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LIfetime Karate
5 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Poughkeepsie, New York
Plan your first class
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 4–13) — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule lifetimekarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 845-849-1140
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 12 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Our family, with our two children and husband training together, love being a part of the Lifetime Karate community and sharing this experience as a family.”
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What students say
“Master Margerum, Master Meister and staff are patient, motivating, and truly passionate about what they do.”
“Our family, with our two children and husband training together, love being a part of the Lifetime Karate community and sharing this experience as a family.”
“Lifetime Karate has been an amazing experience for both me and my children. As a mom and a participant, I love how empowering, positive, and encouraging every class is.”
“I recommend Lifetime Karate to any child or adult curious about the benefit of authentic Tang Soo Do martial arts instruction.”
“What started off as a class to help my 4 year old daughter manage her energy and teach her focus and discipline turned into a family lifestyle.”
From the reviews
Lifetime Karate has been an amazing experience for both me and my children. As a mom and a participant, I love how empowering, positive, and encouraging every class is. The instructors are incredible—motivating, patient, and genuinely invested in helping students grow in confidence, discipline, and strength.
If you are looking for a place where children will feel seen and included, or a place where an adult can train, improve and feel the power of community, then Lifetime Karate is the spot!
We can’t say enough great things about Lifetime Karate. Our family, with our two children and husband training together, love being a part of the Lifetime Karate community and sharing this experience as a family. Master Margerum, Master Meister and their staff are truly exceptional.
Lifetime Karate has been an incredible experience for my children, and I can’t say enough great things about this school. My kids absolutely love going to class—every session leaves them excited, confident, and eager to come back. It’s truly become a second home for them.
Your first Karate class at LIfetime 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.
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