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Glkenpo karate

5 ★★★★★ 21 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Clovis, California

Karate dojo Kids & teens

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Hours

Monday 3–8 PM
Tuesday 4–8 PM
Wednesday 3–8 PM
Thursday 3–8 PM
Friday 4–6 PM
Saturday Closed
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 Glkenpo karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 5 mentions

“The owner opened the doors for my kids with a great welcoming!”

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🥊 Kumite / Sparring

“But they have a great blend of sparring.”

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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 Glkenpo karate — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

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 21 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“My boys have participated in GL Kenpo for over 3 years and everytime I walk through the doors there is a welcoming, family atmosphere.”

friendly, respectful dojo 7 mentions

“My boys have participated in GL Kenpo for over 3 years and everytime I walk through the doors there is a welcoming, family atmosphere.”

traditional style & affiliation 5 mentions

“Hi I am Stevie Carter and I have been to GL Kenpo karate for over 3 years now I love the teachers and I love that I take care of the classes too I just love karate 💗”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 2 mentions

“Discipline and respect are a huge part of the program.”

From the reviews

Excellent place for young ones to begin their Karate experience. Discipline and respect are a huge part of the program. I was impressed that at any age, they must earn their advancement stripes on their belt by proving their ability. Nothing is given arbitrarily. They must prove they’ve learned their set.

★★★★★ — Matt, Jul 2019

My boys have participated in GL Kenpo for over 3 years and everytime I walk through the doors there is a welcoming, family atmosphere. Graham and his instructors take each of their students and really take the time to get to know them and help them to make sure they know what they are doing and why they are doing it.

★★★★★ — Desiree, Jun 2020

The people here are amazing at what they do and what they teach. The dojo is such a positive place to be and everyone's so encouraging. A great place for learning.

★★★★★ — Anna, Mar 2016

World class Instructors, literally people come from around the globe just to study under this Sensei.

★★★★★ — Rick, Nov 2016

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Your first Karate class at Glkenpo 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 Glkenpo karate

2139 Shaw Ave, Clovis, CA93611

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