Martial Arts Schools near Upper Darby

“Best place around, very authentic boxing gym. Great atmosphere. All coaches there have pro-cards. I train here a few days a week. Love being pushed to work hard. Live sparring is my favorite part. Definitely recommend coming here it you want to learn the sport of boxing.“

“We haven't been attending for some time, but Cheng's Martial Arts is the Best! Master Cheng cares and is solid in his instructional formats. I would easily encourage all to attend Cheng's Martial Arts. They value quality over anything else. We plan to return as time and circumstances permit.
Sandeep & Aylisha A.“

“My son loves his kids MMA class every Saturday with coach Malik. He is on the spectrum and has ADHD. Coach Malik and his assistant coaches are so patient, yet firm with him. I have noticed improvements in his skills and focus over the past 4 months. Thank you, Delco MMA!“

“My son is 8 years old and started a couple weeks ago! I love it here and appreciate how welcoming Action Karate is to my family and I! So excited for this new beginning“

“Action Karate Mainline has be great for my daughter! It keeps her disciplined and motivated. Great instructors as well!!“

“Zach’s the man, he was one of my main training partners from white to black and is one of the man people who made me the Jiu Jitsu fighter I am today.“

“Greta school for kids to start down a traditional martial arts path. The instructors are really great with kids.“

“I first heard of Action Karate roughly around the end of August two years ago in 2023. Action Karate was introduced to me by my neighborly cousins. With a little thinking I said “sure I’ll do it, why not?” Without knowing that answer would change me both physically and mentally. I first walked into Action Karate for my first class at the back of the mat, stayed quiet and did what I was told. After I slowly climbed to orange belt I was promoted to black belt leadership and got my first red gee. I was really proud of my achievement.

Before I was just a lower belt, nothing special, but now I had no idea how much would be expected of me moving forward and upward. Stripe after Stripe I learned more than I thought I would. Not only did I learn self-defence but also how to focus, persevere, balance(physically and mentally), respect ,and many more.

As I climbed, the belts training got intense and for the first time I didn’t receive a stripe, I had never imagined that would happen. I barely passed my test in the end, but when promotion came around and didn’t get my new belt, I realised how serious and committed I should be. So now as a red belt nearing my test for black belt, I realised how much I’ve succeeded and how much I need to work on at the same time. So I have been working extremely hard along with my fellow classmates for the past few weeks to achieve my junior black belt.“

“I have 2 children training at Daniel Pope Karate and not only do they really enjoy going to class, they’re learning so much every week. It’s such a pleasure to see them expand their skills and become more and more experienced after every class. Mr Pope is a very experienced and it really shows when he trains the kids. As a parent it makes me feel great to know my kids are learning great skills that they can carry with them as they grow into adults.“

“We enrolled our daughter at Action Karate Mt. Airy to help her have more confidence, learn self-discipline, and perseverance. It has been a little over a year now since she started and I cannot express how great of a decision we made picking this school. She has grown leaps and bounds physically, mentally and morally training with Sensei Dom and the other instructors. The staff has always been friendly and informative; showing they care and love what they do; efficiently working as a team to ensure everyone gets personal attention while achieving their goals. Honestly, if they had 10 stars, I would still want to put 11. Try this karate school and watch your child flourish!!!“

“Haven’t been here long but as someone who’s trained other Martial Arts for over 2 decades I can tell there’s great fundamentals and a solid culture! Great for hobbyists as well as for those looking to take it a step further and compete.“

“My son started Karate Kickers 7 months ago and we have truly enjoyed watching his growth throughout this journey. His instructor, Sensei Gerald, is very polite, professional, and does an amazing job teaching the kids discipline, respect, and confidence. When my son first started, he was very quiet and shy, but I’ve seen such a positive change in him. He has become more confident and comfortable. It means so much as a parent to see him grow not only in karate, but also as a person. One of my favorite moments was hearing him say during Thanksgiving dinner that he was thankful for karate. That really showed me how much of an impact this program has had on him. We are grateful for Sensei Gerald and the Karate Kickers family!“

“Outstanding Karate School – Highly Recommended!

I can’t say enough great things about this karate institution! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warmth, professionalism, and a clear passion for martial arts. Master Kremin is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and motivating – he strikes the perfect balance between discipline and encouragement. If you’re looking for a place to learn authentic karate in a supportive and professional setting, this is it. Five stars all the way!“

“Martial Arts Hero Factory is fantastic! My son absolutely loves his classes, and Sensei John is wonderful with the kids—positive, patient, and great at keeping them engaged while building confidence and discipline.

We also hosted a birthday party there for both of our sons, and it was such a great experience. Sensei John and Ms. Johanna handled everything from start to finish, making it completely stress-free for us. The kids had an amazing time, and the party was fun, organized, and seamless.

Highly recommend Martial Arts Hero Factory for both classes and birthday parties!“

“Great team, very friendly, welcomed me in for a free session when I was visiting on holiday. Thanks to all the boys for letting me join in and get a great workout!“

“I evaluate and work with teachers for a living. While a classroom and a martial arts studio are different places, and obviously teach different content, the act of teaching and what makes an excellent teacher is universal. Master Celona is one of the best teachers I have ever encountered, inside or outside of a classroom. My two boys 12 and 10 have been attending Revolution Martial Arts for the majority of their lives. Kids go through a lot of phases, and most of the time they don’t stick with things; the number one reason they have stuck with martial arts is because of their respect and appreciation for Master Celona. He demonstrates and conveys respect and reverence for what he does while understanding that kids need to have fun too. Attending RMAI has been and will continue to be a place where my sons can strengthen mind, body, and spirit and gain real confidence and strengthen their understanding of honor and respect. Easily one of the best decisions we have ever made was enrolling them at RMAI with Master Celona.“

“My son has been a part of Miloki for almost 3 years. It was the most engaging and productive engagement for a sport activity for him/ He loved Miloki and his wonderful coaches Dave and Mike!“

“Simply the best. The staff is absolutely amazing. So patient with the kids. Try out the free class and give it a try. I know you'll fall in love just like we did.“

“Under the owner’s leadership. They are attentive and respectful to every student. A great place for a teenager to stay physically active.“

“We transferred to Action Karate Plymouth Meeting when we moved from out of state. They are a family run dojo and did an amazing job of acclimating our student and allowed him to utilize the belt level he was currently at to start.

We love that all of their katas are taught in practical terms of self defense. They also discuss value lessons weekly, where they go over characteristics of leadership, gratitude, goal setting, (we especially love that students are required to set goals so they can see progress). After a year here, our son is also now learning how to become a sensi (teach).

They also host some really fun parties: like water wars to celebrate the end of summer, glow in the dark board breaking, etc. They also have get-togethers for the adults. And they have summer camps and parents’ night outs. So everyone really gets a chance to get to know each other.

I cannot thank them enough for how they are helping our son to grow as a person and how welcome we always feel. They feel like part of our family.“

“IF FIRST IMPRESSION IS IMPORTANT THEN I WILL TELL YOU, SENSEI AND HIS STAFF ARE PROFESSIONAL, ENGAGING AND SERIOUS ABOUT THEIR ART. MY GRANDSON WILL BE A STUDENT TO THEIRS AND HE IS VERY EXCITED TO GET STARTED AND LEARN THIS IS THE REAL DEAL. NO TV STUFF.“

“My son was all over! Master C is patient, kind and encouraging. My boy is now a purple belt and his teachers have complimented his progress and focus at school. Definitely a 10/10. Amazing!!“

“Great gym. Classes are tailor d to the students and what they want / need to learn. Classes span from jiu jitsu to judo to kick boxing and self defense.

Really reasonable pricing.“

“The instructor is very knowledgeable and highly skilled in the traditional and self defense aspect of karate. Students are very fortunate to have the instructor like this.“

“A judo dojo where a 63-year old is welcomed and feels healthier than ever after 6 months of training must be something special. MLJ has a friendly atmosphere where you can learn judo at your own pace. The instructors don't teach only techniques but also safety so you can come back for more. Join us.“

“We love the programming at the school. The martial arts component teaches discipline and focus, which is so important for our early developer.“

“We're incredibly happy with Zhang Sah. The combination of strong academics and martial arts training has been amazing for my kids. The teachers are caring, the staff is supportive, and communication with parents is great. Highly recommend!“