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Jeff Speakman Kenpo 5.0 Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Gilbert, Arizona

Part of Kenpo / Kempo Karate

Karate dojo 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

  • 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 jeffspeakmanarizona.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (480) 907-7981

Hours

Monday 4–9 PM
Tuesday 4–9 PM
Wednesday 4–9 PM
Thursday 4–9 PM
Friday 4–8 PM
Saturday 10 AM–2 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 Jeff Speakman Kenpo 5.0 Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 3 mentions

“I highly recommend this school to any kids or adults looking for self defense or confidence and self-discipline.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“I highly recommend this school to any kids or adults looking for self defense or confidence and self-discipline.”

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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 Jeff Speakman Kenpo 5.0 Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“I highly recommend this school to any kids or adults looking for self defense or confidence and self-discipline.”

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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 9 Google reviews — in their own words.

traditional style & affiliation 3 mentions

“I searched for about 20 years to find a school in the East Valley that was worth my time to continue my Kenpo education.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 2 mentions

“I highly recommend this school to any kids or adults looking for self defense or confidence and self-discipline.”

From the reviews

This is Brian Kelly Richards I trained with my sensei I absolutely love the school I just wish I could still go there but it’s too far for me I live in a central Phoenix area I remember when I used to train with a lot of the sensei is the older son say he was awesome I forgot his name because it’s been so long I left…

★★★★★ — Ii-Badsport, Jun 2023

Great school with knowledgeable and passionate instructors with decades of experience. I searched for about 20 years to find a school in the East Valley that was worth my time to continue my Kenpo education. This was the first school that fit my criteria and went beyond my expectations.

★★★★★ — Michael, Nov 2019

Such a great karate school!!! Clean, modern, professional and kind instructors, who are truly great guiding figures for kids and adults alike. The karate they teach is highly effective and useful.

★★★★★ — Berj, Sep 2017

Rare find. Very good instructor with a wealth of knowledge to guide you on the training journey. Jeff Speakman Kenpo 5.0 is definitely a go to school.

★★★★★ — Mr., Mar 2021

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Your first Karate class at Jeff Speakman Kenpo 5.0 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 Jeff Speakman Kenpo 5.0 Martial Arts

884 W Warner Rd Ste B1, Gilbert, AZ85233

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