Leith Karate Academy

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Leith Karate Academy

We are a Uechiryu Karate School located in Dover, NH. We teach classes for kids, teens, & adults. Our karate program is all encompassing.

Join a community that is passionate, determined, and supportive. Whether you’re a new student or have been training for decades, our instructors are here to provide the right atmosphere for your needs. We teach self-defense with life skills such as focus and confidence, while reducing stress.

10/30/2026

Last month I was honored to receive my promotion to 7th Degree Black Belt and Kyoshi master title in Uechi-Ryu Karate by my Sensei Buzz Durkin and the Uechi-Ryu Butokukai Senior Master's Council.

I tested with nineteen other amazing martial artist, including my dojo mate Ray Lee - who I have tested with since Shodan.

I would like like to thank my family, mentors, and friends who have supported me while I prepared for the test. I would not be where I am today without you all.

10/24/2026

Congratulations to Eli and Charlie for passing their Ikkyu test tonight! This is their final test before they start training for their black belts. I am excited to watch them succeed in their black belt journey!

10/20/2026

A very belated post! Last month Leith Karate Academy promoted three wonderful people to their next black belt rank. Please congratulate:

Dawn Kean: Sandan - 3rd Degree Black Belt
Jon Pitts: Nidan - 2nd Degree Black Belt
Musa Abdat: Shodan - 1st Degree Black Belt

10/10/2026

Special thanks to Master Instructor, Bill Leith for visiting our dojo and teaching three of our Junior’s and Young Adult classes this evening! Mr. Leith is a 7th degree black belt, a Master Instructor and runs the Bill Leith Karate Dojo in Dover, NH.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! Leith Karate Academy is holding regular classes today.

Please remember that the dojo will be closed Friday, September 11 to Monday, September 14 for training and master testing at Uechi-Con in Manchester, NH.

Visit Uechi-Con.com for information on the event. I would like to thank everyone for your support while I prepare for my test!

~ Bill Leith

08/31/2026

Leith Karate Academy will be open for regular classes this Labor Day. Please remember that the dojo will be closed September 11-14 for Uechi-Con where I will be testing for my 7th Degree Black Belt. If you have any questions regarding scheduling please feel welcome to ask.

For information on Uechi-Con and the master test, please visit Uechi-Con.com

Thank you,

Bill Leith
Leith Karate Academy

08/20/2026

Thank you Dawn for gifting these mini 3D printed Shisa to the dojo!

08/18/2026

Please be aware I am having an issue receiving emails. If you tried to contact me within the last 24 hours and I have not responded I have most likely not received your message. Please feel welcome to call or text the dojo phone listed below until the issues have been resolved.

Thank you for your patience,

Bill Leith
Leith Karate Academy
603-460-5300

08/09/2026

Leith Karate Academy will be holding a S.T.O.R.M. and Instructor Seminar this Friday, August 14 followed by an adult and teen black belt class. If you would like to attend please reach out in advance.

6:00pm | S.T.O.R.M. and Instructor Seminar
7:00pm | Adult/Teen Black Belt Class

08/06/2026

Leith Karate Academy will be closed Thursday, August 6 due to illness. Thank you for your patience and understanding while I recover.

Bill Leith
Leith Karate Academy

Address

42 Dover Point Road Unit L
Dover, NH
03820

Website

http://www.leithkarate.com/

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