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Surge Kickboxing

5 ★★★★★ 144 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Arvada, Colorado

Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons

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
  • 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule surgekickboxing.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (720) 510-9932

Hours

Monday 6 AM–1 PM, 4–8 PM
Tuesday 6 AM–1 PM, 4–8 PM
Wednesday 6 AM–1 PM, 4–8 PM
Thursday 6 AM–1 PM, 4–8 PM
Friday 6 AM–1 PM, 4–7 PM
Saturday 8 AM–12 PM
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 Surge Kickboxing, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 8 mentions

“I come in for the adult kickboxing circuit and my daughter attends the kids karate classes, we both have had a great experience!”

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🌱 Beginners 4 mentions

“For those who have never done kickboxing, it's a great place to start and the workouts are quick and effective so perfect for someone like me who has a busy schedule.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“All my life I thought kickboxing seemed like a cool, fun method of learning both physical fitness and self defense.”

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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 Surge Kickboxing — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🥋 Jiu-Jitsu 3 mentions

“Surge Kickboxing in Arvada is an outstanding facility for anyone interested in kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, striking, and martial arts.”

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🥊 Kickboxing 21 mentions

“Surge Kickboxing in Arvada is an outstanding facility for anyone interested in kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, striking, and martial arts.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“All my life I thought kickboxing seemed like a cool, fun method of learning both physical fitness and self defense.”

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 144 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 10 mentions

“With supportive coaches guiding you throughout your journey, whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, there's a perfect spot and trainer for you.”

friendly, respectful dojo 21 mentions

“This whole concept of a full-body workout in just 30 minutes is amazing, but what makes Surge even better are the professional, knowledgeable and friendly trainers.”

great workout & fitness 5 mentions

“I love being adventurous, and this gets me in the best shape to be able to continue saying yes to adventure as it comes along.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 3 mentions

“Sensei Mike's expertise in karate has honed my discipline and technique, we would love to see more in the adult classes!”

From the reviews

I joined Surge Kickboxing 8 months ago looking for Karate for my son and a fun whole body workout for me. I didn't expect joining to change my life like it has. My son found a new confidence in Karate and has made lifelong friends. With the support of the trainers and members, I have transformed my body and my mindset.

★★★★★ — Kim, Mar 2023

Surge kickboxing has changed my life. I don’t say that hyperbolically. It truly has. All my life I thought kickboxing seemed like a cool, fun method of learning both physical fitness and self defense.

★★★★★ — Ruby, Jul 2023

Surge Kickboxing is an exceptional gym that offers a diverse range of martial arts and fitness training. Under the guidance of knowledgeable instructors like Sensei Mike for Shotokan Karate, Blake for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Steve for circuit training, I've experienced tremendous growth both physically and mentally.

★★★★★ — Steven, Feb 2024

Surge Kickboxing in Arvada is an outstanding facility for anyone interested in kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, striking, and martial arts. With supportive coaches guiding you throughout your journey, whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, there's a perfect spot and trainer for you.

★★★★★ — Chris, Apr 2024

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New to Karate? Start at Surge Kickboxing

Surge Kickboxing 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.

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Your first Karate class at Surge Kickboxing

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 Surge Kickboxing

14701 W 65th Way Ste 1, Arvada, CO80004

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