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Family Karate

4.9 ★★★★★ 22 Google reviews · Karate dojo in San Diego, California

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — 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
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  • Phone +1 858-240-7655

Hours

Monday 4–8:30 pm
Tuesday 4–8:30 pm
Wednesday 4–8 pm
Thursday 5–8:05 pm
Friday 2–2:30 pm
Saturday 8:30–11:30 am
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 Family Karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 18 mentions

“We moved here recently and tried out a few Karate classes for my son who had been doing Karate for several years out of state.”

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🥋 Adult Karate 2 mentions

“I Joined Family Karate In the Teen/Adult Classes From 7:00 - 8:00pm The Teachers are Wonderful!”

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Teens

“I Joined Family Karate In the Teen/Adult Classes From 7:00 - 8:00pm The Teachers are Wonderful!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“I Love Karate Class We miss Daniel DeNigris i am Learning last Night Practice Do Son Form is Really Heard and i Say Never give up working on Self-Defense”

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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 Family Karate — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🦵 Taekwondo

“My son just started attending the adaptive Taekwondo classes and we love it.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“I Love Karate Class We miss Daniel DeNigris i am Learning last Night Practice Do Son Form is Really Heard and i Say Never give up working on Self-Defense”

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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 22 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 9 mentions

“This club has so many excellent qualities: all of the teachers are super friendly, clear in their instructions, and use lots of praise and encouragement.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“I Love Karate Class We miss Daniel DeNigris i am Learning last Night Practice Do Son Form is Really Heard and i Say Never give up working on Self-Defense”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 7 mentions

“They not only instill lots of positivity and confidence into each student, but they also teach core values and moral code.”

From the reviews

Absolutely love this place! They work with autistic children and are very patient. In just 2 visits, my 2 kids have shown more discipline! Everyone is so friendly to each other. Highly recommended!

★★★★★ — Nicole, Oct 2023

Family karate is a great place! The Instructors are phenomenal with teaching the kids displine, while still maintaining a fun and energetic atmosphere! Highly recommended.

★★★★★ — D, Jun 2025

We moved here recently and tried out a few Karate classes for my son who had been doing Karate for several years out of state. This club has so many excellent qualities: all of the teachers are super friendly, clear in their instructions, and use lots of praise and encouragement.

★★★★★ — Lorraine, Sep 2023

Jacob has learned self-control, when to listen, when to speak, sportsmanship, and perseverance. Head instructor Mr. Andrew Thompson does an excellent job of setting a great example by practicing what he teaches, and knows how to balance tough and tender moments with my son and the other students.

★★★★★ — Dan, Jul 2025

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Your first Karate class at Family 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 Family Karate

12798 Rancho Peñasquitos Blvd, San Diego, CA92129

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