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Kearneys American Karate

5 ★★★★★ 12 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Somerset, Massachusetts

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  • 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
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  • Website & schedule kearneysamericankarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 508-324-0049

Hours

Monday 4–8 pm
Tuesday 4–8 pm
Wednesday 4–8 pm
Thursday 4–8 pm
Friday 4–8 pm
Saturday 8–11 am
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 Kearneys American Karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 4 mentions

“My daughter started at Kearneys only 3 months ago and has learned so much already.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“Small class sizes and very family oriented, plenty of one on one instruction.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Highly recommended for anyone looking to get in shape and learn self defense.”

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🥋 Adult Karate

“I highly recommend Kearny’s American Martial Arts for adults and children!”

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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 Kearneys American Karate — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🥊 Kickboxing 4 mentions

“I have been attending kick boxing classes for 7+years and have truly benefited from it.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Highly recommended for anyone looking to get in shape and learn 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 12 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 3 mentions

“Small class sizes and very family oriented, plenty of one on one instruction.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 6 mentions

“If you want your little ones to study martial arts, build self confidence, and learn discipline send them here!”

From the reviews

Kearnys American Karate has been a positive experience for me. I had never done kickboxing before and saw an advertisement for $5 classes. I found the workout to be challenging but achievable, and fun! I appreciate that you are expected to preform at the level you're comfortable at.

★★★★★ — Alexandrea, Feb 2019

My daughter started at Kearneys only 3 months ago and has learned so much already. Small class sizes and very family oriented, plenty of one on one instruction. The instructors have years of experience and are absolutely amazing. They take pride in teaching, with patience and motivation!

★★★★★ — Jennifer, Dec 2022

Excellent work out, friendly atmosphere. I have been attending kick boxing classes for 7+years and have truly benefited from it. Highly recommended for anyone looking to get in shape and learn self defense.

★★★★★ — Deb, Feb 2019

I started kickboxing about 10 years ago and have loved it ever since. The instructor Master Kearney is very knowledgeable and is always saying its not how fast you go or how many you can do just keep your form and go at your own pace.

★★★★★ — Susan, Feb 2019

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Your first Karate class at Kearneys American 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.

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 Kearneys American Karate

120 Slades Ferry Ave, Somerset, MA02726

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