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State of the Arts Karate and Wellness Center
4.9 ★★★★★ 171 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Warwick, Rhode Island
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 6–13) — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule stateoftheartsri.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 401-821-4340
Hours
| Monday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“State of the Arts is the best place for kids to learn martial arts and my mom’s choice to enroll me there was the best choice she has ever made.”
“She started her journey with the little dragons and now she is in green belt with brown stripe.”
“Dennis and his staff have tons of experience, they are friendly and knowledgeable and give everyone that one on one time when they need it.”
“Whether you are looking for a terrific martial arts class for your child or a kickboxing/self defense program for yourself, this is the place.”
“After watching her gain confidence, and develop great self defense skills, my wife and I decided to join the adult class.”
Other martial arts here
“Whether you are looking for a terrific martial arts class for your child or a kickboxing/self defense program for yourself, this is the place.”
“Whether you are looking for a terrific martial arts class for your child or a kickboxing/self defense program for yourself, this is the place.”
What students say
“Dennis is an AMAZING instructor who knows just how to explain the techniques and gives personal care to everyone in class.”
“The facility is easy to get to, Dennis and his team are so friendly and knowledgeable you can tell they take a lot of pride in what they do.”
“The adult kickboxing class is a great mix of stretching and strengthening exercises, kickboxing drills and self defense techniques.”
“Kids get a great workout, learn to defend themselves and develop respect and discipline.”
“I feel like signing them up here has helped both of my children in their own way. They love coming to karate classes whether it's just for the normal class , sparing , or weapons.”
“I can't wait to see my kids get to their black belts and compete in more Competitions 😊”
From the reviews
I'm so glad my kids have joined this karate center. My kids are the 3rd generation who has trained under Dennis. My husband and father in Law went to Dennis back in the 90s. My father in law decided to go back in 2016 and shortly after he got us to sign up our kids.
I have been a student at State of the Arts Karate Center for almost 7 years and an instructor for almost 3 and it has been one of the most important parts of my life ever since I started. The other students and instructors there feel like a second family to me and have helped me build up the confidence I have today.
Enrolling my son at this studio was one of the best decisions I have ever made for him. State of the Art karate provides an extremely supportive learning environment for the students.
Our 8 year old daughter showed interest in taking martial arts about 5 months ago, and we had been to State of the Arts for a birthday party, so we decided to let her try it out. She has been hooked ever since, and wants to attend as many classes as she can!
New to Karate? Start at State of the Arts Karate and Wellness Center
State of the Arts Karate and Wellness Center 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 State of the Arts Karate and Wellness Center
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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