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Premier Martial Arts Bear

4.8 ★★★★★ 122 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Bear, Delaware

Part of Premier Martial Arts

Affiliated Kids & teens

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

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 Premier Martial Arts Bear, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 31 mentions

“Since joining, my son has become more disciplined, focused, and motivated, and he genuinely looks forward to every class.”

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Other martial arts here

Karate dojos are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at Premier Martial Arts Bear — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🦵 Taekwondo

“My son loves every class and had a smooth transition from his previous out‑of‑state Taekwondo school.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the dojo's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want taekwondo, jiu-jitsu, or kickboxing alongside your Karate, confirm the current schedule with the dojo.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 122 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 8 mentions

“Mr John and Mr Jason are super supportive in their learning journey, instilling confidence while also making it fun for them.”

🧒 strong kids program 9 mentions

“Since joining, my son has become more disciplined, focused, and motivated, and he genuinely looks forward to every class.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 13 mentions

“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.

★★★★☆ — Deepika, Feb 2024

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.

★★★★★ — Tammy, Jul 2024

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…

★★★★★ — Raj, May 2026

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.

★★★★★ — Danielle, May 2025

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 122 reviews →

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.

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 Premier Martial Arts Bear

44 Fox Hunt Dr, Bear, DE19701

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