Explore our Karate Programs
At Vernon Valley Karate Academy, we offer thoughtfully crafted programs for all ages and experience levels. Whether you're introducing your child to the fundamentals of martial arts, helping them build confidence through self-defense, or seeking a supportive space to master traditional Okinawan Karate as an adult, we have a class for you.
Our programs foster personal growth, discipline, and community — empowering every student to thrive both on and off the mat.
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Ranger Program — Building confidence and safety from the start
Our Ranger Program is designed to nurture and empower our youngest students. Through engaging and age-appropriate karate techniques, we inspire children to succeed while respecting their unique developmental stages. Beyond martial arts, this program focuses on essential life skills, including teamwork, respect for peers and instructors, and conflict avoidance through positive social interactions. We also teach children how to recognize and respond to unfamiliar or potentially dangerous situations, helping them build confidence and awareness both inside and outside the dojo.
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Junior Program — Building strength, confidence, and discipline
Our Junior Program builds on the foundational social skills developed in the Ranger classes, while introducing traditional Okinawan Kata and Kumite (sparring) techniques. Students learn practical self-defense strategies to stand tall against bullying, empowering them to navigate challenges with confidence. Beyond martial arts, we encourage academic success and responsibility at home, fostering well-rounded personal growth. For those interested, competition opportunities are available, with tournaments held throughout the year to test and showcase their skills.
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Adult Program — Mastering karate through tradition and technique
Our Adult Program embraces karate as an art form, focusing on the analysis and mastery of technique for a deep understanding of Shorin-Ryu, a traditional Okinawan style. Training is centered around Kata, where students practice forms that build precision, discipline, and effective self-defense skills. Progress is achieved through collaboration and mutual support, fostering camaraderie and lifelong learning. While competition isn't emphasized, personal growth and mastery of the martial art are at the heart of every class.
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Family Program — A family that kicks together, sticks together!
At Vernon Valley Karate Academy, we believe that families who kick together, stick together. Our Family Program invites parents, children, and siblings to share the karate journey, training side by side, learning new skills, and working toward shared goals. These special classes strengthen family bonds while building confidence, discipline, and teamwork. Plus, we make it easy to get started with unbeatable family discounts, making quality martial arts training both meaningful and affordable.
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Weapons Program — xxxxxxxxxx
At Vernon Valley Karate Academy, we believe that families who kick together, stick together. Our Family Program invites parents, children, and siblings to share the karate journey, training side by side, learning new skills, and working toward shared goals. These special classes strengthen family bonds while building confidence, discipline, and teamwork. Plus, we make it easy to get started with unbeatable family discounts, making quality martial arts training both meaningful and affordable.
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