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Championship Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 252 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Kaysville, Utah
Affiliated dojo — reviews and the dojo's own info point to a recognized Karate style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Goju-Ryu, Isshinryu, Tiger Schulmann's or Villari's). If lineage matters to you, ask which style and organization the dojo belongs to, and under whom the head sensei earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- 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
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Weapons / kobudo traditional weapons (kobudo) classes — kata with the bo, sai, and nunchaku, taught with control and discipline
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule cmaut.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 801-725-1170
Hours
| Monday | 2–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 2–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 2–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 2–9:30 pm |
| Friday | 2–9:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Championship Martial Arts (CMA) in Kaysville is a great place for kids and families looking to dive into the world of martial arts.”
“The leaders are enthusiastic and personally want to see each child (and adults) reach their fullest potential from beginners to advanced on varying degrees of difficulty.”
“They sen-sai’s have been great in leading, guiding, and even given correction when needed.”
“Confidence, respect and self defense!”
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“Confidence, respect and self defense!”
What students say
“The leaders are enthusiastic and personally want to see each child (and adults) reach their fullest potential from beginners to advanced on varying degrees of difficulty.”
“If you have a person in your family who is in need of more disapline, positive reinforcement, supportive leadership, and active fun in their life, this is the place to be!”
“They have worked with me to make sure my kids have the best program available. Love them and definitely recommend for any child!”
“The positive social interaction has built his confidence and the discipline required in learning this sport is spot-on for his teenage years.”
From the reviews
The teachers are amazing! Especially with my kids who have special needs. They guide and encourage and make karate so much fun!
My 8 year old son has struggled with anxiety for quite some time. After trying therapy for months with little progress, we were recommended martial arts. When looking for Dojo, hands down, Championship Martial Arts in Kaysville was the most responsive.
Championship Martial Arts (CMA) in Kaysville is a great place for kids and families looking to dive into the world of martial arts. The gym provides a welcoming environment with a strong focus on personal development alongside physical training, and it’s clear from the start that the staff is passionate about helping…
After 5 years at CMA, my 16 year old son still enjoys going to his karate lessons--4 times a week! The positive social interaction has built his confidence and the discipline required in learning this sport is spot-on for his teenage years.
New to Karate? Start at Championship Martial Arts
Championship Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo, going by their listing and students’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a dojo, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and the sensei scales the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable dojos build fundamentals (stances, blocks, punches, and kicks) for weeks, and kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, with pads and control. Third, all levels and ages really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Karate class at Championship 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.
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