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Karate Fountain Valley

5 ★★★★★ 74 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Fountain Valley, California

Karate dojo Free trial Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team

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
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • 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
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  • Website & schedule fv.ussdstudents.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 714-964-7799

Hours

Monday 9 am–9 pm
Tuesday 9 am–9 pm
Wednesday 9 am–9 pm
Thursday 9 am–9 pm
Friday 9 am–9 pm
Saturday 9 am–5 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 Fountain Valley, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 25 mentions

“My daughter Bell just started this karate class, and from the very first moment we entered from door, we truly felt like part of a family.”

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Teens

“What a great place for a teenager to grow.”

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👤 Private Lessons 2 mentions

“He learns a lot from sensei Ben on his private lessons.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“I would recommend this place to any parent wanting their children to develop self defense.”

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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 Fountain Valley — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“I would recommend this place to any parent wanting their children to develop self defense.”

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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 74 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 11 mentions

“Sensei Ben and Sensei Jake are great and have helped our son tremendously with his confidence, discipline and attitude.”

friendly, respectful dojo 8 mentions

“They are positive and supportive of all kids while providing the right amount of discipline and maintaining high expectations of their students.”

🧒 strong kids program 7 mentions

“Sensei Ben has been amazing inspiring my daughter while keeping it fun. She has gained confidence and excited about medaling at tournaments while learning respect and humility.”

active competition / tournament team 4 mentions

“She has gained confidence and excited about medaling at tournaments while learning respect and humility.”

clean, welcoming dojo 3 mentions

“The dojo is clean and well kept and the equipment they use is in good repair.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 19 mentions

“They are positive and supportive of all kids while providing the right amount of discipline and maintaining high expectations of their students.”

From the reviews

I've been with the team for over 11 years now with the ussd FV & Sensei Ben is the best instructor our mentor. Jake has been also an awesome inspiration to our FV dojo. USSD FV is my extended family . They encourage, inspire, support , discipline & also have fun while doing so. Respect. 🫡 🥋☯️🪭

★★★★★ — Lee, May 2025

I stumbled upon this unassuming karate studio in a strip mall and have been so pleasantly surprised and incredibly impressed with this amazing find! The father/son duo have such a personable dynamic with the kids and their parents.

★★★★★ — Jamie, Sep 2025

My daughter Bell just started this karate class, and from the very first moment we entered from door, we truly felt like part of a family. The instructors ( they r more like a fakiky member) are incredibly kind, patient, and genuinely connect with the kids.

★★★★★ — Hande, Jul 2025

Fantastic dojo with great instructor. Sensei Ben and Sensei Jake are amazing. The patience they show with the younger kids is amazing. They are very knowledgeable and find creative ways to get the students engaged in the lessons. My son is excited for each lesson and asks if he can attend the extra sessions.

★★★★★ — Matt, Mar 2025

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Your first Karate class at Karate Fountain Valley

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 Fountain Valley

18120 Brookhurst St #15, Fountain Valley, CA92708

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