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Ancient Ways Karate
5 ★★★★★ 8 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Redondo Beach, California
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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 7–12) — 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 ancientwayskarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 310-316-5788
Hours
| Monday | 3–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 3–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 3–8 pm |
| Thursday | 3–8 pm |
| Friday | 3–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has trained there for a year, and his discipline (in class) has improved by leaps and bounds.”
“My son has been in the little dragons program for the last two years and loves it.”
What students say
“Chris Colwell and his cadre of blackbelts are fantastic instructors, and the community is welcoming and encouraging.”
“My son has trained there for a year, and his discipline (in class) has improved by leaps and bounds.”
“The masters are motivating and understanding, building confidence and discipline all while having fun.”
From the reviews
My entire family has trained at Ancient Ways for 6 years now. It is an amazing Martial Arts school with great family energy and a strong sense of community. It's really good for helping build structure and discipline in our children.
The masters are motivating and understanding, building confidence and discipline all while having fun. We would highly recommend Ancient Ways Karate for all.
Ancient Ways is amazing. My son has trained there for a year, and his discipline (in class) has improved by leaps and bounds. I started training there in August of 25, and it's the first exercise I've enjoyed in years.
Mr. Colwell is a fun, motivating and disciplined instructor. He teaches broader life, integrity and character lessons along with the karate. My son loves the classes, game nights, nerf wars and all the other stuff they put on. The close community of kids, parents and teachers really shines
Your first Karate class at Ancient Ways Karate
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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