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East West Martial Arts
4.7 ★★★★★ 81 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Vancouver, Washington
Plan your first class
- 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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule vancouvermartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (360) 695-6501
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“She really does a good job of getting the kids to focus, teaching stranger danger, and teaching the basics of martial arts to the littles.”
“Krav Maga has changed my life and the environment is so wonderful that I also have my four year old daughter enrolled in their Tiny Tigers program.”
“My kids and I participate in children's, teen and adult programs.”
“This may not be the school for everyone so you should definitely take advantage of the discounted promos they have and the one-on-one intro sessions.”
“I highly urge anyone who has ever thought about martial arts training or who just wants to get fit and learn some self defense to enroll in classes.”
Other martial arts here
“I got started with self defense a little later than normal (37 yrs old) and each staff member has made the process really accessible.”
What students say
“The staff are very welcoming, friendly and seem to take a personal interest in the students, it was nice to be welcomed by name only my second visit.”
“Edit: We have been at East West since 2018 and have seen our daughter grow in confidence and leadership.”
“She really does a good job of getting the kids to focus, teaching stranger danger, and teaching the basics of martial arts to the littles.”
From the reviews
I'll cut to the chase and say that I'm a BIG fan of what they have going on at the Hazel Dell location. I got started with self defense a little later than normal (37 yrs old) and each staff member has made the process really accessible.
My kids and I participate in children's, teen and adult programs. It's my favorite activity we've ever done together. It's great discipline and exercise, and builds confidence for all of us. The instructors and curriculum are great, and the kids really look up to their instructors.
I started taking Krav Maga classes at East West last fall when I was recovering from cancer treatment. I was exhausted every day and very out of shape. I've been a student for over a year now, and it has changed my life. I'm more physically fit, self-confident, and happier than I've ever been.
If you want to get better in every way, sign up for classes at East West Martial Arts! All the instructors here motivate you to do your best and encourage you to keep trying, regardless of your experience level. I leave every class with more confidence, strength and knowledge than I came in with.
New to Karate? Start at East West Martial Arts
East West 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 East West 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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