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Karate West, Inc.
5 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Fort Collins, Colorado
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 (ages 4–12) — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule karatewestinc.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (970) 223-5566
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–2 PM, 3–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–2 PM, 3–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–2 PM, 3–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–2 PM, 3–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–2 PM, 3–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–2:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Karate West is a great outlet for my kids to learn self discipline as well as self defense.”
“Well round curriculum leaning towards sparring and Tae Kwon Do.”
“If you have any desire to promote self defense for yourself or friends and family, this is definitely the place to go.”
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“Well round curriculum leaning towards sparring and Tae Kwon Do.”
“If you have any desire to promote self defense for yourself or friends and family, this is definitely the place to go.”
What students say
“If you have any desire to promote self defense for yourself or friends and family, this is definitely the place to go.”
“Karate West is a great outlet for my kids to learn self discipline as well as self defense.”
“They create an environment that teaches much more than martial arts—students learn discipline, respect, confidence, perseverance, and integrity.”
From the reviews
Karate West is a great outlet for my kids to learn self discipline as well as self defense. The fact that they sprinkle in morals and ethics into every lesson is a big bonus too. I would highly recommend Karate West.
Our son started at Karate West when the school was still on Riverside in Fort Collins, and he earned his black belt a decade later. Looking back, we can't say enough good things about our experience. Kim and Lou Anne Yee have been wonderful mentors and role models.
Very welcoming and friendly. I could see the respect from the students and the instructors in both directions. Well round curriculum leaning towards sparring and Tae Kwon Do. The time I spent with them was awesome (I'm semi retired from the arts now).
As a grandparent, watching our grandson promote his belt,and watching the the Demo teams,knowingly they work just as hard to show,and display such beautiful control physically and mentally of their surroundings and own bodies. Am so proud of all these young people learning respect for all.Thank you
Your first Karate class at Karate West, Inc.
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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