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MAI - Martial Arts International
5 ★★★★★ 29 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Anaheim, California
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 4–6) — 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 maichampions.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (714) 777-5599
Hours
| Monday | 4:15–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:15–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 8:30–11:30 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“One of them is a little dragon (the younger class for kids ~5 years old) and the other is an 8 year old who is currently working his way through his green black belt.”
“One of them is a little dragon (the younger class for kids ~5 years old) and the other is an 8 year old who is currently working his way through his green black belt.”
“My son is excited to learn new katas and skills and has been trained to show respect and pay close attention beyond what most children are capable - in a good way.”
“I also joined the adult class myself, and I can truly feel both my body and mind becoming stronger.”
Other martial arts here
“This is by far without a doubt the finest MMA training facility in the area.”
What students say
“His sensei is kind and patient and does a wonderful job at balancing the fun and work aspects of learning karate.”
“The atmosphere here is incredibly friendly — both kids and adults motivate each other and grow together.”
“My daughter now has started her journey here and loves every minute of being a little dragon♡ cant wait to see them grow and earn their black belts.”
“It’s very affordable and everyone is down to earth and approachable.”
“They teach the kids to respect others, to strive to be better, to encourage each other, and how to loose AND how to win (the latter being as important as the first).”
From the reviews
My child absolutely loves the Karate classes here! Every time before class, he gets so excited and even practices the moves at home. The instructors are professional, patient, and very encouraging. They not only teach techniques carefully but also help the kids build confidence, focus, and good manners.
My boys have developed a love for martial arts at MAI. One of them is a little dragon (the younger class for kids ~5 years old) and the other is an 8 year old who is currently working his way through his green black belt. It is not inexpensive but we feel we are getting a return on the investment ...
My son has attended MAI's Lil Dragons program for 7 months and we have nothing but good things to say about this place. My son is excited to learn new katas and skills and has been trained to show respect and pay close attention beyond what most children are capable - in a good way.
These Senseis are amazing! Every single one of them. My son has been attending for 5 months and loves it. He always looks forward to going. They teach the kids to respect others, to strive to be better, to encourage each other, and how to loose AND how to win (the latter being as important as the first).
New to Karate? Start at MAI - Martial Arts International
MAI - Martial Arts International 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 MAI - Martial Arts International
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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