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United Martial Arts Katy
4.9 ★★★★★ 48 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Katy, Texas
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
- 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
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule unitedmakaty.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (281) 579-2675
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has been going here one week before he turned 5, and his anniversary AND his birthday is next month and will be turning 9.”
“Not only does Master Santarose excel at teaching the technical aspects, but he also incorporates sparring which the kids find incredibly engaging.”
“Their strength, stamina, and self-defense skills give ME peace of mind to know that I have made the right decision of putting them in the care of Master Santarose.”
“I take part in their adult classes, where they balance fantastic, detailed instruction with patience and good humor.”
Other martial arts here
“I’ve practiced Taekwondo for the better part of 15 years, and the last 2 have been with the Santarose brothers, who consistently do an EXCELLENT job.”
“Great Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school for kids.”
“Their strength, stamina, and self-defense skills give ME peace of mind to know that I have made the right decision of putting them in the care of Master Santarose.”
What students say
“To have such personal and individualized instruction from a 7th Dan Black Belt is not something to be taken lightly.”
“I take part in their adult classes, where they balance fantastic, detailed instruction with patience and good humor.”
“My son absolutely adores the Taekwondo class led by Master Christopher Santarose!”
“My young son attends regularly and I have been impressed with the Masters balance between patience, kindness, & firm discipline.”
From the reviews
The quality of instruction at United Martial Arts is unsurpassed. I’ve practiced Taekwondo for the better part of 15 years, and the last 2 have been with the Santarose brothers, who consistently do an EXCELLENT job.
Master Santarose is a top notch instructor and very dedicated to his craft. More importantly, he cares and places a lot of emphasis on his students' character development. My kids have been here for a few years now and it is amazing to see their and all the other kid's character growth.
Master Santarose really gives his all to his students. My young son attends regularly and I have been impressed with the Masters balance between patience, kindness, & firm discipline. It's fun to watch! I'd definitely recommend this studio.
Great Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school for kids. My daughter loves going. Very nice coaches.
New to Karate? Start at United Martial Arts Katy
United Martial Arts Katy 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 United Martial Arts Katy
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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