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Zhang Sah School, Martial Arts and Learning Center South Philly
3.9 ★★★★☆ 27 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Plan your first class
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- 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 zhangsah.org — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (215) 372-7045
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Zhang Sah is a non-profit martial arts organization that has been educating the bodies and strengthening the minds of children and adults since 1997.”
Other martial arts here
“Marcas is a great instructor and I would highly recommend for adults and kids who are interested in MMA.”
What students say
“Zhang Sah is a fantastic martial arts-focused pre-K program that has been a wonderful experience for our family.”
“Our son attends Pre-K here and loves it.”
“Besides learning different martial arts techniques - he has also learned other valuable life tools including leadership, confidence, teamwork, and more.”
From the reviews
My son has been going since age 5 and he is now 11. Zhang Sah has become family-like. Besides learning different martial arts techniques - he has also learned other valuable life tools including leadership, confidence, teamwork, and more. I would definitely recommend this program.
I have been training at Zhang Sah for approximately 10 years and think it is amazing. Both of my children were part of the afterschool program and also trained in martial arts here. The staff and instructors are always kind and helpful. The training is fantastic and I would recommend to everyone.
I love this place. My son has been going for 5 months. The people are very nice and always friendly. I read in another person's review that they did not like an instructor, Marquis. Well, I can tell you that can't be true. From my experience, Marquis is patient and fun.
Our son attends Pre-K here and loves it. The class size was better than the other 2 schools we toured. They have a karate component and a Mandarin teacher. They have weekly newsletters and zoom calls to stay in touch with what is happening.
Your first Karate class at Zhang Sah School, Martial Arts and Learning Center South Philly
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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