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Karate for Kids - South Salem
5 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Salem, Oregon
Plan your first class
- Free trial / intro class most dojos welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Membership memberships around $99/mo — many dojos also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-student rates
- 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 4–12) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule salemartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (503) 371-4856
Hours
| Monday | 3–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 3–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–8 PM |
| Thursday | 3–7 PM |
| Friday | 3–8 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“He helped my daughter find her strengths, independence, and helped sculpt her into finding who she really is.”
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What students say
“Amazing Instructors who promote respect during class and encourage kindness and respect toward others outside of school as well”
“They do provide healthy activities for children and adults, but also examples of respect, discipline, and courtesy for everyone.”
From the reviews
Karate for Kids is more than an activity, a private school, or a gym. They are a shining star of consistency in an ever changing world. They do provide healthy activities for children and adults, but also examples of respect, discipline, and courtesy for everyone.
Outstanding service, dedication, and support of our community! Mr. And mrs. Vp have dedicated their lives to serving others, through honor, integrity, and education. Empowering all who are willing, through discipline and education to NEVER BE A VICTIM! And to always help others! #always be ready
Jerry is an amazing instructor and knows exactly what he is doing. My teenager is in his Krav Maga class. He helped my daughter find her strengths, independence, and helped sculpt her into finding who she really is. Jerry and Theresa are wonderful people! Completely recommend.
Amazing Instructors who promote respect during class and encourage kindness and respect toward others outside of school as well
New to Karate? Start at Karate for Kids - South Salem
Karate for Kids - South Salem 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 Karate for Kids - South Salem
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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