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Focus Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 55 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Woburn, Massachusetts

Free trial Kids & teens

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  • 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
  • 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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  • Website & schedule focusmawoburn.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 339-999-2107

Hours

Monday 2–8 pm
Tuesday 2–8 pm
Wednesday 2–8 pm
Thursday 2–8 pm
Friday 2–7:30 pm
Saturday 9 am–12 pm
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 Focus Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 36 mentions

“Both of my children (5 & 8) as well as myself attend Focus Martial Arts in the Focus Kids, Youth and Adult programs respectively, and love everything this school has to offer.”

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Teens

“In times when adolescents are struggling to find community and purpose, this school does a great service by creating such a space for young people.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 55 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 4 mentions

“Shihan Marco is an incredible teacher and this is highlighted by how good he is with the students in both instruction and interaction.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“The staff is amazing, there are multiple opportunities to come to the dojo and engage with other families who attend and it is a very welcoming environment.”

friendly, respectful dojo 13 mentions

“The staff is amazing, there are multiple opportunities to come to the dojo and engage with other families who attend and it is a very welcoming environment.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“From the moment we arrived, Marco and his team made us feel so welcomed, handling every detail with such care, warmth, and professionalism.”

🧒 strong kids program 13 mentions

“Both of my children (5 & 8) as well as myself attend Focus Martial Arts in the Focus Kids, Youth and Adult programs respectively, and love everything this school has to offer.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 56 mentions

“Both of my children (5 & 8) as well as myself attend Focus Martial Arts in the Focus Kids, Youth and Adult programs respectively, and love everything this school has to offer.”

From the reviews

I am Junia Oliveira, david’s mom . I cannot express how happy I am with the progress my son has made at Focus Martial Arts! He started at age 4 and now, at age 8, he has a purple belt. The growth you see in his skills, confidence, and discipline is truly remarkable.

★★★★★ — Junia, Apr 2025

Both of my boys (11) and (9) attend Focus Martial Arts! The dojo is welcoming, fun and a perfect setting for kids to push their comfort zone, learn martial arts and grow in confidence. Shihan Marco believes in the importance of leadership in young people and fosters it through very real opportunities.

★★★★★ — Nate, Dec 2024

I enrolled my daughter at focus martial arts when she was three years old. I was immediately in awe of the relationship building all the teachers there do to connect with their students and build rapport.

★★★★★ — Jamie, Jun 2023

Both of my children (5 & 8) as well as myself attend Focus Martial Arts in the Focus Kids, Youth and Adult programs respectively, and love everything this school has to offer.

★★★★★ — Jay, Aug 2023

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Your first Karate class at Focus 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.

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 Focus Martial Arts

6 Cummings Park Dr, Woburn, MA01801

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