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Kicking for Life

4.9 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Denver, Colorado

Karate dojo Free trial Kids & teens

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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 (ages 18–29) — 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
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  • Website & schedule kickingforlife.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 720-504-7084

Hours

Monday 4–8 pm
Tuesday 4–8 pm
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 4–8 pm
Friday 5–8 pm
Saturday 9 am–1 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 Kicking for Life, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 18 mentions

“My entire family attends and they have built confidence in my child, activities are fun, and we have all learned so much with this company.”

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🐉 Little Dragons

“I have been coming here for a few months now for my daughter's preschool karate.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“My daughter has learned more than self defense at this dojo.”

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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 Kicking for Life — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“My daughter has learned more than self defense at this dojo.”

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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 18 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 3 mentions

“Master Kellye is a great role model especially to girls to look up to.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“She and other instructors create a welcoming atmosphere.”

friendly, respectful dojo 6 mentions

“My entire family attends and they have built confidence in my child, activities are fun, and we have all learned so much with this company.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“They are creative at teaching not only karate techniques but also important life skills like discipline, respect, and perseverance.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 7 mentions

“My entire family attends and they have built confidence in my child, activities are fun, and we have all learned so much with this company.”

From the reviews

Martial arts is not about kicking butts. My daughter has learned more than self defense at this dojo. The family atmosphere is very welcoming. Master Kellye is a great role model especially to girls to look up to. This is an unusual place to get leadership training. My daughter is in the Demo team.

★★★★★ — Huey-Tien, Mar 2022

Kicking for Life a true gem! I was looking for places for my son to try karate and wasn't impressed with anything coming up on my search. A colleague mentioned Kicking for Life which happens to be right near our school and close to the house. I could not be happier. The service for the price is unbeatable.

★★★★★ — Robin, Mar 2022

This isn't just for kids. I'm middle aged, and taking classes here helps my confidence at work. After all, if I can do this stuff at my age, what can stand in my way?

★★★★★ — Andy, Nov 2018

I cannot say enough positive things about Kicking for Life. Finding the right environment for my son was crucial, especially after moving across the country. We checked out a couple other places, but as soon as my son came to Kicking for Life, we stopped looking. Master Kellye exceeded all expectations.

★★★★★ — Pavel, Aug 2023

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Your first Karate class at Kicking for Life

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 Kicking for Life

10525 E 40th Ave #202, Denver, CO80239

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