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Academy of Modern Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 37 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Lake Oswego, Oregon
Plan your first class
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule martialarts-fitness.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (503) 697-7482
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 2–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son and I started studying with Christopher and Kristine at the Academy of Modern Martial Arts in Lake Oswego when he was 6.”
“Classes for adults and children include teaching practical ways to move through life situations.”
“Martial arts instruction and sparring is used as a laboratory to test and increase this ability while learning practical hands-on techniques; regardless of age.”
“The AMMA experience and community were particularly valuable during his teen years.”
“I read countless reviews and descriptions of types of martial arts and schools that were more like cattle herders than one on one concentration.”
“They teach life skills in addition to self-defense.”
Other martial arts here
“Kickboxing classes are fun ways to not only move, but in their teaching they have created a special community.”
“They teach life skills in addition to self-defense.”
What students say
“They provide a very welcoming culture at the Academy so you feel comfortable.”
“Not only do they provide a high quality education but they provide a healthy and friendly fitness environment.”
“Martial arts instruction and sparring is used as a laboratory to test and increase this ability while learning practical hands-on techniques; regardless of age.”
“Trust me, when you are sparring, grappling or getting a cardio work out, a sense of humor is a very good thing.”
“During that time I have gained and honed tools for managing my focus during stressful situations, which have been invaluable in my day to day and work life.”
From the reviews
Not just another karate place where you learn to punch and kick ( although my kids like this very much). They take a whole body whole mind approach. Self awareness, focus and refocus, how to break out of holds ( stranger grabs them, how to get away),space awareness ( understand where you are, how far you can reach…
AMMA is much more than just a martial arts school. The instructors (mine is Christopher Boyer) demonstrate and instruct on the importance of mental state as the foundation of how we interact with the world - especially in high stress situations.
Christopher and Kristine are a true blessing. They provide a very welcoming culture at the Academy so you feel comfortable. This comfort along with their vast knowledge of martial arts, fitness and overall well-being is amazing.
When my 5 year old daughter decided to try martial arts I was not sure where to start looking. I read countless reviews and descriptions of types of martial arts and schools that were more like cattle herders than one on one concentration. I came across AMMA online and decided to give it a try.
Your first Karate class at Academy of Modern Martial Arts
Nervous about walking into a Karate dojo for the first time? Almost everyone is, and a good sensei expects beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic stances, blocks, punches, and kicks — not hard sparring. Step to the side whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot. What to bring: water, and a mouthguard if you have one — many dojos lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi and the belt your dojo awards you. Kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the sensei. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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