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American Karate & Kung Fu
5 ★★★★★ 2 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Billings, Montana
Plan your first class
- Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
- Phone +1 406-254-1311
The classes they run
Other martial arts here
“One evening at American Kung Fu was enough to show that instructor John McFadden is a very experienced and knowledgeable martial arts instructor.”
From the reviews
I have trained here for over 10 years; I have visited other dojos and schools, purchased books, and watched many online videos, but I will continue to train at American Karate and KungFu because it's the best source I have found for both street and competitive self defense. Mr.
One evening at American Kung Fu was enough to show that instructor John McFadden is a very experienced and knowledgeable martial arts instructor. I implore any man or woman interested in exploring the fighting arts or interested in learning more about themselves to give American Kung Fu an open-minded chance.
Your first Karate class at American Karate & Kung Fu
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.
