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Champion Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 62 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Latrobe, Pennsylvania

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  • Free trial / intro class most dojos welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • 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 championlatrobe.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (724) 259-7549

Hours

Monday 5–8:30 PM
Tuesday 4–8 PM
Wednesday 5–8:30 PM
Thursday 4–8 PM
Friday 4–8 PM
Saturday 10 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 Champion Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 26 mentions

“My son has been attending this karate school for a year, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“Over the years, he has helped countless students not only learn self defense, but also learn how to be confident in their everyday lives.”

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

🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Over the years, he has helped countless students not only learn self defense, but also learn how to be confident in their everyday lives.”

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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 62 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 5 mentions

“There's a good amount of younger kids and they seem to have a great time with each other, they're all learning from the instructor, and he's patient with all of the children.”

friendly, respectful dojo 9 mentions

“My child has some behavioral challenges, and Master Sherbaugh has been incredibly patient, supportive, and effective in working with him.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“Master Sherbough is a fantastic instructor that can teach anyone of any age how to learn this martial art form.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“I enrolled my son in October and he adores classes!”

active competition / tournament team 6 mentions

“Totally recommend 🥋🥋🥋🥋🥋🥋 trust me, if I like it you are going to love it too 🥋 you go to fun tournaments and KICK the competition every time!”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 17 mentions

“He spends a lot of time with each student focusing on where they thrive and where they need improvement.”

From the reviews

Master sherbaugh is very fun with the kids and me. I’ve been doing it for almost a year now. This is a very good karate dojung. 10/10 RECOMMEND TO COME HERE. This is probably the best karate you can get!

★★★★★ — Colton, Apr 2024

This is an amazing school. I've never seen a teacher reach so many people on an individual level! Master Sherbaugh can truly teach any age and any skill level. Each student has the ability to grow and improve at their own level with his encouragement.

★★★★★ — Valerie, Feb 2022

I have multiple neurodivergent children that attend Champion Martial Arts. And Master Sherbaugh does an amazing job keeping them focused, learning, and improving. Not only in their karate skills, but in their life skills as well.

★★★★★ — Tiffany, Apr 2023

My two kids and Husband take Karate at Champion Martial Arts, they love it. The Instructor is very Knowledgeable. It is great that Master Sherbaugh teaches discipline as well. He is very patient. He will make you work for your belts in karate and doesn’t just hand them out. We are very happy with his teaching methods.

★★★★★ — Jennifer, Apr 2021

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Your first Karate class at Champion 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 Champion Martial Arts

312 Unity Plz, Latrobe, PA15650

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