Martial Arts Class FAQ
for South Philly Parents & Adults

Ages 4+; mature 3-year-olds can try a class to see if they're ready. Little Dragons is for ages 4–6, Youth Martial Arts is for ages 7–12, and Teen & Adult classes are for ages 13 and up.

No. Every free trial is beginner-friendly, and our instructors guide each student through the first class. You don't need to be athletic, outgoing, or "in shape" to start.

Comfortable clothes they can move in, like a T-shirt and athletic pants or shorts. No uniform is needed for the free trial class. When you join, your uniform is free: come a little early to your first class as a member to pick it up. Karate Conditioning never uses uniforms, so just wear workout clothes.

Nothing special, just comfortable clothes you can move in.

About 10 minutes before class starts. That gives your child time to settle in and meet the instructor.

Little Dragons: 30 minutes · Youth Martial Arts: 45 minutes · Teen & Adult: 1 hour · Karate Conditioning: 45 minutes.

Yes. Parents are welcome to watch class from our viewing area. Some kids feel more comfortable knowing you're there.

Yes. That's who many kids are on day one. Instructors give shy kids time to warm up, and a shy child can watch first and jump in when they're comfortable. High-energy kids get structure and plenty of chances to move. If there's anything we should know about your child, mention it when you book or tell us at the door.

We'll tell you how your child did and answer your questions about the schedule and membership. If you want to keep going, we'll explain how to join. If not, no hard feelings.