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Beaudoin Academy of Karate

4.8 ★★★★★ 22 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Waterbury, Connecticut

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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  • Phone (203) 628-5190

Hours

Monday 5–8 PM
Tuesday 5–8 PM
Wednesday 5–8 PM
Thursday 5–8 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday 10 AM–1 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 Beaudoin Academy of Karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 11 mentions

“From the days of Grandmaster Beaudoin, may he rest in peace,the Academy has been the BEST thing that ever happened to my son.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 22 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“The academy fosters a welcoming community where students encourage one another and strive for continuous improvement.”

friendly, respectful dojo 7 mentions

“KCN Beaudoin was a guiding father to all,and the academy provides the kids with a family outside home,discipline with empathy,and skill with humanity.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“The instructors are engaging as they teach students of all ages not just the techniques, but how to be a better person.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“My son loves going to karate he started last month and has picked up so the moves so fast.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 8 mentions

“My daughter has learned self-control, self-respect, and respect for others because partly of the training she has received at the Beaudoin Academy of Karate.”

From the reviews

Beaudoin Academy of Karate is an amazing school. It was founded by Grandmaster Robert Beaudoin and is filled with the rich history of World Tang Soo Do. The instructors care about your personal growth. You will never be just a number to them, you become family.

★★★★★ — Jennifer, May 2020

Beaudoin Academy of Karate is a treasure to Martial artists around the world. The instuctional staff continues to uphold the Legacy of excellence established by its founder Grandmaster Robert Beaudoin. Highest recommendation.

★★★★★ — Michael, May 2020

One of the best martial arts studios in CT. The instructors are engaging as they teach students of all ages not just the techniques, but how to be a better person. This is a family that is welcoming and kind and true to their art.

★★★★★ — Amelia, May 2020

This school (What is called a "Dojang" in Korean terminology) has been my home for over thirty years. My mother and two of my brothers received black belts from this school, I am a third degree black belt at this school, and my wife and my daughter have been training here for several years.

★★★★★ — Daniel, Feb 2023

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Your first Karate class at Beaudoin Academy of 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.

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 Beaudoin Academy of Karate

1264 Meriden Rd, Waterbury, CT06705

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