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Dojo's Family Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 82 Google reviews · Karate dojo in West Des Moines, Iowa
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 (ages 4–17) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule mydojos.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 515-223-7189
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 3–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 3–9 pm |
| Thursday | 3–9 pm |
| Friday | 3–6:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Loos is amazing with kids of all ages, he connects and relates to them induvidually and they all look up to him and respect him big time!”
“My kids can't get enough and I love seeing them learn self defense, karate techniques and -most importantly- confidence!”
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“My kids can't get enough and I love seeing them learn self defense, karate techniques and -most importantly- confidence!”
What students say
“The kids had a blast and the instructor was great with them all. Great value for the size of the group too.”
“She increased confidence in herself, is more respectful to herself and others, is helpful to her classmates in the dojo and in the school classroom.”
“My kids can't get enough and I love seeing them learn self defense, karate techniques and -most importantly- confidence!”
“My kids absolutely love it here—they ask me on a daily basis if we are going to Karate later!”
“Besides learning Martial Arts, the kids get to learn different character skills such as respect, discipline, open mindedness, honesty, goal-setting, just to name to name a few.”
From the reviews
My son joined just a few days ago. My wife was overwhelmed by the level of support and caring here. And I thought she was exaggerating. Turns out the Sensei engages every kid and every parent positively. And the experienced kids make sure the new kids are learning and engaged. We're here for the ninja skillls!
Our daughter's Dojo is a fantastic place to learn at all stages in life! The instructors are by far the coolest people you will get to meet! They are also hyper focused on helping you be our best! I highly recommend you come and check out a class for free.... Let there teaching speak for itself!!
We have been a member at Dojos in west Des Moines for a couple sessions now, and the instructors are incredible! They are so good at personalizing each class to the level of children they have! They are so invested in these kiddos! My son looks up to them and looks forward to each class so he can learn more from them.
Our kids have been with the West Des Moines Dojo’s for more than two years now. We have loved being a part of the Dojo’s family. Besides learning Martial Arts, the kids get to learn different character skills such as respect, discipline, open mindedness, honesty, goal-setting, just to name to name a few.
New to Karate? Start at Dojo's Family Martial Arts
Dojo's Family Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. 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 Dojo's Family 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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