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American Martial Arts Academy - Chester Springs, PA
5 ★★★★★ 110 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Chester Springs, Pennsylvania
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
- 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 4–12) — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule chesterspringskarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (484) 985-9440
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 3–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–9 PM |
| Thursday | 3–9 PM |
| Friday | 3–9 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They made the birthday kid an "assistant" to help with the class, which really made it special for him while keeping everything a group activity with a bonding kind of feel.”
“We drilled combination kicks for sparing and Katas, and practiced striking techniques to defend against punches.”
“I would recommend AMAA 10/10 times to anyone, whether your child is in pre-, middle-, or high school, or you want to see what it's all about yourself!”
“My kid has gone through the training from beginner classes to the Junior advanced class and we plan to continue to achieve the black belt rank.”
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What students say
“Every instructor has been amazing and I have loved to watch my son’s confidence in himself grow.”
“They create a welcoming and encouraging environment where both of my daughters, despite their different personalities, feel comfortable and motivated to learn.”
“They create a welcoming and encouraging environment where both of my daughters, despite their different personalities, feel comfortable and motivated to learn.”
“American Martial Arts Academy has been a very positive experience for my son He enjoys the class and is very confident these days.”
“Not only did I enjoy it, but I also learned how to defend myself, which gave me a lot of confidence and helped me feel stronger and more prepared.”
From the reviews
A great place for a birthday party. They kept the boys engaged and active, while teaching respect. They made the birthday kid an "assistant" to help with the class, which really made it special for him while keeping everything a group activity with a bonding kind of feel. The party moved without feeling rushed.
My both daughters love to participate in Mr. Paul classes - he's very great with kids - don't ask how he did it - but seems he his like a kids whisperer...they're listing without yelling! AWE...great small school!
Mr. Joe and Sensei Paul have been nothing short of phenomenal instructors for my girls. They create a welcoming and encouraging environment where both of my daughters, despite their different personalities, feel comfortable and motivated to learn.
AMAA has been great karate learning school for my kid. We joined this place about a year ago and my kid truly enjoys the class. The instructors Sensei Paul and Mr Joe are excellent in coaching and providing the necessary skills.
New to Karate? Start at American Martial Arts Academy - Chester Springs, PA
American Martial Arts Academy - Chester Springs, PA 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 American Martial Arts Academy - Chester Springs, PA
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.
