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West Valley Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Campbell, California
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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule wvmadojo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (408) 871-8180
Hours
| Monday | 4–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 3:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 3:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 3:30–7 PM |
| Saturday | 9–11 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The instructors do an incredible job creating an environment where kids feel supported while also learning discipline, respect, and confidence.”
“This is an amazing place for struggling teens, whether from weight, insecurities or lack of discipline and exercise.”
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What students say
“Our attends classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and from day one everyone has been so warm, welcoming, patient, and encouraging with her.”
“Our attends classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and from day one everyone has been so warm, welcoming, patient, and encouraging with her.”
“The instructors do an incredible job creating an environment where kids feel supported while also learning discipline, respect, and confidence.”
From the reviews
I came to this school because I was a little stick who got bullied a ton at school. This all changed thanks to my instructor Haakon. He has taught me how to do various kicks and punches. I feel very confident and safe around him.
My daughter and her best friend who are extreme introverts refused to join everything that was offered to them. Their confidence, energy and excitement level changed since joining WVMA. Very positive environment from the Sensei's and from the owner Dan.
Best dojo in the Bay area. The program, the team, the environment. You will not find a better place to learn Martial Arts. My kids love it.
We have absolutely loved our experience at West Valley Martial Arts! Our attends classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and from day one everyone has been so warm, welcoming, patient, and encouraging with her.
New to Karate? Start at West Valley Martial Arts
West Valley 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 West Valley 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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