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MadCity Kenpo Self-Defense L.L.C.
5 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Madison, Alabama
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
- 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 8–13) — 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
- Weapons / kobudo traditional weapons (kobudo) classes — kata with the bo, sai, and nunchaku, taught with control and discipline
- 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 madcityselfdefense.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (256) 600-0311
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–2 PM |
The classes they run
“They offer a variety of amazing programs for adults, children, tailored to men and women of all age groups.”
“My husband and I started at MadCity Kenpo a few months ago, not quite sure what to expect being first timer’s, and we have absolutely loved it!”
“Once you get to join in on sparring its an extra layer of fun as well, and skill-building.”
“I love private lessons because I have more scheduling flexibility and I can learn at my own pace.”
“I highly recommend Mad City Kenpo to anyone interested in learning martial arts, whether it’s for self defense, exercise, or philosophical reasons.”
“They offer a variety of amazing programs for adults, children, tailored to men and women of all age groups.”
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“I highly recommend Mad City Kenpo to anyone interested in learning martial arts, whether it’s for self defense, exercise, or philosophical reasons.”
What students say
“Isaac and Gracie are both incredible instructors and the instruction is customized to you so that you are the most effective at self defense.”
“My husband and I started at MadCity Kenpo a few months ago, not quite sure what to expect being first timer’s, and we have absolutely loved it!”
“It is a great family environment as well as a safe environment which is a plus for me since my wife and son attend there too.”
“Kenpo is by far the best form of self defense I've ever seen and the instructors here are easily some of the best I've come across.”
“My husband and I started at MadCity Kenpo a few months ago, not quite sure what to expect being first timer’s, and we have absolutely loved it!”
“The training has not only been fun and engaging but has also given me more confidence in my ability to defend myself.”
From the reviews
MadCity is fantastic!!!! Myself, my wife, and one of our sons all go here. Isaac and Gracie are both incredible instructors and the instruction is customized to you so that you are the most effective at self defense. For myself, a 50 year old guy….thats important since I don’t move like I did in my twenties.
My husband and I started at MadCity Kenpo a few months ago, not quite sure what to expect being first timer’s, and we have absolutely loved it! The atmosphere is welcoming, and the instruction from both Issac and Grace is outstanding. They are professional, patient, and truly great at what they do.
My journey has landed me here; 600 miles from home. I have been searching a long time for my teacher. Issac has great patience and is helping me to discover - "The Warrior's Path". I respect all Marital Arts but I have found my "Way" in Kenpo. I look forward to each and every class.
I have so much fun learning new things. I am very confident after every practice, and I am learning more and more ways to protect myself in many situations. The instructors are very intelligent they not only teach you the moves but they teach you very well on why that move is effective.
New to Karate? Start at MadCity Kenpo Self-Defense L.L.C.
MadCity Kenpo Self-Defense L.L.C. 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 MadCity Kenpo Self-Defense L.L.C.
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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