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Orange County Karate Center

5 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Brea, California

Karate dojo Free trial Kids & teens Competition team

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
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 4–12) — 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 ockaratecenter.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 714-988-3646

Hours

Monday 4:45–8 pm
Tuesday 5:30–7:30 pm
Wednesday 5:30–8 pm
Thursday 5:30–7:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
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 Orange County Karate Center, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 24 mentions

“My son has been attending OCKC for several years now, and the experience has been nothing short of amazing.”

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Teens

“There are classes for 4-5 year Olds, kids and teens and mixed belt adult classes.”

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🥋 Adult Karate

“There are classes for 4-5 year Olds, kids and teens and mixed belt adult classes.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 17 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 8 mentions

“Sensei Matt is knowledgeable, supportive, and creates an environment where students feel challenged and encouraged at the same time.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“Sensei Matt is great with children—patient with those who need it but also balances discipline.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 11 mentions

“Both my kids have been going here for over a year and I have seen them grow in skill/strength/confidence/discipline.”

From the reviews

UPDATE: For over 3 years, my children have grown and excelled through this sport series. Both have achieved their rankin belts with determination, commitment, and confidence. Dojo communication is timely, and Sensei Matt has been instrumental throughout this series.

★★★★★ — Gen, Dec 2025

I cannot say enough to overstate what a great class and instructor this is. Sensei Matt has an incredible talent working with kids. Both my kids have been going here for over a year and I have seen them grow in skill/strength/confidence/discipline.

★★★★★ — Phil, Aug 2023

Sensei Matt is so patient and caring towards the kids. He takes the time to learn and understand how to motivate each kid. This dojo provides a great mix of fun, physical activity, and discipline. Highly recommend.

★★★★★ — Valerie, Jan 2026

Great class! Great Teacher! My son loves his karate lessons thank you Sensei Mathew for this wonderful gitf you have. Cayden enjoys every class and he gets motivated by you to continue growing and earning his belts and lessons for life. Really recommend his classes.

★★★★★ — Evelyn, Dec 2025

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Your first Karate class at Orange County Karate Center

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 Orange County Karate Center

965 E Birch St, Brea, CA92821

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