My daughter has been taking Tae kwon do at the Centennial location and has been loving it. Great…read moreconfidence builder. Kids need to get their energy out in a positive and fun way. Fun for adults as well!

This is the BEST martial arts studio in the Denver area. I started taking classes here in February…read more2015 and worked my way up to successfully test for my black belt in April 2018. The instructors are incredibly patient, motivating and kind. I feel so fortunate to have had the opportunity to train with these strong and skilled instructors, particularly Master H and Master Natzke. There are also a myriad of wonderful junior and adult assistant instructors and I love each of them. When I sprained my ankle numerous times last year and have gone through other medical issues, the administrative staff were understanding and supportive and I had no issues pausing my account. There is such a great atmosphere and it truly is a UMAC family - I highly recommend visiting for a free class.

My son joined up with them about 6 months ago and he really likes this place. They're relatively…read morecheap - for dojos -, don't require a contract, and believe in open communication with the clients. He seems more excited about going here than he ever did wit his old dojo and he's actually learning how to spar and kick my butt, even though I outweigh him by way too much. If I were going to sign myself up, this is where I'd go!

Started off sending our youngest for some classes and our oldest was so impressed she asked to…read morestart after about 2 months. Good prices and a great learning environment

Their courses were a gift to me because I had suffered a brain injury during an assault and I was…read moreunable t even keep my balance before I started, now I can stand on one leg and perform kicks and punches and punches while doing so. The Sensei's are great and they want you to be the very best as possible. In addition they are more than happy to answer questions and teach. Thank you Sensei Chris and Sensei Spencer!

My name is Ryan Rodolph. I've been with ZUSDS for 12.5 years, more than 2/3 my life. It was given…read moreto me as a birthday present when I was five and I was happy to go. When I was five, I didn't know what it meant to be an ambassador of the art. I wanted to come in and be a goofy little kid, but the studio has taught me the respect, discipline, and spirituality of a true martial art over the years. It's a retreat from the whims of life, it's timeless, and it helps every aspect of life. As one of the only people on Yelp being able to make a review of Z-Ultimate like this, I can't say anything but how it's changed my life. Give it a try, even if it's for a day. You won't regret it! (also i'm the little kid with the brown hair on the front picture in the picture hehe)

I have been practicing Karate for the last 20 years. It is a great exercise and discipline, one…read morethat shapes not only body, but mind and soul too. When I moved to Denver 2 years ago, the first thing I did was to find a dojo where I could continue my training. I first visited a dojo that was very traditional. Nothing wrong with it, but I wanted somewhere were I could practice the competitive and athletic side of karate. Okinawa Dojo was the second dojo I visited. From the beginning, I was surprised with the level of the classes, as well as the knowledge and understanding of Karate by both Sensei Vitaly and Sensei Alex. Their kindness and passion for teaching inspires all of us to try hard and give our best in every training. Here, I have not only founda place to train and learn, but friends as well. I encourage everyone who wants to learn "the way of the empty hand" to come to Okinawa Dojo, I'm sure you won't be disappointed!

My son joined Okinawa Dojo almost a year ago. We did a trial class and then joined without any…read morepressure or sales tactics. When we enrolled staff went over everything with us including cost, schedules, expectations, payment and answered any questions I had before we enrolled. Any questions that I have had, any of the staff has always been able to answer my questions or find someone that can. My son has learned so much, made great friends, had great mentors in his Sensei's and had a lot of fun in not only the classes, but the camps, Halloween party, competitions, etc. This karate community has been amazing for our son and family. Highly recommend!

The respect and focus that Sensei Nick Milliken shares with and teaches to his students is…read moreinspiring. Yes, our son is learning karate, but he is also learning about the importance of community, dedication, kindness, strength, self confidence, forgiveness, and self control. I am so grateful we found Vision Quest Martial Arts. "It's the tiny little efforts that make the difference."

It's a good program. There is a lot to like about the way that they bring out the best qualities of…read moreeach child, with some insight into what makes them each 'tick. The positive mantras and pep talks are every bit as much of what makes this a good program as the karate itself. Nick Milliken won us over when he spent 1:1 time with our son, giving him some good mentoring... and again when he was looking for new assistants for the school (indicating that the punching and kicking was the easy part, but "getting it right" with the major task of motivating and helping-to-raise the kids was the most important bit). It's not always perfect, they certainly need longer-term assistants and staff... but it's really a great place to develop your children mentally and physically. It builds "long-term" confidence. Check it out!

They've been so patient and kind to our son, who is new to jiujitsu. They are great teachers and we…read morecan't wait to see our son grow in this class

Sensei Dave is amazing with the kids and great instructing the adults. The studio is small but…read moreit's family run and offers Little Dragons (small kids karate), karate, aikido (new) and Jujutsu. Classes are formal but not rigid and Sensei keeps the little kids involved while "herding cats" with that age group. If you're thinking of martial arts training I highly recommend.

Hands down best karate school around!! I love that kids can stay active, learn self defense, and…read moremost importantly learn use their mind. The life lessons Mr. Kuntz passes on to the kids while teaching them to master their karate skills are truly invaluable. My son loves his lessons here and I will always be grateful to the wonderful staff and NK family!!!

We are big fans of National Karate in Colorado Springs. Our daughter has been attending for the…read morepast year and we've seen remarkable changes in her confidence. Children seem to respond extremely well to David, the instructor/owner. He stresses respect, self esteem, and how to handle stranger danger. We first heard about NK through a friend whose daughter also attends. We couldn't be happier in our choice to bring our daughter here.

I cannot say enough great things about it. Everyone is respectful and it is a kid friendly…read moreenvironment. Most of all my son loves going there.

From the owner: Tae Kwon Do and Chun Kuhn Do instruction, including self defense, weapons, after school program,…read moresummer camps and pre-martial arts classes.

Excellent Training. Japanese Shotokan Karate!…read more Experienced Sensei's! The Best. Gifted Teachers with a lifetime of Training.

So I enrolled my son here, and the folks are nice enough, but when it came to testing, half of the…read morekids didn't know what they were doing, and everyone just got passed a belt. What incentive is there for kids to try hard when it doesn't really matter if they try or not? When I was in Karate, we had to try hard just to get a stripe, or 2 or 3. These people are passing out belts like a free meal on Colfax. I wouldn't recommend. You should be awarded based on skill, not on if you pay your monthly bill.

This Dojo is the real thing, authentic, living, evolving Karate taught by true masters of the art…read more The Ninomiya family, headed by Kancho (Grandmaster) is full of true peaceful warriors, bushido samurai. They have all competed at very high levels and know their techniques inside and out and are as open and generous with them as possible. Train with them for a while and you become family. Unpretentious, no egotism, no macho, just excellent martial art with a sterling lineage. If you want to learn real Karate go here, you will not regret the descision. They also teach great yoga there, and have an interesting variety of conditioning classes, great for the whole family.

One of the greatest Karate schools in Denver!! My 7 year old has been training here for a long…read moretime and we love it. Many different classes, at different times and days.