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Premier Martial Arts Wichita, KS
4.8 ★★★★★ 200 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Wichita, Kansas
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
- 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 (ages 3–13) — 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 wichitapma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 316-833-1004
Hours
| Monday | 2–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 2–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8 pm |
| Thursday | 2–9 pm |
| Friday | 2–9 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“One of my kids likes to do his own thing and goes his own way, but they were able to get him to listen to them for 30 minutes and participate with a group.”
“This isn't just about teaching self defense, but also teaching self control, morals, personal development, and teaching kids they can do anything when they try.”
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“This isn't just about teaching self defense, but also teaching self control, morals, personal development, and teaching kids they can do anything when they try.”
What students say
“My son goes here and loves it, everyone is very welcoming and friendly.”
“My son broke his arm over this past summer and between coach Jordan and coach Nick my son never lost focus or confidence in his karate school.”
“The instructors are absolutely amazing and help the kids have confidence in themselves and they love seeing the kids so happy and excited to be in their class.”
From the reviews
My son has almost been in a year and he loves it. So excited to be in the black belt club. Great teachers!
The best thing I have done for my children this year! They enjoy it so much they don't realize how much they are learning and how much this will help shape them in the future.
We love Premier Martial Arts. Their staff is so wonderful with all the students. They enforce discipline with grace and encouragement. I love the way they have worked with my son and their curriculum has made such a difference as we work together as a family on intentionally teaching soft skills for adhd and autism.
The confidence build up alone for my children is enough. But the fact they are stronger individuals and have over come their anger and fear is incredible. Highly recommend this staff for anyone wanting someone to be gentle yet firm with your children.
New to Karate? Start at Premier Martial Arts Wichita, KS
Premier Martial Arts Wichita, KS 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 Premier Martial Arts Wichita, KS
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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