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Methuen Karate Association
5 ★★★★★ 12 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Methuen, Massachusetts
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 — 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 methuen-karate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (978) 683-4287
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has been coming here a little over year, and he absolutely loves it.”
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What students say
“They also make you feel so welcome from day 1 and part of a big family.”
“In addition to his weekly classes he has also trained in two different weapons and competed in tournaments.”
“Our son started here in October of last year, he has grown so much as far as his respect and focus goes.”
From the reviews
First off, the cost for my whole family is absolutely unbeatable. But it's really the amount of experienced instructors who not only excel at teaching the art, but also are caring and patient that makes the time we've been at this school priceless. No wonder this school has been around for 50 or so years!
I can't say enough about MKA!! My twins have been doing karate here over 2 years and really enjoy it. The owner and instructors are all amazing- l even started to join classes too. Would absolutely recommend to anyone!
My son (9) has been a student at Methuen Karate for almost two years now. We were originally recommended karate as a means of physical therapy for our son but he has gotten so much more than just a stronger hip. He has learned respect, discipline and found a wonderful group of friends and instructors.
Our son started here in October of last year, he has grown so much as far as his respect and focus goes. This school has done so much for him in the little time he has attended here. They also make you feel so welcome from day 1 and part of a big family.
New to Karate? Start at Methuen Karate Association
Methuen Karate Association 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 Methuen Karate Association
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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