Maplewood Karate

Maplewood Karate Self-Defense offers affordable martial arts classes for all ages, from four years old to adult. One of our most popular classes - “Karate Littles” - offer classes for children ages four to five years of age. In this fun fitness class, students learn real techniques they can comprehend for their age level. Also learned is good balance and proper tumbling to prepare them for the next level. For older students Ages 6 to 8 and 9+, after school Karate & self-defense classes have become very popular, so we have added additional classes for all age groups so that students can train with us and still have time for other sports or activities. Our certified instructors follow a long path in the martial arts, since 1975, with achievements in training others, receiving awards for instruction and competition. We are a very serious martial arts school and are very family and community oriented. We teach traditional Japanese Karate & Judo blended into an effective self-defense system. In addition, we teach sport karate for competition. Students do not have to enter competition if they do not wish to but can enjoy the extra knowledge offered regardless. Improve focus and concentration. Learn to defend yourself and build confidence for life. Improve your overall fitness, sleep quality and reduce stress in our central air conditioned facility.