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Dan D'Onfro World Class Kenpo

5 ★★★★★ 13 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Dartmouth, Massachusetts

Part of Kenpo / Kempo Karate

Karate dojo Affiliated Kids & teens

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

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Phone +1 508-999-9552

The classes they run

Karate classes on the schedule at Dan D'Onfro World Class Kenpo, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 10 mentions

“I'm watching Sensei D'Onfro and another member of his school work pads for children at the Special Olympics in Dartmouth .”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“My Daughters love this school and they have learned many great skills for both self defense and confidence.”

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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 Dan D'Onfro World Class Kenpo — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“My Daughters love this school and they have learned many great skills for both self defense and confidence.”

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 13 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 2 mentions

“Amazing karate school with very knowledgable & patient instructors”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“My Daughters love this school and they have learned many great skills for both self defense and confidence.”

From the reviews

Mr. Dan and the instructors are amazing with the kids. If your looking to get your kids into some thing this is the place to go

★★★★★ — Lance, Apr 2025

My Daughters love this school and they have learned many great skills for both self defense and confidence. Mr. Dan and his staff are wonderful and very patient with the kids. 10/10 would definitely recommend this school for everyone both kids and adults interested in martial arts.

★★★★★ — Curt, Jun 2025

I'm watching Sensei D'Onfro and another member of his school work pads for children at the Special Olympics in Dartmouth ... So impressed by their efforts...very appreciative, thank you

★★★★★ — B, May 2026

The best karate place around, my son absolutely loves it here. Mr Dan and staff are great with the kids! Wouldn’t go anywhere else!

★★★★★ — Katie, Feb 2025

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Your first Karate class at Dan D'Onfro World Class Kenpo

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 Dan D'Onfro World Class Kenpo

360 Faunce Corner Rd, Dartmouth, MA02747

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