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Premier Martial Arts Peoria

4.4 ★★★★☆ 23 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Peoria, Arizona

Part of Premier Martial Arts

Free trial Affiliated Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team

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

  • 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
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
  • Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
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  • Website & schedule premiermartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 623-330-7421

Hours

Monday 11 am–8:30 pm
Tuesday 11 am–8:30 pm
Wednesday 11 am–8:30 pm
Thursday 11 am–8:30 pm
Friday 11 am–6 pm
Saturday 9 am–11:30 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 Peoria, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 27 mentions

“I am thankful towards Premier Martial Arts for the lesson they provided to my granddaughter, which has helped her build confidence and a positive outlook towards life.”

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🥋 Adult Karate 2 mentions

“I would highly recommend this not only for your child but they offer adult classes as well with a great variety of days and times to take the classes.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“My husband and I are often left speechless when we see our daughter in her private lessons and during the classes she's taking.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“This was my first self-defense type class I’ve taken and as a female I can say it was great learning!”

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

🥋 Jiu-Jitsu

“I love the mix of karate, self-defense, and even some Jiu-Jitsu.”

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🥊 Kickboxing

“The primary technique he was learning was kickboxing with some karate.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“This was my first self-defense type class I’ve taken and as a female I can say it was great learning!”

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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 23 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 5 mentions

“The instructor is a highly skilled and dedicated professional who has made the learning experience enjoyable for my granddaughter.”

friendly, respectful dojo 5 mentions

“Everyone treats you like family, and there is a warm sense of camaraderie.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“The primary technique he was learning was kickboxing with some karate.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“If you want a fun and engaging place to get your child active and build confidence this is a good place.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 12 mentions

“I am thankful towards Premier Martial Arts for the lesson they provided to my granddaughter, which has helped her build confidence and a positive outlook towards life.”

From the reviews

It’s a great place for the kids to learn about Karate. Joel is a great teacher making the class so fun for the kids to enjoy and learn the discipline of the class.

★★★★★ — K, Aug 2024

Our whole family love this place! The instructor is amazing. Karate Dave teaches in a way that is fun for kids but they learn so much. The adult class is very inspiring. He is a great guy. We highly recommend this place.

★★★★★ — Matteo, Oct 2024

Karate Dave is fantastic. He is stern when he needs to be, but also hilarious and fun. They really focus on confidence building, listening, and respect. The parents night out is a plus. My son enjoyed going here. The reason I decided to look elsewhere was because I didn't feel like my son was being pushed.

★★★★☆ — Lindsey, May 2025

This place is outstanding and Mr. Goron is amazing. My daughter has only been attending a couple of weeks now and she absolutely loves it! She is delayed in many areas and has a motor planning delay. Mr. Goron has the patience and passion for teaching kids.

★★★★★ — Tara, Aug 2023

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Your first Karate class at Premier Martial Arts Peoria

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 Peoria

21505 N 78th Ave #120, Peoria, AZ85382

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