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K1 Karate
4.9 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Lakeville, Minnesota
Plan your first class
- 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 (ages 4–7) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule k1karate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 952-985-0742
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 4–7 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The instructor does an awesome job with the kids and makes classes fun while still teaching structure and self-defense.”
“Our 5 year old son has been going to K1 karate for about 3 months and we couldn’t be more grateful for the little dragons program!”
“K1 karate and master childs have been a great atmosphere for my teenager encouraging discipline and fun all in one.”
“The instructor does an awesome job with the kids and makes classes fun while still teaching structure and self-defense.”
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“The instructor does an awesome job with the kids and makes classes fun while still teaching structure and self-defense.”
What students say
“We’re so thankful to be part of K1 and would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for martial arts training in a positive and welcoming environment.”
“Both Masters Childs are so fantastic with their students, and the comradery and welcoming atmosphere was something that drew us in.”
“Not only does UMA teach all the cool martial arts techniques and postures, but they also focus on valuable life skills like routine, discipline, and calmness.”
“We’ve seen such a positive transformation in our daughter’s confidence and self-discipline, and we couldn’t be more pleased with our choice in UMA.”
“K1 karate and master childs have been a great atmosphere for my teenager encouraging discipline and fun all in one.”
“Not only does K1 offer a variety of classes the invaluable lessons of self-confidence, achievement, courage and responsibility are taught with the utmost respect.”
From the reviews
Absolutely incredible. Great program and my son loves it. The instructors are amazing. It's also very clean and very well taken care of. My son, who hates being barefoot, loves coming to class and kicking off the shoes and socks and is comfortable while learning karate. UMA-Lakeville in absolutely fantastic!!!!
K1 Karate has been such a great experience for our family. The Masters and instructors are amazing—supportive, encouraging, and they truly care about every student. They do such a great job helping build confidence, discipline, and skill while also making classes fun.
My son started at K1 shortly before they split off from UMA, and their program is phenomenal. Both Masters Childs are so fantastic with their students, and the comradery and welcoming atmosphere was something that drew us in.
Our experience with Ultimate Martial Arts (UMA) has been fantastic! My daughter looks forward to her lessons each day, and it’s easy to see why. Not only does UMA teach all the cool martial arts techniques and postures, but they also focus on valuable life skills like routine, discipline, and calmness.
New to Karate? Start at K1 Karate
K1 Karate 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 K1 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.
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