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Action Karate Mt. Airy
4.7 ★★★★★ 151 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Affiliated dojo — reviews and the dojo's own info point to a recognized Karate style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Goju-Ryu, Isshinryu, Tiger Schulmann's or Villari's). If lineage matters to you, ask which style and organization the dojo belongs to, and under whom the head sensei earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 3–6) — 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 actionkarate.net — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 267-323-4965
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They do an incredible job of balancing discipline with fun, making classes engaging for kids while also teaching valuable life skills like respect, focus, and confidence.”
“I joined the Adult classes at Action Karate two plus years ago expecting to build some skills in self-defense.”
“The close knit community of leaders is always willing to assist my child, one on one so that she can master her new skills and reach all of her karate goals.”
“I joined the Adult classes at Action Karate two plus years ago expecting to build some skills in self-defense.”
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“I joined the Adult classes at Action Karate two plus years ago expecting to build some skills in self-defense.”
What students say
“I found an awesome community of supportive people who clearly want their students to be confident in how they move and think in potentially dangerous situations.”
“If you are looking for a place where your kids can learn structure, discipline, and how to be an all around respectful kid.”
“The leaders of the class are really devoted to teaching concentration, discipline, confidence in a fun way, which have the kids truly enjoying themselves as they are learning.”
From the reviews
We came to Action Karate by way of their after school programs at my children’s school. The family friendly environment and consistent reinforcement of character and discipline have been wonderful. The staff is caring and knowledgeable.
Action Karate Mount Airy is absolutely amazing! From the moment you walk in, you can feel the positive energy and sense of community. The instructors are not only skilled martial artists but also fantastic mentors who genuinely care about each student's growth both on and off the mat.
We absolutely love Action Karate Mt. Airy & everyone that makes it a caring, supportive, entertaining & fun environment for our children and the adults! From Day 1, the staff has embraced my son as if they've known him for years!
We enrolled our daughter at Action Karate Mt. Airy to help her have more confidence, learn self-discipline, and perseverance. It has been a little over a year now since she started and I cannot express how great of a decision we made picking this school.
New to Karate? Start at Action Karate Mt. Airy
Action Karate Mt. Airy comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a dojo, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and the sensei scales the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable dojos build fundamentals (stances, blocks, punches, and kicks) for weeks, and kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, with pads and control. Third, all levels and ages really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Karate class at Action Karate Mt. Airy
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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