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The Edge Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 73 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Santa Clarita, California
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 — 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 theedgema.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (818) 294-8810
Hours
| Monday | 3–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 1–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 1–8 PM |
| Thursday | 12–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 1–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | 1–2:30 PM |
The classes they run
“Master Praegar has an excellent way of communicating with little people and i was amazed by the way he brought my daughter to the mat whenever she had tough times.”
“After seeing how much he was learning, and how much fun he was having, I decided to join the adult program myself.”
“Instruction in both Karate and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is top-notch, clear, structured, and effective for students of all levels.”
“We first enrolled my son in Little Dragon, where he learns American Tang Soo Do.”
“Whether you are working on forms, sparring, or self-defense, each class is structured to push you while still being fun and engaging.”
“I have found that martial arts have really helped my boys grow and mature as young teens.”
“Whether you are working on forms, sparring, or self-defense, each class is structured to push you while still being fun and engaging.”
Other martial arts here
“The Edge Martial Arts studio provides the perfect environment for any student at any level whether you’re in the tang soo doo or jiu jitsu program.”
“Whether you are working on forms, sparring, or self-defense, each class is structured to push you while still being fun and engaging.”
What students say
“Master Prager is really patient with all the kids, helps teach them discipline and you can tell he really takes pride when he's teaching.”
“Instruction in both Karate and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is top-notch, clear, structured, and effective for students of all levels.”
“He strikes the perfect balance of discipline and encouragement, always using a calm, respectful tone that motivates without ever intimidating.”
“At The Edge Martial Arts, we not just focused on technique and discipline, but also on character, respect, and personal development.”
“He treats every child like they’re his own, and it shows in the way our kids have grown not only in skill but in confidence and character.”
“He strikes the perfect balance of discipline and encouragement, always using a calm, respectful tone that motivates without ever intimidating.”
From the reviews
We have truly awesome instructors and a welcoming family community at The Edge! I have found that martial arts have really helped my boys grow and mature as young teens. It is a privilege to be taught by a Grandmaster!
My kids have been practicing martial arts with The Edge for well over a year now. It's been the greatest experience with any external activity we've put them in. On top of the skills they learn, the discipline they've gained is invaluable.
My daughter has been training with Master Prager for approximately 3 ½ years and recently earned her black belt. Before she enrolled at The Edge, we visited approximately 5 martial arts schools in the area.
Training at The Edge Martial Arts has been an incredibly rewarding experience. From day one, Master Prager and all the instructors created an environment that is both challenging and supportive, where students of all levels feel welcomed and motivated to grow.
New to Karate? Start at The Edge Martial Arts
The Edge Martial Arts 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 The Edge 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.
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