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Karate for Christ of Arizona

5 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Tempe, Arizona

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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Hours

Monday 9 am–7:30 pm
Tuesday 9 am–7:30 pm
Wednesday 9 am–7:30 pm
Thursday 9 am–7:30 pm
Friday 9 am–7:30 pm
Saturday 9 am–7:30 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 Karate for Christ of Arizona, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 4 mentions

“My son’s experience at this Kajukenbo school has been truly incredible.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 6 mentions

“Kajukenbo is an awesome martial art and the self defense techniques and the palama sets are fun and very effective for a real life self defense situation.”

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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 Karate for Christ of Arizona — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 6 mentions

“Kajukenbo is an awesome martial art and the self defense techniques and the palama sets are fun and very effective for a real life self defense situation.”

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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 27 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 7 mentions

“Sifu Dennis is not just an excellent instructor but also a strong Christian mentor who leads with integrity, faith, and compassion.”

friendly, respectful dojo 14 mentions

“Karate for Christ is a welcoming group with great teacher that makes all students feel like part of the family.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“Kajukenbo is an awesome martial art and the self defense techniques and the palama sets are fun and very effective for a real life self defense situation.”

traditional style & affiliation 2 mentions

“While part of a larger Kenpo community, this is still an independent operation that is flexible to our needs.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 7 mentions

“Karate for Christ is led by godly instructors that focus not just on how to do karate but also how to have a meaningful relationship with God and their fellow man.”

From the reviews

Sifu Dennis is a wonderful martial arts instructor. He really cares about all of his students. Once I walked in the door I was treated like family. I also love Jesus and his school is also about Our relationship with Jesus Christ. We pray at the beginning and at the end of class.

★★★★★ — K, Jan 2021

I am so thankful to Sifu Dennis for all he has done. He is one amazing instructor that shows love and compassion to his students and parents. The other instructors are also amazing

★★★★★ — James, Jan 2021

Karate for Christ is a welcoming group with great teacher that makes all students feel like part of the family. A place where you can exercise both body and your soul.

★★★★★ — Magdiel, Jan 2021

Sifu Dennis and his team are the 💣.....Great instructors and role models who really care about the well being of their students. Highly recommend!!

★★★★★ — Aaron, Jan 2021

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Your first Karate class at Karate for Christ of Arizona

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 Karate for Christ of Arizona

5815 S McClintock Dr, Tempe, AZ85283

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