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Arizona Family Karate Academy

4.1 ★★★★☆ 36 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Phoenix, Arizona

Karate dojo Kids & teens

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Website & schedule azfamilykarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (623) 587-1668

Hours

Monday 4–9 PM
Tuesday 4–9 PM
Wednesday 4–9 PM
Thursday 4–9 PM
Friday 4–9 PM
Saturday 9 AM–2 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 Arizona Family Karate Academy, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 20 mentions

“My daughter (7) loves karate thanks to the unique teaching style Arizona Family Karate Academy provides.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 36 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“Tonight I completed my first class and while I was shy at first, I was welcomed with open arms from my Senseis and all the other students.”

friendly, respectful dojo 12 mentions

“My daughter (7) loves karate thanks to the unique teaching style Arizona Family Karate Academy provides.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“She has learned a lot in the last year and I love how they make sure to teach safety as well as the basics for karate.”

🧒 strong kids program 6 mentions

“My daughter (7) loves karate thanks to the unique teaching style Arizona Family Karate Academy provides.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 7 mentions

“They are wonderful about making sure the students are doing their best at school as well as at home giving the parents a united front for homework and respect.”

From the reviews

GREAT GREAT SCHOOL. Signed up my daughter when she was 5, she is 11 now. Has mastered her belts, gained friends, a lot of positive encouragement which has helped her carry herself with more motivation in school. We've signed a one year contract with them, but it's just impossible to break...

★★★★★ — Ester, Sep 2018

My son absolutely loves his karate instructors! He learns a lot and it has been such a big help for him in all areas of life especially school. This school has been very good to us! We love Arizona Family Karate!

★★★★★ — Roxy, Mar 2017

Our 6 year old daughter thoroughly enjoys her classes here and looks forward to going. She has learned a lot in the last year and I love how they make sure to teach safety as well as the basics for karate.

★★★★★ — Elaina, Sep 2018

My daughter goes here and she loves it. If you are looking for a good karate spot this is the place to go they are kind and about their business there.

★★★★★ — Ell, Nov 2021

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Your first Karate class at Arizona Family Karate 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 Arizona Family Karate Academy

822 E Union Hills Dr D2, Phoenix, AZ85024

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