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True Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 142 Google reviews · Karate dojo in West Bloomfield Township, Michigan
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 (ages 4–18) — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule bloomfieldmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 248-706-0000
Hours
| Monday | 1–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 1–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 1–8 pm |
| Thursday | 1–8 pm |
| Friday | 1–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“What sets True apart is its unique ability to engage students of all ages—creating a space where kids and adults grow side by side.”
“The instruction and subject matter covers both sportive martial arts and self-defense.”
“I'm currently enrolled in the adult programs here, and everyone is very welcoming and supportive.”
Other martial arts here
“I'm currently sending my daughter here to learn confidence, discipline and respect along with having fun learning BJJ.”
“I take the fitness class and adult Muay Thai and Jiu Jitsu classes which are all awesome.”
“The instruction and subject matter covers both sportive martial arts and self-defense.”
What students say
“I'm currently enrolled in the adult programs here, and everyone is very welcoming and supportive.”
“I'm currently enrolled in the adult programs here, and everyone is very welcoming and supportive.”
“True Martial Arts is committed to assisting each youth grow and develop their techniques and skills while at the same time teaching commitment, hope, fun, and discipline.”
“I'm currently sending my daughter here to learn confidence, discipline and respect along with having fun learning BJJ.”
“True Martial Arts is committed to assisting each youth grow and develop their techniques and skills while at the same time teaching commitment, hope, fun, and discipline.”
From the reviews
We started our kids in the grasshopper classes a couple of months ago and they absolutely love it! The classes are extremely well structured, engaging, and fun. Watching our kids enjoy karate as much as they do, has inspired my wife and I to recently start taking classes as well.
My family has had a wonderful experience to date at True Martial Arts. The instructors are friendly and knowledgable, and there is a real sense of community at the gym. I take the fitness class and adult Muay Thai and Jiu Jitsu classes which are all awesome. I look forward to attending every week.
Our family has been training at True since 2020, and it has become an integral part of our lives. What sets True apart is its unique ability to engage students of all ages—creating a space where kids and adults grow side by side.
My son has been attending true martial arts for a little over 6 months now. The instructors at True are great and very attentive. We love that they always have extra instructors in class to help make sure each kid is getting the attention they need.
New to Karate? Start at True Martial Arts
True Martial Arts 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 True 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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