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Zai Martial Arts Academy

5 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Livermore, California

Kids & teens Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • 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
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  • Website & schedule zaixma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 925-951-6222

Hours

Monday 4–8:30 pm
Tuesday 4–8:30 pm
Wednesday 4–8:30 pm
Thursday 4–8:30 pm
Friday 4–8:30 pm
Saturday 8 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, belt tests, and seminars — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Karate classes on the schedule at Zai Martial Arts Academy, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 28 mentions

“The kids had their karate lessons before I would do Tai Chi so I got to see how much fun they were having and how much they love their lessons and the instructors.”

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Teens

“He turned strong and confident teenager.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“The one on one attention he gets from the instructors and the love they have for every kid has made my boy brave and confident in all he does.”

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Other martial arts here

Karate dojos are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at Zai Martial Arts Academy — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🏟️ MMA

“Trained here for a few years, very good instruction in Tai Chi and MMA.”

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🐉 Kung Fu 3 mentions

“Provided is a comfortable setting with Instructors who know their art of Kung Fu and more.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the dojo's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want taekwondo, jiu-jitsu, or kickboxing alongside your Karate, confirm the current schedule with the dojo.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 39 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 6 mentions

“This academy ZMA, the instructors Master Zai, Zaid and Iesa are very supportive and well detailed in instructing the skills and techniques.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 7 mentions

“We went to several other dojo's and they were all very promising but this one offers several forms of Martial Arts and weapons and a nice variety of classes.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“They really work with my kids to help with focus and bring an overall sense of strength - mental and physical.”

💵 good value / fair pricing 2 mentions

“This is well worth the money and you will quickly feel like you have found a place where you belong at Zai Martial Arts Academy.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 17 mentions

“Martial arts training offers many benefits to children, in terms of discipline and self-esteem, but these same benefits accrue to adults as well.”

From the reviews

Zai Marital Arts is the best thing that has happened to my son. My son began when he couldn’t do any steps and had no interest. The instructors always take their time to work with every kid and encourage them in every step. My son has tremendously improved and loves this place.

★★★★★ — Joy, Mar 2019

I have attended ZMA academy for several years now and am impressed with Sifu Zai’s depth of martial arts experience and his skill and patience as an instructor. Martial arts training offers many benefits to children, in terms of discipline and self-esteem, but these same benefits accrue to adults as well.

★★★★★ — David, Dec 2016

I was only able to go to Zai Martial Arts Academy for a short time before I moved out of town but it was a fantastic experience. The people are friendly and welcoming and do an excellent job teaching both students and adults.

★★★★★ — Helena, Dec 2016

I have been a student at Zai Martial Arts for a month now. I first contacted them and asked the normal questions about classes offered, prices, etc., and was extremely pleased with their customer service which attracted me even more.

★★★★★ — David, Jan 2017

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Your first Karate class at Zai Martial Arts Academy

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.

Karate is a contact sport. Ease in, train within your limits, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Zai Martial Arts Academy

2650 Kitty Hawk Rd, Livermore, CA94551

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