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Legacy Martial Arts of Scottsdale AZ
5 ★★★★★ 139 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Scottsdale, Arizona
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
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 13–17) — 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
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule karatescottsdale.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (480) 451-5553
Hours
| Monday | 3–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 3–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 3–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 3–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8–10 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Finally I got to play as a junior and it opened up my eyes to team sports / respect / discipline / control like nothing I had experienced before.”
“This dojo is a safe place for kids/teens/adults to be challenged out of their comfort zones.”
“They have a brilliant structure they teach mindset, they teach you to protect yourself and how do use it wisely and most important they are about Legacy.”
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“In that time, we've watched him grow so much—he's gained confidence, learned self-defense, developed leadership skills, and so much more.”
What students say
“And whoa, when I got to see their son who is also an amazing instructor lead the students, I was just as impressed as I was with Master C.”
“We are grateful for the impact Legacy Martial Arts has had on our family and highly recommend it to anyone looking for excellent martial arts training and mentorship.”
“This family is incredible and I have nothing but good things to say about their ability to challenge and help my son thrive.”
“I was looking for a place to build discipline and I was blown away how organized they are and also they wanted to know why I wanted to be apart of their family.”
From the reviews
Most people sign up for martial arts for self defense, myself and my family included. I quickly realized there is much more to it, especially for kids. They learn how to set and achieve goals, along with valuable life skills, such as respect, honesty, and of course, self defense.
Absolutely the most amazing dojo and staff in the Valley! My two boys have been with Master C for many years and while other sports have come and gone, their dedication to karate is not wavering and I attribute some of that to the family they have built at Legacy.
Legacy Martial Arts is more than a karate dojo it is extended family. My son has trained here for the past 3 years and I’ve witnessed his strength, perseverance and growth mindset develop here. This dojo is a safe place for kids/teens/adults to be challenged out of their comfort zones.
Right off the bat I knew this was the place to go to, to get educated in Martial Arts. They have a brilliant structure they teach mindset, they teach you to protect yourself and how do use it wisely and most important they are about Legacy.
New to Karate? Start at Legacy Martial Arts of Scottsdale AZ
Legacy Martial Arts of Scottsdale AZ comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a dojo, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and the sensei scales the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable dojos build fundamentals (stances, blocks, punches, and kicks) for weeks, and kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, with pads and control. Third, all levels and ages really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Karate class at Legacy Martial Arts of Scottsdale AZ
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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