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Summit Karate Academy
5 ★★★★★ 10 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Sunnyvale, California
Plan your first class
- 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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
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- Website & schedule summitkarateacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 3–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 3–9 pm |
| Thursday | 3–9 pm |
| Friday | 3–9 pm |
| Saturday | 12–8 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son enjoys classes with Sensei Moamen, and it’s been amazing to see improvements in focus, respect, and physical fitness.”
“With many students being on the US national team, beginners get to ramp up very quickly and start competing at an elite level.”
What students say
“Sensei Moamen is incredibly patient and motivational.”
“With many students being on the US national team, beginners get to ramp up very quickly and start competing at an elite level.”
“What I appreciate most is that despite his achievements, he remains humble and attentive to each individual and opportunity to excel.”
“In addition to teaching them fundamentals, sensei Moamen also encourages the kids to challenge themselves to reach their full potential.”
“Students are given opportunities to compete at high levels, gaining valuable exposure and building resilience, courage, and sportsmanship along the way.”
“He is incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely care about each student’s growth—not just in karate but in confidence and discipline as well.”
From the reviews
If I could give more than 5 stars, I absolutely would — this dojo is truly outstanding. My daughter has been training with Sensei Moamen for the past two years, and her growth has been absolutely incredible. Not only has she improved technically, but her confidence, focus, and discipline have grown tremendously.
We are incredibly grateful to be part of this dojo. Sensei Moamen’s dedication and commitment to the team truly stand out. Because of his leadership, our athletes have the opportunity to compete at an elite level and grow every single day — both physically and mentally.
My sons have been training with sensei Moamen for 2 years. He’s highly experienced and takes the time to support each child and help them grow, both in skill and confidence. His training program prepares the kids for competitions at various levels, from local to national and even international tournaments.
I can’t say enough great things about this dojo and Sensei Moamen. He is incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely care about each student’s growth—not just in karate but in confidence and discipline as well. The classes are well-structured and engaging, and you can really see progress over time.
New to Karate? Start at Summit Karate Academy
Summit Karate Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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 Summit Karate Academy
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. 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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