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Heif's Kenpo Karate & Kickboxing

5 ★★★★★ 6 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Grand Junction, Colorado

Part of Kenpo / Kempo Karate

Karate dojo Affiliated Kids & teens Weapons / kobudo Competition team

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

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Weapons / kobudo traditional weapons (kobudo) classes — kata with the bo, sai, and nunchaku, taught with control and discipline
  • 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 heifskenpokarate.net — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 970-623-9787

Hours

Monday 6:30–7:30 pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 5–7:30 pm
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
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 Heif's Kenpo Karate & Kickboxing, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 4 mentions

“Heif's Kenpo Karate & Kickboxing is a great family oriented place (for children, teens and adults) to learn traditional Kenpo techniques, self discipline and respect for others.”

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🥊 Kumite / Sparring 2 mentions

“Training is two nights per week, one night of techniques and one night of sparring.”

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⚔️ Weapons (Kobudo)

“If interested, you are able to learn to use, and defend yourself against weapons (such as: Sai's, and Escrima Sticks).”

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Teens

“Heif's Kenpo Karate & Kickboxing is a great family oriented place (for children, teens and adults) to learn traditional Kenpo techniques, self discipline and respect for others.”

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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 Heif's Kenpo Karate & Kickboxing — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🥊 Kickboxing 2 mentions

“Heif's Kenpo Karate & Kickboxing is a great family oriented place (for children, teens and adults) to learn traditional Kenpo techniques, self discipline and respect for others.”

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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 6 Google reviews — in their own words.

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 3 mentions

“Heif's Kenpo Karate & Kickboxing is a great family oriented place (for children, teens and adults) to learn traditional Kenpo techniques, self discipline and respect for others.”

active competition / tournament team 3 mentions

“You are able to travel to and compete in tournaments with your teammates and use what you've learned against others with different martial arts styles.”

traditional style & affiliation 4 mentions

“Heif's Kenpo Karate & Kickboxing is a great family oriented place (for children, teens and adults) to learn traditional Kenpo techniques, self discipline and respect for others.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 4 mentions

“Heif's Kenpo Karate & Kickboxing is a great family oriented place (for children, teens and adults) to learn traditional Kenpo techniques, self discipline and respect for others.”

From the reviews

Heif's Kenpo Karate & Kickboxing is a great family oriented place (for children, teens and adults) to learn traditional Kenpo techniques, self discipline and respect for others. Training is two nights per week, one night of techniques and one night of sparring.

★★★★★ — Jennifer, Nov 2021

My 14 year old son started karate here 3 years ago and he has learned so much! His confidence has grown as well! It's extremely affordable and no contract is required! The instructors are professional, highly trained and know how to work with kids. They also have classes for adults! We love this program!

★★★★★ — Roxanne, Jul 2025

The instructors, other students, atmosphere and unity is truly amazing. I am so glad God allowed me to explore and find Heif's Kenpo Karate & Kickboxing.

★★★★★ — Raymond, Jun 2023

Awesome place! My kids love it here! And they make you feel just as welcomed! Highly recommend!

★★★★★ — Laurynn, Sep 2022

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Your first Karate class at Heif's Kenpo Karate & Kickboxing

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 Heif's Kenpo Karate & Kickboxing

123 S 3rd St, Grand Junction, CO81501

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