My name is Ashley and I am a 5th degree black belt and Program Director at Bobby Lawrence Karate in Orem. I started karate when I was 5 years old and I cannot begin to express how thankful I am to Master Lawrence and Charlene for what they have taught me. They have recently shared a letter that my mom wrote to them a few years back and I would like to share it with you: Charlene, Just thought I would check in with you. Before we talk business I wanted to let you and bobby know how grateful I am for the karate studio you started so many years ago. My children are better today by leaps and bounds because of it. Char, they make good decisions in times of adversity. They can stand up for themselves in difficult situations. They are confident and physically fit. Our family foundation is strong, however, we have benefited greatly from what they have learned at your studio. It has more than once held up the walls for my kids when they may have otherwise fallen. When Ashley feels unaccepted at school or she has no friends or that the world is coming in on her she will turn to her karate family for love, support, and self-worth and she will find what she needs every time. EVERY TIME! The workout, the competition, the school creeds, the atmosphere is all designed for the good of the student. Although her family loves her, this support outside of the family is crucial. I cannot possibly express in words how thankful I am. You have done something good here. Really good and I love you and Bobby for the time and sacrifice that you have put into your work. I hope it never ends. It may not have made you wealthy here on earth but your treasures in heaven are running over. Stephanie read more

This is an expensive babysitting service. Good for little kids who don't mind mommy and daddy and need to be taught some respect. Expensive for what you get, or the lack of it. Don't expect your kid to become a little ninja despite the class name! If you are looking for an after school program to keep the little one occupied try the rec center. If your child has anger management issues seek therapy not a watered down karate! read more

Mostly for little kids as an expensive day care. They don't cater well to adults. A puppy mill for martial arts black belts. If you like the idea of kids having black belts, give it a try. They have tried to do the mixed martial arts thing, by blending a bunch of martial arts together and not really sticking to one specific style. Good for kids daycare and fitness, NOT good if you want to truly learn martial arts. read more

My son has been training for 9 months. He started the Black Belt Training program and I can't even explain fully in word how he has changed for good. He is so confident, happy, respectful, responsible, goal oriented, and more lovable! He's almost 13! I love the young man he is learning to become through the values he is being taught. Plus, he is so strong! Thank you Bobby Lawrence! read more

Bobby Lawrence has been excellent for our kids. They absolutely love it and I love that they focus on a different moral principle each week. They have grown so much and learned to be more confident and self assure because of all the things they have learned. I can't recommend BLK Orem enough. They are amazing! read more

Our son needed another activity to do and has really excelled with this he dosent want to stop which is awesome it has helped him with his self confidence and self esteem and self respect so much the instructors are so awesome this dojo is so awesome I'll be signing up with him next belt rotation cant wait read more

Nice staff, but these guys are the original McDojo. 12-year old black belts that couldn't take a high school wrestler in a street fight. I've heard pretty negative things about hidden fees and their long-term contracts. Can't find anything about their prices (hidden!) I wouldn't recommend them. read more

From the outside it appears to be a typical karate school. After going inside and interaction with the staff, it is obvious that it is much more. This school is great for kids and those who truly enjoy martials arts. They have helped my son learn and grow so much since we started. read more

Bobby Lawrence Karate has been such a great experience for my son. The instructors are great manage the classes well and are enthusiastic. My son has been gaining strength, skills and confidence and is happier. I am so grateful for his time with Bobby Lawrence Karate! read more

My sibling go here. And they seem to really enjoy it. They're doing a tickets this summer which encourages them to get things done around the house. Its also a great way for them to get their energy out and make friend. read more

Bobby Lawrence Karate is a amazing place for kids/teens/and Adults to learn daily life skills and learn how to defend themselves the right way and learn proper karate and learn a lot of discipline on the way. read more

This is a great way for kids to learn good self defense skills and get some energy out. At home they just like to play on their electronics so this is the perfect way to get them excited about exercising! read more

We have been at Bobby Lawrence Karate for a year now and we love it! The kids have learned so much karate and discipline. We absolutely love the teachers and how great they are with the kids! read more

My kids and I have attended Bobby Lawrence Karate Orem for 4 1/2 years. We absolutely love it. They teach the kids not only respecting others, but respecting themselves as well. read more

Mine and my friend's siblings go here and they love it! She has been dying to go to karate and was so excited when we found a place close to home!! read more

Great place for kids to learn self discipline while still getting to be a kid. My siblings love coming here twice a week!