Colorado Karate Club
Traditional Shotokan karate for ages 3 to adult, in Brighton and Westminster. Confidence, focus and self-defence — starting with a free first class.
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Show up and do the work — even when it’s hard
Learn to follow first, then to lead others
Become someone worth looking up to
Pay attention and finish what you start
Karate for every age
Students train by rank — Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, and Black Belt — not by age, so everyone works alongside others at their own level. Pre-Karate is our one age-specific class.
Preschool Karate, Ages 3–5
Develop grit, communication, cooperation, confidence, and strength while having fun in a safe and nurturing environment. Our youngest students learn respect, focus, balance, and how to listen.
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Karate for Kids
Confidence that carries into the classroom. Children and youth build coordination, balance, and strength while learning respect, focus, and the discipline to finish what they start — plus real self-defense and anti-bully skills.
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Karate for Adults & Teens
Transform your body, mind, and spirit. Teens and adults gain practical self-defense, sharper focus, real fitness, and stress relief — training alongside a supportive group that pushes each other to improve.
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Family Karate
Because students train by rank rather than age, parents and children can be on the mat together — learning the same material, testing together, and building something that lasts as a family.
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Become the most powerful you
- Gain respect, confidence, and discipline
- Join a family-friendly positive environment
- Access highly-experienced instructors
- Find programs for all ages and skill levels
Colorado Karate Club for children, youth, and adults
Colorado Karate Club is a premier martial arts academy that offers traditional Shotokan karate training for individuals of all ages and skill levels. With a focus on character development, self-defense, and physical fitness, we provide expert instruction and a supportive community. Our classes promote discipline, confidence, and overall well-being. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced practitioner, Colorado Karate Club is dedicated to helping you achieve your goals in a welcoming and empowering environment.
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What our members are saying
5.0 average from 125 reviews
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¡Excelente experiencia en el Karate Club de Brighton! 🥋💪 Un lugar con un ambiente increíble, excelentes instructores y mucha dedicación para enseñar disciplina, respeto y confianza.Se nota el compromiso con los estudiantes y con su desarrollo, tanto dentro como fuera del tatami. Un club que recomiendo totalmente para niños, jóvenes y adultos que quieran aprender karate y mejorar física y mentalmente.¡Felicitaciones a todo el equipo por el gran trabajo! 👏🥋
This has taught my grandson, respect and so much confidence in himself.
Hello, I have two children I would like to enroll in the club. Where are you located?
Hello, I have two children I would like to enroll in the club. Where are you located?
Classes are structured and clear. The sensei's are great with kids of all ages as well as adults. Sensei Willy is committed to teaching his students the proper way to be prepared and not engage when not necessary.
They are awesome! 😁 For us being 1st time Karate parents we are very happy with how well they work with the kids. Very direct and clear on instructions for kids! After the first 3-4 days my kiddo caught on and loves it! They also give you a Good Habits form to help with behaviors at home and if you stick to it, it works AMAZING! ♥️ Thank you to the Sensei's!
Very experienced and professional, the dojo is very clean, the instructors do such a great job.
I highly recommend Colorado Karate Club. The Sensei are kind, fun, firm and humorous they are wonderful people who truly love what they do. I am extremely thankful for what they have done for my son. They want the best for their students and it goes beyond the dojo.
My grandson loves this place, they are great with the kids and its lots of fun watching them learn 😀 😊
I don't have any experience there but it sounds very good and I have 12 grandkids and I have four young adult women that I would like them to know defense classes I was abused when I was 12 years old and I feel that it would be really good for them to get the instruction and abilities to defend themselves
Beginner getting back into it after 40+ years with a minor disability. Felt very comfortable as an older adult and greatly appreciated the warm welcoming atmosphere. The sensei were patient and supportive, taking the time to demonstrate the moves, guiding me through them and giving me options when my disability prevented me from doing certain things. Even the kids were supportive and helpful, which shows the discipline and kindness they’re learning in the class as well.
Mis hijos disfrutan aprender karate lo recomiendo son excelentes senseis 👌🙏 mis hijos están aprendiendo responsabilidades en casa y comportamiento y sobretodo disciplina
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ONE OF THE BEST DECISIONS WE MADE !!! Our daughter is about to be 5 and, she prefers karate class over ice cream 🤣😅. Her instructors are the ABSOLUTE BEST. it's a very positive environment.
Our daughter is 4 almost 5, putting her in Karate is one of the best decisions we ever made, her instructers are absolutely the GREATEST!!
Me encanta este club, a mi hija le encanta ir y convivir con sus maestros y compañeros, he notado más confianza y concentración en mi hija y sobretodo disciplina, 100% recomendado
Excelente
My son started a little over a month ago and he absolutely LOVES it. Everyone is so nice and welcoming. We will continue to come and cannot wait for his future accomplishments here at CKC.
Awesome place for students of all ages, and all skill levels! Senseis are patient, firm but fair, and truly care about their students!
We have really enjoyed our time here! It’s been about a year since we started in the pre karate classes and our son has excelled. Starting as a 4 year old boy had its challenges with focus but everyone is so supportive and kind. He’s learned so much and now confidently assists in leading warmups and is so proud of his hard work! Highly recommend ♥️
Great experience with my 4.5 year old. The instructors were very professional, smart, and helped my kid (and all kids in the class) focus and learn the basics. It’s a good experience for younger kids to learn discipline and listening skills. I’d recommend it for young ones to learn, have fun, wear out, and learn new skills.
This is a quality organization. Sensei Willy and staff are great with all levels. My son is thriving at this dojo.After many years at this dojo, we would absolutely recommend this organization. It's a great place for all ages, genders and body types to try karate. My son has learned the value of commitment and pride of success. He has also learned how to deal with loss with grace and character.
We love Colorado Karate Club - they have taught our 6 year old son so much more than just karate. They have taught him focus, patience, perseverance and team work, as well as how to compete, win or lose, with grace. They have provided him with opportunities to give back to his community as well as opportunities to just have fun with other members of the dojo. The senseis and senpais are so encouraging and fun, even while maintaining an expectation of discipline and focus. Seeing the pride on my son’s face each time he learns a new move, moves up in rank or gets to lead class warmups is the best. We’re very thankful for this program and all they do.
Karate and this dojo have made a lasting impact on my son. I truly appreciate the sensei's time, effort and discipline.He enjoyed and respected his time at the dojo.
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This is one of the best karate school my son has attended. He’s come along way in the last three years. He listens well at home and he listens very well at school one of their top students. Sensi Kyra is an amazing teacher, she always gives a motivation to keep it going and continue to do a great job no matter how many obstacles they might encounter. She develops a great relationship with the students and I appreciate her teaching ethic towards my child. I recommend this school 100%.
Great place of trust and good discipline for strengthening children's character.
It has been great to see the improvement that he has had in class and at home.
We have really enjoyed our experience at Colorado Karate Club. Our son started at 3 years old and has really shown a lot of improvements in listening, following instructions, and overall balance/agility. The Sensei and Senpai and very patient and take extra time to work with the younger students. Would really recommend this for physical and emotional growth of your child
Colorado Karate Club is great. My grandson loves going and learning new things. It has also helped at home a lot with discipline.
Great experience for kids my.son loves it
Estamos muy contentos de formar parte a lo largo de estos 3 años en Colorado Karate Club, la mejor escuela, mi hijo a mostrado excelentes resultados en su disciplina en casa, escuela y sus actividades extra curriculares gracias al personal del Dojo por ser parte del desarrollo de mi hijo.
Este año iniciamos nuevos retos con mi hijo más pequeño en la mejor escuela de Karate para trabajar y desarrollas disciplina, respeto, enfoque, concentración, atender instrucciones y muchas otras más, con apoyo del mejor equipo de Senseis, claro en Colorado Karate Club.
Estamos felices de formar parte de Colorado Karate Club, nuestro hijo ha avanzado no solamente en sus habilidades en el Karate, sino en su carácter, empatía, y responsabilidad. Es una excelente opción para los padres que desean ver cambios positivos en sus hijos.
Wonderful gym and community that has helped our 7 year old challenge himself mentally and physically.Thank you, Sensei Willy, Sensei Kyra, and Sensei Axel. Mateo looks up to you all and for good reason.I appreciate what you have done for us and the community as a whole.
Great for kids
Great family/locally owned business that focuses on character development while learning self defense skills.
My family and I have been with Colorado Karate Club for the last 3 years. There has been so much growth in the boys' coordination, character discipline, and even in their listening skills! I have loved it so much that I joined the boys' on the karate journey to a black belt! I love the body discipline this program gives me. Also, with the group working through various stances and moves to become smoother as a whole, and then to take that individually to better ones self. ♥️
My daughter loves going to class every week.
We love Colorado Karate Club. Great teachers/staff and they truly care about your children and their karate goals. Our son has been a member for over 3 years and his focus and determination have greatly improved.
We absolutely love Colorado Karate Club, their owner and all their instructors. They are very professional, fun and show a sincere interest in our son. We had tried other martial arts schools for our young son but Colorado Karate Club in Westminster has been the most personable with students and parents. They are invested in the betterment not just of Karate skills but in each students morals, life goals and focus on respectful actions in their personal lives. In the last year, our son has increased his grades, decreased his anger and become more responsible in all aspects of his life. I can absolutely attribute these in no small part, to this school and its lessons. Please consider bringing your kids or adults to this school and meet the staff and parents.
Wonderful staff teaching so much more than Karate! Grateful for the life skills and respect they teach. The staff genuinely cares about each student.
Frequently Asked Questions
What styles of martial arts are taught at the studio?+
Our Karate school teaches traditional Shotokan Karate for ages 3 to adult.
What is the class schedule and how often are classes held?+
Classes are two days a week, but students may train up to four times a week if class size permits.
Are there specific classes for different age groups or skill levels?+
Students train by rank rather than age — Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, and Black Belt — so each student works alongside others at their own level and progresses at their own pace. This is also why families can train together. Pre-Karate (ages 3–5) is our one age-specific class.
What is the cost of membership or tuition fees?+
Memberships are $247 per month on a 12-month agreement, with a 10% discount if you pay in advance. There is also a one-time registration fee that covers your uniform, all protective equipment, belt testing, our two in-house tournaments each year, and seminars — everything is included, so there are no surprise fees later. We will go over the full details at your free introductory session.
Are there any uniform or equipment requirements?+
Our membership is all-inclusive. Students receive their Karate uniform (gi) and all the required equipment at the time of enrollment.
Are there opportunities for competitions or belt promotions?+
Colorado Karate Club hosts two in-house tournaments each year. Students of all ages are welcome and encouraged to participate. Belt promotions are every two months (Pre-Karate and Beginner). Intermediate and Advanced belt promotions are dependent upon each student's progress.
What is the instructor's experience and teaching philosophy?+
Our instructors are highly experienced and passionate about martial arts. They focus on building a supportive and positive learning environment. Each instructor brings their unique teaching style and shares valuable insights to help students excel in their martial arts journey.
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Show up in comfy clothes — we’ll handle the rest. Uniform and equipment are included when you enroll.
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