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Red Tiger Academy of Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Somerville, Massachusetts

Free trial Kids & teens

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  • 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 (ages 4–17) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Website & schedule rtamartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 617-776-6224

Hours

Monday 3:30–8:30 pm
Tuesday 3:30–7:30 pm
Wednesday 3:30–8:30 pm
Thursday 3:30–7:30 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 Red Tiger Academy of Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 6 mentions

“My daughter and I train at this dojo and it really captures the true essence of what Shotokan Karate is all about.”

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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 Red Tiger Academy of Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

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 16 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 3 mentions

“A wonderful academy that is truly a 2nd home for myself and my family.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“We got Sensei with his very cool black belt showing and explaining karate moves, forms and all of that.”

traditional style & affiliation 2 mentions

“My daughter and I train at this dojo and it really captures the true essence of what Shotokan Karate is all about.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 2 mentions

“The best place to send you children to get disciplined and to learn something new for their own benefit.”

From the reviews

I will speak for this karate. It is very good. We got Sensei with his very cool black belt showing and explaining karate moves, forms and all of that. I have been going for a year or two now and honestly its nice, chill and great. It may be hard sometimes but honestly. I enjoy it.

★★★★★ — Enderman, Jan 2023

The best place to send you children to get disciplined and to learn something new for their own benefit.

★★★★★ — Diana, Mar 2017

My daughter and I train at this dojo and it really captures the true essence of what Shotokan Karate is all about. I would highly recommend!

★★★★★ — Cito, Nov 2023

I recommend it. A pleasant and professional place with a lot of discipline and security, and good teaching.

★★★★★ — Query, Nov 2025

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Your first Karate class at Red Tiger Academy of Martial Arts

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 Red Tiger Academy of Martial Arts

278 Broadway, Somerville, MA02145

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