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Valentin Karate Plantsville
5 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Plantsville, 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
- 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
- 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 (860) 621-1474
Hours
| Monday | 9:30 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They have taught my son respect for himself and others, how to be helpful, patient, kind, and learns how to be strong and in shape!”
“They also do 1 on 1 teaching if there are not a lot of kids in your child’s class.”
“Martial arts encompasses so many positives in life and for life skills and self-defense.”
Other martial arts here
“This martial arts studio also teaches adult kickboxing and Zumba.”
“Martial arts encompasses so many positives in life and for life skills and self-defense.”
What students say
“No hesitation on 5 stars - the instructors and peers you will train with are positive, welcoming, and truly want you to be your best self.”
“No hesitation on 5 stars - the instructors and peers you will train with are positive, welcoming, and truly want you to be your best self.”
“The environment is family friendly and my kids absolutely love going! My kids loved going to much they convinced me to join as well!”
“You can literally see students of all ages gain self-confidence, improve their strength and coordination, have fun, and make friends.”
From the reviews
Incredible Self Defense program!!! Very Family oriented. Fun for parents and kids! I would Highly Recommend to anyone who wants to learn Martial Arts. Valentin Karate is the Best!
My daughter looks forward to going to her classes. She is learning discipline and punctuality along with Karate. I highly recommend Valentine Karate.
Highly recommend! I’ve been hooked since day 1 and my family has been training at Valentin Karate since 2005. The staff is experienced and works hard to motivate, challenge and support students of all learning styles and physical abilities. The multiple locations provide class time flexibility for when you need it.
My kids have learned not only karate skills, but skills they will need in school and life. From discipline to gross motor skills to talking in front of a crowd! The staff here is so friendly and welcomes you into the family from your very first class.
New to Karate? Start at Valentin Karate Plantsville
Valentin Karate Plantsville 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 Plantsville
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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