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Valentin Karate
5 ★★★★★ 132 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Meriden, Connecticut
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 (ages 4–12) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule valentinkarate.net — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (203) 238-0427
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The dedication and passion of the instructors are evident in every session, and the positive impact on my son's confidence and skills is truly remarkable.”
“The instructors are very encouraging and do a great job supporting beginners, which has really helped build his confidence as he learns.”
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What students say
“With patient instructors and engaging teaching tools in their homework assignments, they're providing a supportive and effective learning experiences to all kids and adults!”
“The environment is welcoming and positive, and it's clear the staff genuinely care about the development of each child, both physically and emotionally.”
“With patient instructors and engaging teaching tools in their homework assignments, they're providing a supportive and effective learning experiences to all kids and adults!”
“The dedication and passion of the instructors are evident in every session, and the positive impact on my son's confidence and skills is truly remarkable.”
“Jairo was absolutely amazing and I couldn't say anything more positive about this place with the patience shown, values and respect that they are working to instill.”
From the reviews
Valentin karate is an Amazing Karate school the staff are great people and the instructors are amazing team that take the time to get to know you as they train you also they are great with children and adults on the Spectrum as I know from fist hand with my child who is on the spectrum
Valentin Karate in Meriden is a fantastic place for your grandchildren to learn karate! With patient instructors and engaging teaching tools in their homework assignments, they're providing a supportive and effective learning experiences to all kids and adults!
We started doing Tang Soo Do in November of 2022 when they opened their Bristol VK homeschool location. We love doing karate as a family and have learned and grown so much. We are gaining confidence and learning valuable skills and lessons in the process.
Jairo was absolutely amazing and I couldn't say anything more positive about this place with the patience shown, values and respect that they are working to instill. Many options available for classes, very family oriented and strong stake in the community. 8/17/23 update.
New to Karate? Start at Valentin Karate
Valentin 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 Valentin 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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