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Chinese Kenpo of New Mexico

5 ★★★★★ 7 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Las Cruces, New Mexico

Part of Kenpo / Kempo Karate

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Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Website & schedule zianet.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (575) 527-4028

The classes they run

Karate classes on the schedule at Chinese Kenpo of New Mexico, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“I trained under Proffessor Monsivaiz for several years and he taught me self defense like no other teacher could.”

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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 Chinese Kenpo of New Mexico — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“I trained under Proffessor Monsivaiz for several years and he taught me self defense like no other teacher could.”

Other dojos that also teach self-defense →

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 7 Google reviews — in their own words.

traditional style & affiliation 3 mentions

“I'm a student here at Chinese kenpo karate.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 2 mentions

“This place is the best place to be if you want discipline, self-respect, and the ability to defend yourself.”

From the reviews

I trained under Proffessor Monsivaiz for several years and he taught me self defense like no other teacher could. This place is the best place to be if you want discipline, self-respect, and the ability to defend yourself.

★★★★★ — Jj, Dec 2017

I learned american kenpo with monsiviaz sensei I started there and brought a great challenge to me down to earth but unfortunately retired I continued my training in american kenpo never forgot the core defenses he inspired in me I currently am a junior instructor thanks sensei miss ya

★★★★★ — Crystal, Sep 2020

I'm a student here at Chinese kenpo karate.. i am very satisfied with everything I am learning.. professor monzivaez is hands down the best teacher here in las cruces.

★★★★★ — Daniel, Nov 2016

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Your first Karate class at Chinese Kenpo of New Mexico

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 Chinese Kenpo of New Mexico

102 W Conway Ave #2, Las Cruces, NM88005

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