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Premier Martial Arts Burlington

5 ★★★★★ 44 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Burlington, Massachusetts

Part of Premier Martial Arts

Affiliated Kids & teens Weapons / kobudo

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 5–12) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Weapons / kobudo traditional weapons (kobudo) classes — kata with the bo, sai, and nunchaku, taught with control and discipline
  • 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 +1 781-425-5014

Hours

Monday 1:30–8:30 pm
Tuesday 1:30–8:30 pm
Wednesday 3–8:30 pm
Thursday 1:30–8:30 pm
Friday 1:30–7:45 pm
Saturday 8 am–1 pm
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 Burlington, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 35 mentions

“Absolutely amazing experience with Primer Martial Arts team and a special thank you for Doug, Glean and Natalie who made my son's birthday fun, full of activities and sweet.”

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🥊 Kumite / Sparring

“Especially the weapons/sparring training they include with their Black Belt program.”

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⚔️ Weapons (Kobudo)

“His favorite things are probably the nunchucks and getting to showcase his skills with his friends.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“I started recently the self defense classes and I’m also enjoying it very much.”

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🥋 Adult Karate

“The adult class is wonderful and is very accommodating to complete beginners like I was!”

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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 Burlington — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“I started recently the self defense classes and I’m also enjoying it very much.”

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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 44 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 2 mentions

“Sensei Glenn is amazing with all the kids and I love knowing that my son is learning valuable life skills while strengthening his body and mind.”

friendly, respectful dojo 12 mentions

“PMA Burlington is an upbeat, friendly and family-oriented training Dojo my son has attended the past 3 years.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“The teacher gets on a personal level with each child to make sure he learns their name and is always willing to spend the extra time to work with a student in need of assistance.”

🧒 strong kids program 6 mentions

“Premiere Martial Arts is a great place for your kids to gain self confidence, discipline and get in shape.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 13 mentions

“Sansai Glenn and Dough are incredible—firm yet kind—and they’ve helped him become more focused, confident, and committed to following through on goals.”

From the reviews

Amazing studio for kids to learn discipline and set goals for themselves. The teacher gets on a personal level with each child to make sure he learns their name and is always willing to spend the extra time to work with a student in need of assistance.

★★★★★ — Holly, Jun 2022

Absolutely wonderful! Fun, educational and inspirational program! We've been a part of PMA family for just over a year and I can't say enough good words about the Dojo, the program itself and, especially, Sensei Glenn, Sensei Justice and Sensei Doug.

★★★★★ — Sasha, Aug 2023

My son has been attending Premiere Martial Arts in Burlington for almost two years. He loves it- the fellow students, the instructors and everything they learn! His favorite things are probably the nunchucks and getting to showcase his skills with his friends.

★★★★★ — Hillary, Jul 2025

PMA Burlington is an upbeat, friendly and family-oriented training Dojo my son has attended the past 3 years. The staff is very flexible and incorporates parents into program activities and personal development goals of its members.

★★★★★ — Elaine, May 2025

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Your first Karate class at Premier Martial Arts Burlington

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 Burlington

156 Cambridge St, Burlington, MA01803

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