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Pereira's Academy of Karate
5 ★★★★★ 44 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Bethany, Connecticut
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 — 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 pereira-karate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 203-393-1975
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–2 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–2 pm |
The classes they run
“Tremendous instructors make it fun for the kids to develop the discipline, commitment, and confidence necessary to succeed in the martial arts.”
“The kids are not intimidated by teens and adults so they have a greater chance at success.”
“The classes are full of students young and old, all learning self-defense skills combined with sportsmanship and fun in a clean, caring environment.”
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“The classes are full of students young and old, all learning self-defense skills combined with sportsmanship and fun in a clean, caring environment.”
What students say
“I have known and had the privilege of training alongside Master P for many years. He is a great martial artist who loves sharing the gift of martial arts with his students.”
“A great family friendly school to train in!”
“They are a perfect size as Master P is able to focus on each kid to help them learn new skills and master new techniques.”
“Master P is excellent with my kids. The academy instills confidence and a work ethic and gives the kids goals they can apply to not only class but life.”
“Master P gives customized attention to each student, of every age and level, while maintaining the integrity of the group, generating a spirit of comradery and self esteem.”
From the reviews
My son transferred here after 1.5 years at another karate school. He was hooked after the first class and didn’t want to train anywhere else. It was the best decision we ever made! He has grown so much in less than a year. I have seen him gain confidence, courage and find his voice…thanks to Master P!
Tremendous instructors make it fun for the kids to develop the discipline, commitment, and confidence necessary to succeed in the martial arts. My son leaves the academy walking a little bit taller each time.
Master P. teaches and cares for his students as individuals. He doesn’t just show up and run a class. Master P gives customized attention to each student, of every age and level, while maintaining the integrity of the group, generating a spirit of comradery and self esteem.
Master P is an exceptional martial arts instructor. He has incredible patience and is amazing with kids. My daughter has always had an interest in karate, yet never felt comfortable at a studio to stick with it until she tried a class at Pereira’s Academy of Karate.
New to Karate? Start at Pereira's Academy of Karate
Pereira's Academy of Karate 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 Pereira's Academy of 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.
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