Best Karate Classes in Newton, MA

“My daughter has been going here for almost a year and at first was very shy and cried during her one on one lessons with sensi Quimby but he made her feel safe and comfortable and she is now working towards her orange belt.”

“This place gives me the best and most fun workout I could ever do while learning self defense especially while doing self defense drills involving a lot of punching and kicking on pads.”

“I am very grateful for everything I learn from incredible professionals, such as sensei Alex Marshall and Master Marcelo Sirqueira, who is my tatami father.”

“Since Covid - 19 they have been constantly adjusting the classes to maximize safe learning options, virtual classes, one on one sessions, and strict in person class protocols once that became a reasonable option.”

“Tonight at Cub Scouts he walked up the kids he didn't know introduced himself, and gave them high-fives, it made me very happy as a parent to see Connor come out of his shell and be social.”

“The staff helps her with her homework before her daily Taekwondo class, so that her homework is done by the time I pick her up from Bruce Mc Corry's, which is a big, big help.”

“My son is entering his 10th year of training and still displays the same passion for Taekwondo now as he did 10 years ago, which is wonderful testimony towards the instructors.”

“FMAC is a gym with one of the highest level of ethics, the students are thoroughly vetted and have the grace and humility of high level jiu jitsu practitioners.”

“John is a fantastic coach who was instrumental in shaping my game, and anyone who is serious about their martial arts training should take the opportunity to train with him and his team.”

“My son's been asking to take him to the gym, practices calisthenics at home, and changed his diet so he could become stronger and healthier, so he could be the best that he can be not only in the Dojo, but with everything else in life.”

“Aside from the classes, he puts together many activities for the kids and families - Parents Night Out, Family BBQ's, bring your parents on the mat, fundraising events and food drives.”

“Through Callahan's Karate, I have learned more than just Kenpo Karate: I have learned valuable life lessons including leadership, confidence, and self-discipline that I apply to other aspects in my life.”

“There were times when I was habing hard time to keep up with two kids schedules but Bobby sensei had always been supportive and helpful to to figure out ways continue kids classes.”

“I have been training at United shaolin for years it has always been a second home to me everyone there is welcoming and caring no matter what your level of training.”

“Fast forward to today and she's confident, inspired, passionate, and sticks up for the under dog due to the respect and kindness lessons she has received at home and in the studio.”

“Begginers (like me) will have a great time learning, while more advanced members will definitely enjoy of a good workout and good guidance on how to improve their techniques.”