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Koclanis Martial Arts

4.7 ★★★★★ 61 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Scottsdale, Arizona

Affiliated Kids & teens Private lessons

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 — 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule mountainviewkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (480) 343-6629

Hours

Monday 4–9 PM
Tuesday 4–9 PM
Wednesday 4–9 PM
Thursday 4–9 PM
Friday 4–6 PM
Saturday 10 AM–3:30 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 Koclanis Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 23 mentions

“Our two children have been attending Koclanis Martial Arts for nearly 4 years, and the experience has been incredible.”

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🥊 Kumite / Sparring

“i highly recommend people of all ages to come in to get to experience master nick’s traditional taekwondo teachings and master tristan’s sparring and self defense classes.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“i highly recommend people of all ages to come in to get to experience master nick’s traditional taekwondo teachings and master tristan’s sparring and self defense classes.”

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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 Koclanis Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🦵 Taekwondo 5 mentions

“i highly recommend people of all ages to come in to get to experience master nick’s traditional taekwondo teachings and master tristan’s sparring and self defense classes.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“i highly recommend people of all ages to come in to get to experience master nick’s traditional taekwondo teachings and master tristan’s sparring and self defense classes.”

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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 61 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 7 mentions

“Master Nick and staff are all very excellent teachers and make every child feel welcome and included.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“Everyone here at Mountain View Karate has been so kind, welcoming and supportive.”

friendly, respectful dojo 9 mentions

“They have been teaching my kids not only martial arts but also discipline, respect, humbleness, politeness, and importance in life, etc.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“I learned to have so much fun with new people, and learned a new form of martial arts i wasnt familiar with.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“They have been teaching my kids not only martial arts but also discipline, respect, humbleness, politeness, and importance in life, etc.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 24 mentions

“They have been teaching my kids not only martial arts but also discipline, respect, humbleness, politeness, and importance in life, etc.”

From the reviews

My 4 kids started learning Taekwondo from Master Nick and Master Tristan about 4 years ago. They have been teaching my kids not only martial arts but also discipline, respect, humbleness, politeness, and importance in life, etc. They have been training mind and body. They are always friendly and professional.

★★★★★ — Maico, Mar 2021

I have been a member of Mountain View Karate since 1999, have attained the rank of 4th Degree Black Belt (Master). I would highly recommend this school for your children. Our instructors work with the children teaching them discipline, focus and to respect others.

★★★★★ — Wanda, Sep 2017

Mountain View is legit. Whether you need to build confidence, re-center, or get in shape, karate is a great way! Master Nick is great with the kids as well! Very patient and especially makes sure the physically challenged feel strong and equal to the others in the group. 5 STARS!

★★★★★ — G., May 2017

I took my son here for the first time today and was so impressed! Master Nick and staff are all very excellent teachers and make every child feel welcome and included. We will definitely be back!

★★★★★ — Courtney, Feb 2019

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Your first Karate class at Koclanis Martial Arts

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 Koclanis Martial Arts

8473 E McDonald Dr, Scottsdale, AZ85250

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