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Brentwood Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Los Angeles, California

Karate dojo Affiliated Kids & teens Private lessons

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Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
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  • Phone (310) 826-1022

Hours

Monday 12–9 PM
Tuesday 12–9 PM
Wednesday 12–9 PM
Thursday 12–9 PM
Friday 3–8 PM
Saturday 9 AM–3 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 Brentwood Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 7 mentions

“My son has been taking classes here for over 3 years, since he was 3.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“My son is 6 now and goes to each group and private class with so much excitement.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 9 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 4 mentions

“Master Sampson and Sensei Bryce have been patient, strong, kind, and incredible teachers.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 4 mentions

“I’ve not only gained the physical forms and techniques, but the mental toughness and spiritual enlightenment as well in a fun, almost lighthearted environment.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 7 mentions

“The program has been amazing in both making him physically stronger and teaching him patience and focus, which has translated wonderfully for school and other activities.”

From the reviews

I have been a student for over eight years and my experience has been amazing. The style of teaching here under Master Sampson and the other wonderful sensei’s, can best be described with three words- mind, body and spirit.

★★★★★ — David, Nov 2017

Great studio! My son has been taking classes here for over 3 years, since he was 3.5. The program has been amazing in both making him physically stronger and teaching him patience and focus, which has translated wonderfully for school and other activities.

★★★★★ — Julia, Aug 2025

Love this studio! Master Sampson and Sensei Bryce are great with younger kids. They're patient, kind, and adapt well to different learning styles. They do a mix of 1:1 teaching and group classes to ensure the students are continuously challenged, while mastering different forms.

★★★★★ — Daisy, Aug 2025

This studio is amazing! My son started at 4 years old. A friend recommended them to help with his confidence as he was shy and easily emotional. Master Sampson and Sensei Bryce have been patient, strong, kind, and incredible teachers. My son is 6 now and goes to each group and private class with so much excitement.

★★★★★ — Ashley, Aug 2025

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Your first Karate class at Brentwood Martial Arts

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 Brentwood Martial Arts

11942 San Vicente Blvd, Los Angeles, CA90049

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