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MSD Kenpo Karate

5 ★★★★★ 37 Google reviews · Karate dojo in North Tonawanda, New York

Part of Kenpo / Kempo Karate

Karate dojo Affiliated Kids & teens Competition team

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

  • 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 msdkenpo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 716-426-8898

Hours

Monday 9 am–8:30 pm
Tuesday 9 am–8:30 pm
Wednesday 9 am–8:30 pm
Thursday 9 am–8:30 pm
Friday 9 am–8:30 pm
Saturday 8 am–2 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, belt tests, and seminars — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Karate classes on the schedule at MSD Kenpo Karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 21 mentions

“My son has been attending karate for almost 5 years and it has helped my son in so many wonderful ways, such as confidence, strength and understanding of the sport.”

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🥋 Adult Karate 2 mentions

“I have been a member of the adult class for over 2 years now, I absolutely love it.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“He instills discipline, values, and teaches self defense staring on the first day and I highly recommend his class to anyone.”

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Other martial arts here

Karate dojos are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at MSD Kenpo Karate — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“He instills discipline, values, and teaches self defense staring on the first day and I highly recommend his class to anyone.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the dojo's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want taekwondo, jiu-jitsu, or kickboxing alongside your Karate, confirm the current schedule with the dojo.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 37 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 7 mentions

“I love my instructor Rob, he is very patient, organized, he explains things well, he is very good at what he does, and he has a true passion for Kenpo.”

friendly, respectful dojo 3 mentions

“Rob is excellent with the children and my son really enjoys going and being a member of the Kenpo family.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“I am interested in including my teenage daughter in these lessons so she can learn self defense techniques alongside me.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“My son has been attending karate for almost 5 years and it has helped my son in so many wonderful ways, such as confidence, strength and understanding of the sport.”

traditional style & affiliation 13 mentions

“Unlike many other instructors I've come across over the years Rob is inventive as well as adaptive, which makes his Kenpo that much better.”

clean, welcoming dojo 3 mentions

“Rob creates a warm, clean, and inviting environment for individuals to learn karate.”

From the reviews

My teenage son recently began his journey with MSD Kenpo. The school really is excellent. Rob is the perfect blend of fun and engaging with the intensity and seriousness needed to excel at martial arts. Rob's students reflect the positivity and focus of his school and have been very willing to help my son learn.

★★★★★ — Nikhil, Feb 2023

MSD has taught my kids so much! Confidence, strength, self defense, and more. Mr Rob is a wonderful teacher who loves what he does and respects his craft. The facility is clean, welcoming, and my kids love to be there! Definitely recommend.

★★★★★ — Mary, Mar 2025

Rod has been teaching my son and I for a few months now. he is one of the best teachers I have ever had. My son was shy before going there, but now he is showing more confidence In everyday activities. Simply the Best!

★★★★★ — Jason, May 2018

The best choice I made for my son years ago! This Marshal Arts studio is outstanding. Children create friendships for life, learn to respect, discipline, and develop self-confidence. Highly recommend giving it a try.

★★★★★ — Maria, Feb 2023

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Your first Karate class at MSD Kenpo 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.

Karate is a contact sport. Ease in, train within your limits, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find MSD Kenpo Karate

525 Wheatfield St Ste 25, North Tonawanda, NY14120

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