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Rise Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 267 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Canton Township, Michigan

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 3–12) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Website & schedule martialartsrise.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (734) 756-8899

Hours

Monday 4:30–8 PM
Tuesday 4:30–8 PM
Wednesday 4:30–8 PM
Thursday 4:30–8 PM
Friday 4:30–8 PM
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 Rise Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 38 mentions

“The school is very clean the activities are great for kids of all ages and best of all their learning how to defend themselves and being taught discipline as well.”

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🐉 Little Dragons 4 mentions

“Once the kids were set up they went and did their respective class, Little Ninjas (5-7) and Tiny Ninjas (3-4).”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“The structured classes not only teach self-defense skills but also instill discipline, focus, and respect.”

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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 Rise Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“The structured classes not only teach self-defense skills but also instill discipline, focus, and respect.”

Other dojos that also teach self-defense →

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 267 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 2 mentions

“Great instructors and he made friends really fast.”

friendly, respectful dojo 10 mentions

“From the moment they stepped into the dojo, they were welcomed with open arms by the friendly instructors and supportive fellow students.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 7 mentions

“Not only are they having a blast, but they're also learning so much more than just martial arts techniques.”

🧒 strong kids program 7 mentions

“My son has been at Rise over 2 years. He loves going there each week and thinks so highly of all the instructors.”

active competition / tournament team 2 mentions

“They teach a nice combination of strength, agility, techniques, games, competition and team work.”

clean, welcoming dojo 3 mentions

“The school is very clean the activities are great for kids of all ages and best of all their learning how to defend themselves and being taught discipline as well.”

From the reviews

Our daughter started at RISE and loved it. We tried all sorts of stick and ball sports, and much to my dismay she doesn’t like any of those. So we were just looking for something for her to move her body and stay active. She did gymnastics, but that got sooo expensive so fast.

★★★★★ — Mike, Nov 2025

We have our boys signed up with Rise Martial Arts. The trial class is a great experience. When we arrived the staff was friendly in assisting set the kids up with proper uniform attire. Once the kids were set up they went and did their respective class, Little Ninjas (5-7) and Tiny Ninjas (3-4).

★★★★★ — Victoria, Dec 2025

We love Rise, the instructors truly care about the kids and make them feel welcome. They hold the children to high standards which I appreciate - I feel discipline is an important thing for children to learn. We've started our son here since he was 3 in their little ninjas class.

★★★★★ — Jessica, Aug 2023

My son just started taking karate classes at Rise Martial Arts School, and we are already so impressed! The instructors are incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and great with kids. They create a positive and structured environment where the students feel motivated and confident.

★★★★★ — Tamika, Apr 2025

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Your first Karate class at Rise 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 Rise Martial Arts

7225 N Canton Center Rd, Canton Township, MI48187

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