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Sandoval Freestyle Karate
4.4 ★★★★☆ 249 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Tempe, Arizona
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 4–13) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- 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 sandovalkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 480-664-8827
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has been going here for several years now and started at their Chandler location and moved to Tempe when they relocated.”
“Whether you're looking to enroll your child in self-defense classes or simply want them to learn karate, I highly recommend Sandoval Karate.”
“The instructors are friendly, knowledgeable and have free classes to allow beginners to become comfortable with their introduction to martial arts.”
Other martial arts here
“Whether you're looking to enroll your child in self-defense classes or simply want them to learn karate, I highly recommend Sandoval Karate.”
What students say
“The instructors are friendly, knowledgeable and have free classes to allow beginners to become comfortable with their introduction to martial arts.”
“The instructors are friendly, knowledgeable and have free classes to allow beginners to become comfortable with their introduction to martial arts.”
“My child loves attending and always looks forward to each session.”
“The classes are a good price, and they have different activities throughout the month as well, for members.”
“I really enjoy watching her classes as they start with basics and discipline rather than sparing from the start.”
From the reviews
My son has been going here for several years now and started at their Chandler location and moved to Tempe when they relocated. Friendly instructors and my son is learning a lot and enjoying it. They do require a six month contract agreement that auto renews without any notice.
My experience with Sandoval Karate has been nothing but positive and helpful. The instructors are friendly, knowledgeable and have free classes to allow beginners to become comfortable with their introduction to martial arts. I highly recommend this karate class for people of all ages.
I recently had the pleasure of experiencing Sandoval Karate in Tempe, and I must say, it exceeded all expectations. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted warmly by the staff, who were incredibly helpful and knowledgeable.
We had an amazing experience during our free trial at Sandoval Karate in Tempe. From the moment we walked in, the instructor and manager greeted us with such warmth that we immediately felt at home. The atmosphere was friendly, professional, and full of positive energy.
New to Karate? Start at Sandoval Freestyle Karate
Sandoval Freestyle Karate 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 Sandoval Freestyle Karate
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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