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Ohana Martial Arts Academy
4.8 ★★★★★ 48 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Longmont, Colorado
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
- Free trial / intro class most dojos welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- 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 5–18) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's Karate classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ohanamartialartsacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (720) 353-4557
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–9 PM |
| Thursday | 4–9 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has learned so much not only about martial arts, but about personal responsibility, respect for others and himself, and countless other important life lessons.”
“Her Women's Classes make women feel safe and comfortable beginning their martial arts journeys.”
“Morris starting from no experience through my black belt.”
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What students say
“Both Sensei Morris and her husband are amazing, knowledgeable, and loving instructors.”
“Having worked out with them for many years, I would highly recommend Ohana Martial Arts Academy for the quality of training, fun and safe, family oriented classes.”
“Our teenagers have tried another form of martial arts and did not enjoy those classes as much as they do this traditional Kenpo style.”
“Morris), are great with kids, love what they do, and I love that they also make it a point to sprinkle in manners, respect, and other good lessons for the kids.”
“I am a first degree black belt and probably owe most of it to Sensei Carissa Morris for her patience, diligence, and unequivocal understanding of Kenpo and Ju Jitsu.”
“Her Women's Classes make women feel safe and comfortable beginning their martial arts journeys.”
From the reviews
The Morris family are extraordinary people and martial artists, and "Ohana" is the perfect name for their dojo. Having worked under Carissa and getting to know the family in a professional setting as well as training together, I can wholeheartedly say they are the best sort of people, both on and off the dojo mats.
Both Neil and Carissa are experienced and knowledgeable Instructors! Having worked out with them for many years, I would highly recommend Ohana Martial Arts Academy for the quality of training, fun and safe, family oriented classes.
I'd like to wish Neil & Carissa all the best with the new dojo. You are both doing a great job opening a school & giving kids & adults something to look forward to on a regular basis, while learning an art & making long term friendships, keeping fit, showing respect & discipline to all others & having lots of fun :)…
My family and I have been taking multiple classes a week at Ohana over the past several months. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about martial arts and are fantastic teachers. Sensei & Mr.
New to Karate? Start at Ohana Martial Arts Academy
Ohana Martial Arts Academy 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 Ohana Martial Arts Academy
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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