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Guzman Championship Martial Arts

4.9 ★★★★★ 468 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Las Cruces, New Mexico

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
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  • Website & schedule guzmandojo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (575) 644-9083

Hours

Monday 4–8 PM
Tuesday 9–10 AM, 4–8:30 PM
Wednesday 9:30–11 AM, 4–8 PM
Thursday 4–8:30 PM
Friday 4–8 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 Guzman Championship Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 15 mentions

“My son has been attending Guzman’s for over a year now, and I have noticed a significant improvement in his confidence and self-esteem.”

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🐉 Little Dragons

“I just recently signed up my 3-year-old daughter for the Little Dragons program, and she is loving it.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“My kids are learning self defense techniques as well as Respect, Discipline, Dedication, and Self confidence.”

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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 Guzman Championship Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🥊 Kickboxing 6 mentions

“Been on my black belt journey doing Muay Thai kickboxing now for 3 years, love the establishment and programs they offer.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“My kids are learning self defense techniques as well as Respect, Discipline, Dedication, and Self confidence.”

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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 468 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 2 mentions

“Sensi Guzman has always been an amazing instructor!”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“At Guzman Martial Arts, the instructors take the time to teach everything step by step and make sure you understand each technique before moving on.”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“Guzman Martial arts has given our kids a great deal of discipline and confidence that continues to grow daily.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 16 mentions

“My son has been attending Guzman’s for over a year now, and I have noticed a significant improvement in his confidence and self-esteem.”

From the reviews

My son has been attending Guzman’s for over a year now, and I have noticed a significant improvement in his confidence and self-esteem. I love that the students are encouraged to respect their instructors, parents, and peers, and the instructors are great at teaching other important core values in an effective way…

★★★★★ — Marina, Feb 2024

It’s been nothing but positive vibes at Guzman Karate. My kids are learning self defense techniques as well as Respect, Discipline, Dedication, and Self confidence. The Sensei’s and Junior leaders are great!!!

★★★★★ — Louie, Nov 2023

I tried different martial arts schools before coming to Guzman Martial Arts, and the difference was huge. At the first place, they mostly expected me to copy the moves without really explaining them, which made it difficult to learn.

★★★★★ — Joselyn, Jun 2026

Thank you to Master Sensei Eli Guzman. Also to all the other staff at Guzman Sport Karate/Kickboxing. My daughter is currently enrolled at the dojo, and she has learned and grown so much being a part of this program. I hope she continues on her journey to become a black belt someday!

★★★★★ — Marcus, Jan 2023

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Your first Karate class at Guzman Championship 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 Guzman Championship Martial Arts

1203 N Main St, Las Cruces, NM88001

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