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Alan Kessler's Karate Center
5 ★★★★★ 5 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Billerica, Massachusetts
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
- Free trial / intro class most dojos welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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- Website & schedule kesslerkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 978-930-0033
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–6 pm |
| Tuesday | 3:30–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 3:30–6 pm |
| Thursday | 3:30–8 pm |
| Friday | 6–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10–11 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“This is an exceptional center for children and adults alike to learn and practice the martial arts as well as self discipline.”
What students say
“This is an exceptional center for children and adults alike to learn and practice the martial arts as well as self discipline.”
From the reviews
My son loves this place! Susan Osborn (Ms Sue) is the teacher for the younger kids and she has an amazing ability to work with kids of all abilities. There's a great mix of children coming to this dojo and I highly recommend choosing them.
This is an exceptional center for children and adults alike to learn and practice the martial arts as well as self discipline. I studied at Alan Kessler's Karate Center for over 10 years and have benefited greatly. There is a strong sense of community and extraordinary staff.
My 5 yr old just started learning karate and it has been great so far. Along with learning karate, we like the moral leasons that Mr Kessler teachers.
Your first Karate class at Alan Kessler's Karate Center
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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🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site