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Premier Martial Arts Bear
4.8 ★★★★★ 122 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Bear, Delaware
Part of Premier Martial Arts
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 (ages 3–12) — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule premiermartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (302) 365-8682
Hours
| Monday | 1:30–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 1:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 1:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 1:30–9 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Since joining, my son has become more disciplined, focused, and motivated, and he genuinely looks forward to every class.”
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“My son loves every class and had a smooth transition from his previous out‑of‑state Taekwondo school.”
What students say
“Mr John and Mr Jason are super supportive in their learning journey, instilling confidence while also making it fun for them.”
“Since joining, my son has become more disciplined, focused, and motivated, and he genuinely looks forward to every class.”
“The classes are absolutely worth the price, especially the Premier classes on Fridays, which have made a huge difference in my child’s skills, discipline, and overall confidence.”
From the reviews
My son love PMA. Awesome place for kids to learn and grow after join PMA he has more confident, dedicated, quick learn thing and more energetic. Love the skilled trainers. They always motivate kids to grow.
My son Absolutely loves PMA. He’s so excited for each and every class. The instructors are GREAT!! They always motivate kids to get up and move. Love the hands on experience that they are getting here. This is a great program for kids of all ages. I highly recommend this for kids of all ages.
Excellent martial arts program with truly dedicated instructors. Mr. John and Jason are outstanding teachers who are patient, motivating, and great with kids. The classes are absolutely worth the price, especially the Premier classes on Fridays, which have made a huge difference in my child’s skills, discipline, and…
Our family loves being apart of the PMA Bear family! Class is always fun and safe for the kids. The instructors are kind, motivational and funny. As a parent I enjoy watching all the kids develop great character skills on and off the mat.
Your first Karate class at Premier Martial Arts Bear
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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