Master Home is an app designed by WKF (World Karate Federation) instructors to replicate the structure of a traditional dojo. Upon registration, you take a short level test: beginner, intermediate, or advanced. The app generates a daily training plan that combines kihon techniques (hits and blocks), fundamental katas and exercises of physical conditioningThe videos are filmed in slow and normal motion, with front and side angles; you can overlay reference lines that show you the correct trajectory for punches and kicks.
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Highlighted Features
- Real-time correction: Use your phone’s camera to analyze your posture and receive adjustment suggestions.
- Library of more than 30 katas from Taikyoku Shodan to Heian Godan, with step-by-step breakdowns.
- 10-Minute HIIT Workouts to improve the power of your maegeri (front kick) and oi‐tsuki (displacement punch).
Advantages
- Clean interface with no intrusive ads.
- Progress measured in virtual “kyus” and “dans” that simulate belt exams.
Limitations
- Some advanced features (3D combat mode) require Pro subscription (€4/month).
- Automatic correction depends on good lighting and a high-resolution front camera.
Virtual Dojo
Virtual Dojo was born as a hybrid web/app channel that mixes live broadcasts with real Senseis and on-demand classes. Its strength is the interactive community: Every week there are live sessions where a teacher corrects your uploaded videos. In addition, there is thematic modules that delve into imaginary kumite, work of tai sabaki (movements) and defensive combinations.
Highlighted Features
- Streaming classes: : weekly schedule with two live sessions where questions are answered and katas are adjusted in real time.
- Practice Forum: Upload your video and receive written feedback from peers and certified Senseis.
- Flexibility and strength test: Assess your condition with stretching and plyometric exercises adapted to karate.
Advantages
- Direct human interaction, ideal if you miss the in-person instructor.
- Additional material: bunkai theory (kata applications) and budō philosophy.
Limitations
- Access to the forum and live broadcasts requires a Premium plan (€5/month).
- Streaming video quality may decrease on unstable connections.
Sensei Online
Sensei Online focuses on the personalized feedback and the gamification of learning. After a lesson, you upload a clip of your kata, and an instructor analyzes your videos with voice annotations, pointing out errors in posture or rhythm. Each completed lesson awards "dojo points" that unlock virtual belts and themed medals (defense, speed, power).
Highlighted Features
- Professional video analysis: Detailed correction of angles, blocking times and displacements.
- Weekly Challenges: You compete in global rankings based on speed of execution and clean technique.
- Family plan: Up to four profiles in a single subscription (€6/month), perfect for training with the family.
Advantages
- Realistic, human feedback: Don’t rely on AI alone.
- Motivation reinforced by digital achievements and trophies.
Limitations
- The review process may take up to 48 hours.
- No offline content; you need an internet connection to upload and receive corrections.
Platform comparison
| Feature | Karate Master Home | Virtual Dojo | Sensei Online |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real-time correction | Yes (AI) | Only live | No (post-video) |
| Live classes | No | Yeah | No |
| Personalized feedback | Partial (IA) | Moderated (forum) | Extensive (Sensei) |
| Kata libraries | 30+ | 20+ | 15+ |
| Gamification | Average | Low | High |
| Offline mode | Yeah | Partial (download) | No |
| Premium monthly price | 4 € | 5 € | 6 € |
Ready to choose your digital Sensei? Swipe to Part 3: You'll learn how to set up your training space, structure your at-home classes, and stay motivated until you feel like giving up.
