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David Fuller Karate

5 ★★★★★ 61 Google reviews · Karate dojo in West Chester, Pennsylvania

Karate dojo Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team

Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
  • Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
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  • Website & schedule davidfullerkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (484) 983-0202

Hours

Monday 10 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–8 PM
Thursday 10 AM–8 PM
Friday 12–6 PM
Saturday Closed
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 David Fuller Karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 32 mentions

“My son has taken martial arts lessons for almost two years, done summer camp, parents night out, leadership training, and other events.”

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🐉 Little Dragons

“My oldest started in the Little Ninja Class, instructed by Ms.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“We must say whether you are in need of a group karate lesson, a single one on one lesson or a child birthday party, David Fuller Karate has always been our place to go!”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 61 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 4 mentions

“Master Fuller puts great detail in knowing every child's full ability and guides them towards their full potential!”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“Master Fuller couldn't have been more patient and welcoming to him, even sending him video-texts encouraging him to come back to class.”

friendly, respectful dojo 5 mentions

“Plus from a parent stand point it's great to see how it's shaping him into a boy who wants to listen better, be more respectful, and continue to improve overall as a brother/son.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“Master Fuller puts great detail in knowing every child's full ability and guides them towards their full potential!”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“Although they are strict, they are also personable, compassionate, great with kids, and my boys always leave with smiles on their faces.”

clean, welcoming dojo 4 mentions

“The gym is very clean and well-equipped, and the "observation room" for parents/grandparents is comfortable, quiet and welcoming.”

From the reviews

Choosing a Karate School for your children is hard...but I think we struck gold!! Both of my boys attend David Fuller Karate School. My oldest started in the Little Ninja Class, instructed by Ms. Stephanie at age 4. Now, 6 years later, he enjoys Master Fuller's Advanced Class. My youngest too has found a home at DFK.

★★★★★ — Jayme, Apr 2017

My 6 years old little girl is going to David Fuller Karate for the last 3 months. We are told about Master Fuller's class by one of our common friends. Still we remember our first meet with Master Fuller which is warm and happy. After meeting him we did not get second thought and registered immediately.

★★★★★ — Karthikeyan, Dec 2017

My son recently joined Fuller Karate and it has been a huge benefit for him and us. He enjoys his various activities he is involved with, but Karate he loves. He loves the instructors, he loves the lessons, he asks everyday to go.

★★★★★ — Mark, Nov 2018

My son joined the children's program a few months ago. He loves it, and it is the most invigorating physical activity he gets in a week. All of the teachers are great at engaging and encouraging the kids.

★★★★★ — Tim, May 2022

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Your first Karate class at David Fuller Karate

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 David Fuller Karate

840 Lincoln Ave Ste D1, West Chester, PA19380

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