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USA Karate
4.7 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Burnsville, Minnesota
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 usakaratemn.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (952) 892-6565
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | 12:30–2 PM |
The classes they run
“As a parent, what I see when I watch his classes, is the the kids pay attention to his lessons - discipline, respect, caring for yourself, and caring for others.”
“he makes it fun for her, and for every other child who goes there, to learn discipline and respect along with a few moves that may come in handy for self defense some day.”
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“he makes it fun for her, and for every other child who goes there, to learn discipline and respect along with a few moves that may come in handy for self defense some day.”
What students say
“David is a skilled martial artist and great instructor.”
“he makes it fun for her, and for every other child who goes there, to learn discipline and respect along with a few moves that may come in handy for self defense some day.”
From the reviews
mr kruckow has a way with children that makes our daughter, who is 6 years old and has the attention span to prove it, WANT to go as often as possible. he makes it fun for her, and for every other child who goes there, to learn discipline and respect along with a few moves that may come in handy for self defense some…
In a world with many problems, Master Kerry is one of the solutions. As a parent, what I see when I watch his classes, is the the kids pay attention to his lessons - discipline, respect, caring for yourself, and caring for others. It is not about fighting...but if you must fight, you may defend yourself.
We love having our daughters in karate here! They graduated to black belt fall of 2021. Master Kruckow is amazing with the kids! It's so awesome that my kids convinced me to sign up.
David is a skilled martial artist and great instructor. I know him personally so I can say with authority that you cannot go wrong learning from him.
New to Karate? Start at USA Karate
USA Karate 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 USA Karate
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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