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Zen Dragon Martial Arts Mill Creek
4.9 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Mill Creek, Washington
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 3–5) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's Karate classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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
- Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule zendragon.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 425-337-8270
Hours
| Monday | 12–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–9 pm |
| Thursday | 12–9 pm |
| Friday | 12–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter has been attending Zen Dragon for the past three years, and the growth I’ve seen in her during this time has been truly incredible.”
“As a parent of a boy with lots of energy, I love that he gets a 1 on 1 lesson for some focus and then he has access to all the group classes and sparring on the weekends.”
“As a parent of a boy with lots of energy, I love that he gets a 1 on 1 lesson for some focus and then he has access to all the group classes and sparring on the weekends.”
“Beyond learning self-defense techniques, she has developed a strong sense of responsibility, discipline, and confidence that carries into her everyday life.”
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“Beyond learning self-defense techniques, she has developed a strong sense of responsibility, discipline, and confidence that carries into her everyday life.”
What students say
“I watched a group class and the sensei’s led a great self-defense exercise that was perfectly suited for the kids ages and skill levels.”
“They create a positive and supportive environment where kids feel motivated, safe, and encouraged to do their best.”
“Beyond learning self-defense techniques, she has developed a strong sense of responsibility, discipline, and confidence that carries into her everyday life.”
“I’m an old guy so my Kenpo is not as physical as it used to be.”
“As a parent of a boy with lots of energy, I love that he gets a 1 on 1 lesson for some focus and then he has access to all the group classes and sparring on the weekends.”
From the reviews
A remarkable dojo full of dedicated martial artists who are truly making a difference and giving all who train the tools they need to defend themselves.
My daughter has been attending Zen Dragon for the past three years, and the growth I’ve seen in her during this time has been truly incredible. Beyond learning self-defense techniques, she has developed a strong sense of responsibility, discipline, and confidence that carries into her everyday life.
We absolutely love Zen Dragons! The atmosphere is warm, supportive, and truly feels like a family. The senseis are amazing — patient, professional, and genuinely caring about each child’s growth and well-being. My child has been attending for almost a year, and we are very happy with the experience.
I’m an old guy so my Kenpo is not as physical as it used to be. We know that Kenpo is a meld of mind and body, so with the guidance of Sensei Brandon, I have been exploring the cerebral aspect of our art. Knowing the why and the intricacies of techniques and forms is just as stimulating as a group workout.
New to Karate? Start at Zen Dragon Martial Arts Mill Creek
Zen Dragon Martial Arts Mill Creek 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 Zen Dragon Martial Arts Mill Creek
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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