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Franklin Family Karate

5 ★★★★★ 8 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Franklin, Massachusetts

Karate dojo Free trial Affiliated Kids & teens

Affiliated dojo — reviews and the dojo's own info point to a recognized Karate style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Goju-Ryu, Isshinryu, Tiger Schulmann's or Villari's). If lineage matters to you, ask which style and organization the dojo belongs to, and under whom the head sensei earned their black belt.

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
  • 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 franklinfamilykarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 508-520-3807

Hours

Monday 3:30–8:30 pm
Tuesday 3:30–8 pm
Wednesday 3:30–8:30 pm
Thursday 3:30–8:30 pm
Friday 4–7 pm
Saturday 9 am–3:30 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 Franklin Family Karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 3 mentions

“I was a student of Mr Crehans for years and now my son is.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“I love that they've learned basic self defense but am even happier that they've learned self-discipline and respect.”

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

🛡️ Self-Defense

“I love that they've learned basic self defense but am even happier that they've learned self-discipline and respect.”

Other dojos that also teach self-defense →

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 8 Google reviews — in their own words.

builds confidence, discipline & respect 2 mentions

“I love that they've learned basic self defense but am even happier that they've learned self-discipline and respect.”

From the reviews

Both of my kids have learned Kenpo from Mr. Crehan. I love that they've learned basic self defense but am even happier that they've learned self-discipline and respect.

★★★★★ — Thecrowyouknow, Sep 2022

Mr. Crehan does a great job conducting classes for our kids. Very patient and excellent communication with everyone.

★★★★★ — Mark, Dec 2020

I was a student of Mr Crehans for years and now my son is. This place is the best!

★★★★★ — Czuuncutt, Jan 2026

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Your first Karate class at Franklin 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 Franklin Family Karate

31 Hayward St Unit G, Franklin, MA02038

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