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Kempo Martial Arts and Fitness Center
5 ★★★★★ 8 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Toledo, Ohio
Part of Kenpo / Kempo Karate
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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule kmafitnesscenter.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (419) 908-2931
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–12 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–1 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–12 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–1 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 5–7 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 1–6 PM |
The classes they run
“I have been attending private lessons for about a month now and I am so impressed with the instructors and instructions!”
Other martial arts here
“I am learning the way of the sword, Tai Chi, and Wing Chun.”
What students say
“The people are great and the sensei’s are knowledgeable and good people in general.”
“I love the "Kempo family" feeling.”
From the reviews
I have been attending private lessons for about a month now and I am so impressed with the instructors and instructions! I have literally walked into a martial arts center goldmine! I am learning the way of the sword, Tai Chi, and Wing Chun.
After taking a 25 year hiatus, Sensei Tim remembered me still❤️. All of the staff welcomed me back with open, helpful arms. I love the "Kempo family" feeling. They have added so much more to learn since I started way back like yoga, Tai Chi, weapons... the new location is beautiful as well.
Great classes, they are always fun and interesting. The Sensei’s are very nice and they definitely know what they are doing.
The people are great and the sensei’s are knowledgeable and good people in general.
Your first Karate class at Kempo Martial Arts and Fitness Center
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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🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site