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Go For It Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 103 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Hicksville, New York
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
- 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
- Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule goforitmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 516-932-5275
Hours
| Monday | 10:30 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 2–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:30 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 2–9 pm |
| Friday | 2–9 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Thank you Sensei Matthew Larrea and Go For It Martial Arts team, for putting a smile on my son’s face, making him stronger, and building his confidence.”
“I definitely recommend Go For It Martial Arts in Hicksville to all my friends who may be instructed in self defense and confidence building that comes with achievement.”
“He's more disciplined, listens and does that are things asked of him the first time.”
Other martial arts here
“My daughter Sarah has been with Tae Kwondo for the past 2 years now and since then has moved up 7 belt levels.”
“I definitely recommend Go For It Martial Arts in Hicksville to all my friends who may be instructed in self defense and confidence building that comes with achievement.”
What students say
“We’re so grateful to be part of such a positive and supportive dojo, led by an incredible Sensei and Joshu who truly care about their students’ growth.”
“I truly appreciate the supportive environment and highly recommend this school to any parent looking for a program that develops both physical and personal growth.”
“My daughter absolutely loves this karate school.”
“Earning a trophy, getting promoted to Purple II belt on to his brown, and joining the tournament team- this is just the beginning!”
“The facility is always spotless — you can tell cleanliness is truly a priority here.”
“I definitely recommend Go For It Martial Arts in Hicksville to all my friends who may be instructed in self defense and confidence building that comes with achievement.”
From the reviews
I enrolled my 8 year old son in GoForIt Martial Arts in July 2023. It has been almost 4 months and I've seen a vast improvement in his behavior at home. He's more disciplined, listens and does that are things asked of him the first time.
Earning a trophy, getting promoted to Purple II belt on to his brown, and joining the tournament team- this is just the beginning! Thank you Sensei Matthew Larrea and Go For It Martial Arts team, for putting a smile on my son’s face, making him stronger, and building his confidence.
Love this school!! My son started here early February, probably one of the best decisions I’ve made. One thing I love is the fact that joshu is extremely amazing with kids however stern at the same time. Kevin is very caring and direct.
It has been over a year and Our experience with GoForIt Martial Arts has been nothing short of amazing. What makes it truly special for us is that we get to train as a family. It’s become something we all look forward to, and it’s brought us closer together while helping us grow individually.
New to Karate? Start at Go For It Martial Arts
Go For It 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 Go For It 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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