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AKMA Martial Arts

4.8 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Burbank, California

Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Membership memberships around $150/mo — many dojos also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-student rates
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
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  • Website & schedule akmamartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (818) 972-9957

Hours

Monday 4–9 PM
Tuesday 4–9 PM
Wednesday 4–9 PM
Thursday 4–9 PM
Friday 5–8 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, belt tests, and seminars — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Karate classes on the schedule at AKMA Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 9 mentions

“The way they interact with and challenge the children in the younger classes is great as well.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“Whether you’re an adult wanting to challenge yourself in a martial art, or you have a child who you want to learn self defense and discipline, I highly recommend AKMA.”

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🥋 Adult Karate

“Cannot recommend the adult classes enough, and the kids classes are loved too.”

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Other martial arts here

Karate dojos are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at AKMA Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“Whether you’re an adult wanting to challenge yourself in a martial art, or you have a child who you want to learn self defense and discipline, I highly recommend AKMA.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the dojo's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want taekwondo, jiu-jitsu, or kickboxing alongside your Karate, confirm the current schedule with the dojo.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 18 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions
friendly, respectful dojo 4 mentions

“The instructors are respectful, knowledgeable, and will push you to challenge yourself and grow.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 4 mentions

“The instructors, Senpai’s and Shihan are all top notch at teaching the fundamentals of Kenpo.”

traditional style & affiliation 2 mentions

“Our little two year old now three has improved in discipline and focus after 3 months of AKMA Kenpo.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 8 mentions

“Whether you’re an adult wanting to challenge yourself in a martial art, or you have a child who you want to learn self defense and discipline, I highly recommend AKMA.”

From the reviews

i joined 2 months ago and i already am a yellow belt here and its fun here especially fridays and shi han is really a nice guy and yeah thats why i gave 5 star

★★★★★ — Oof, Oct 2021

If you are looking to learn effective self defense and learn a lot about yourself in the process, then AKMA is the correct place for you! The instructors are respectful, knowledgeable, and will push you to challenge yourself and grow.

★★★★★ — Samantha, Oct 2024

This is the best organized sports/gym environment I’ve ever been in. The instructors and students are respectful, encouraging and disciplined. Cannot recommend the adult classes enough, and the kids classes are loved too.

★★★★★ — Courtney, Jun 2023

AKMA has been a great experience. The instructors, Senpai’s and Shihan are all top notch at teaching the fundamentals of Kenpo. These lessons are meant to filter into your lives as well. It’s not just about learning to fight. The way they interact with and challenge the children in the younger classes is great as well.

★★★★★ — Jason, Sep 2024

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Your first Karate class at AKMA 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.

Karate is a contact sport. Ease in, train within your limits, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find AKMA Martial Arts

151 S Glenoaks Blvd, Burbank, CA91502

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