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Tim Barchard's Professional Martial Arts Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 256 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Derry, New Hampshire
Affiliated dojo — reviews and the dojo's own info point to a recognized Karate style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Goju-Ryu, Isshinryu, Tiger Schulmann's or Villari's). If lineage matters to you, ask which style and organization the dojo belongs to, and under whom the head sensei earned their black belt.
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
- 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 pmaderry.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 603-434-7995
Hours
| Monday | 8:30–11 am, 3–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30–11 am, 3–9 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 12–7 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–1:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“It is a place for everyone - from children who learned to walk only recently to hobbyists like myself to competitive fighters preparing for a competition.”
“My son has learned discipline, safety, self defense, emotional regulation, patience, listening, respect, control, and so many more invaluable soft skills.”
“Professor Tim Barchard and his staff create an atmosphere where beginners can progress with confidence and competitors can push themselves effectively.”
Other martial arts here
“Their confidence and self esteem has grown tremendously since they started taking Jiu Jitsu and the staff at PMA is more like an extended family than a business.”
“The instruction and physical benefits my son has gained through karate and I have gained through Muay Thai has been amazing for our physical and mental health as well.”
“The class schedule is flexible with opportunities to explore Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, MMA, and Karate - all taught by knowledgeable professionals.”
“My son has learned discipline, safety, self defense, emotional regulation, patience, listening, respect, control, and so many more invaluable soft skills.”
What students say
“Tim, Mason, and Laura are incredible instructors — supportive, skilled, and great at breaking things down no matter your experience level.”
“Professor Tim and Shihan Laura have worked hard to create a family-friendly environment that is both welcoming and engaging for all ages.”
“Their confidence and self esteem has grown tremendously since they started taking Jiu Jitsu and the staff at PMA is more like an extended family than a business.”
“My son has learned discipline, safety, self defense, emotional regulation, patience, listening, respect, control, and so many more invaluable soft skills.”
“It is a place for everyone - from children who learned to walk only recently to hobbyists like myself to competitive fighters preparing for a competition.”
“The instruction and physical benefits my son has gained through karate and I have gained through Muay Thai has been amazing for our physical and mental health as well.”
From the reviews
I don’t even know where to begin. PMA has been a part of our lives for the past 7 years, when we signed our daughter, Aerylyn, up for karate in May of 2016. Little did I know how much of an impact that karate would make on Aerylyn’s life. She lives and breathes Martial Arts.
If I could leave more stars I would! I’ve been a part of the Pma family for quite a few years now, 2 of the 3 of my kids are members of the karate team and I also bring my friends daughter. I couldn’t be happier with finding this dojo all those years ago!!!
The past 3 years with PMA has been an incredible experience for our entire family. The owners, staff, and other members of the studio are truly an amazing group of positive people.
This place is awesome, my daughter has so much fun, and I'm single dad and they understand that's hard for me to go twice week, as suppose to, my ex wife suppose to take her during week cause work but they don't and take her Saturday and, the most important thing all staff are great with the kids, and sometimes kids…
New to Karate? Start at Tim Barchard's Professional Martial Arts Academy
Tim Barchard's Professional Martial Arts Academy 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 Tim Barchard's Professional Martial Arts 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 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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