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California Karate Academy
5 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Vista, California
Plan your first class
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ourkarateacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (760) 522-2091
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We cannot thank SBN Mikita, SBN Arango, Coach Brent and their entire staff enough for the care, discipline, skill and confidence that the experience has given to both of my sons.”
“The karate skills they have learned are great, but they have also learned respect, manners, self defense, commitment, responsibility, and self discipline.”
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“The karate skills they have learned are great, but they have also learned respect, manners, self defense, commitment, responsibility, and self discipline.”
What students say
“She thoroughly enjoyed learning from Sah Bum Nim Arango (the master instructor) and the other instructors, who were incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and supportive.”
“My son actually remembers the Korean words and even the names of the forms — which, honestly, I didn’t expect!”
“Unfortunately, we had to move and could no longer continue at the academy, which was a very difficult decision given how much my daughter loved being there.”
“We cannot thank SBN Mikita, SBN Arango, Coach Brent and their entire staff enough for the care, discipline, skill and confidence that the experience has given to both of my sons.”
From the reviews
I can't recommend CKA enough. My son started there a couple years ago, then my daughter, husband, and I recently started attended the adults classes. My children have gained not only knowledge of Tang Soo Do, but have also improved their focus, listening skills, confidence, as well as made many new friends.
The classes here are so well thought out. Kids aren’t just doing moves — they’re also learning the culture, the discipline, and the meaning behind what they do. They count in Korean, learn the names of kicks and punches, follow basic commands, and practice showing respect — to their instructors, to each other, and…
My daughter attended the California Karate Academy at the Vista location for over a year, and it was a wonderful experience. She thoroughly enjoyed learning from Sah Bum Nim Arango (the master instructor) and the other instructors, who were incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and supportive.
I am so thankful that I found California Karate Academy, my daughter attends classes in the Vista studio, and all the instructors are extremely professional, passionate, helpful and friendly.
Your first Karate class at California 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.
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