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APSK Martial Arts Academy

4.7 ★★★★★ 47 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Mesa, Arizona

Kids & teens Competition team

Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
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  • Website & schedule apskmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (480) 430-3016

Hours

Monday 10 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–8 PM
Thursday 10 AM–8 PM
Friday 10 AM–8 PM
Saturday 9 AM–12 PM
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 APSK Martial Arts Academy, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 46 mentions

“It has an excellent family environment and provides a service that is truly priceless, especially in the modern world, as far as it's programs for children are concerned.”

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Teens

“He taught me how to teach and it showed me how safely is one the most important things when teaching adults,teens,and kids.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“2 years ago I decided it was time for my daughter to learn self defense.”

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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 APSK Martial Arts Academy — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🦵 Taekwondo

“Having studied Kenpo, TKD and Aikido from a young age and also being a US Marine I knew what I was looking for (she won’t let me train her.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“2 years ago I decided it was time for my daughter to learn self defense.”

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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 47 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 3 mentions

“Prof Shaw has train a great set of coaches and sensei to provide the best training and learning environment.”

friendly, respectful dojo 14 mentions

“It has an excellent family environment and provides a service that is truly priceless, especially in the modern world, as far as it's programs for children are concerned.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 3 mentions

“I enjoy the instruction as well, and enjoy the detailed break down of the styles techniques.”

🧒 strong kids program 7 mentions

“As they got older, I saw just how much of an advantage my kids had from participating in Karate. I love the values and self-confidence they have gained the most.”

active competition / tournament team 3 mentions

“We also go to many tournaments every year and won all the time!”

traditional style & affiliation 2 mentions

“Having studied Kenpo, TKD and Aikido from a young age and also being a US Marine I knew what I was looking for (she won’t let me train her.”

From the reviews

One of the best, if not, the best martial arts school out there! I have been with A.P.S.K for almost 4 years now (10/30/17). I am a 1st degree brown belt and about to test for my black belt in December. When I started at 17 I never thought I ever could do anything that these guys where doing.

★★★★★ — Joey, Oct 2017

Great they really care about my kid and they can do a lot more than most Karate Places if you are new they will give you 30 days free!! And its really cheap.

★★★★★ — Lizzy, Apr 2018

It would be impossible to count the ways that Professor Shaw and the fine instructors at APSK have impacted my family for the better. In the interest of time, I’ll just mention a few of the things I’m most grateful for. My boys began their martial arts journey 4 days after my youngest son’s 3rd birthday.

★★★★★ — Jennifer, Apr 2019

2 years ago I decided it was time for my daughter to learn self defense. Having studied Kenpo, TKD and Aikido from a young age and also being a US Marine I knew what I was looking for (she won’t let me train her...yet lol).

★★★★★ — Packy, Sep 2020

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Your first Karate class at APSK Martial Arts Academy

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 APSK Martial Arts Academy

3701 E Southern Ave #1, Mesa, AZ85206

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