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Pat Caputo's American Karate Studio
5 ★★★★★ 78 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Wilmington, Delaware
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 4–13) — 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 delawarekarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (302) 529-7800
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Honestly, I was blown away by how much my son loved it as well as the discipline and respect and form taught – in addition to the obvious physicality!”
“Josh has tremendous patience and encouragement for children of all levels and experience.”
“In addition to the martial arts and self defense skills, the kids learn respect, confidence, discipline and active listening.”
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“In addition to the martial arts and self defense skills, the kids learn respect, confidence, discipline and active listening.”
What students say
“The program at AKS emphasizes personal responsibility, commitment and builds a caring, supportive community around the students.”
“Honestly, I was blown away by how much my son loved it as well as the discipline and respect and form taught – in addition to the obvious physicality!”
“Honestly, I was blown away by how much my son loved it as well as the discipline and respect and form taught – in addition to the obvious physicality!”
“Honestly, I was blown away by how much my son loved it as well as the discipline and respect and form taught – in addition to the obvious physicality!”
From the reviews
We were so lucky to have the experience of attending a birthday party at AKS and then, as a result, getting to attend a few classes! Honestly, I was blown away by how much my son loved it as well as the discipline and respect and form taught – in addition to the obvious physicality!
Staff is incredible and the experience my son has had goes well beyond just learning karate. I would highly recommend this karate studio to anyone. AKS is a supportive environment with instructors who teach students skills, manners, and accountability on so many levels.
We have been taking lessons at American Karate Studio for 2 years now. My son is now 7 and the change I've seen in him has been huge. He's not afraid to be a leader, he's more patient, and he isn't afraid to stick up for himself and his friends. For a kiddo who doesn't do well with team sports, Karate has been amazing!
Wonderful Karate dojo for children. The instructors are very kind and helpful with the kids and do a great job helping them overcome nervousness and build confidence. My two children both attend classes here and it’s great. Highly recommend!
New to Karate? Start at Pat Caputo's American Karate Studio
Pat Caputo's American Karate Studio comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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 Pat Caputo's American Karate Studio
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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