Exciting kids’ martial arts classes in North Wales, PA
Welcome to Action Karate! A world where your child will discover a fun and engaging outlet for their energy and emotions through our kids’ martial arts classes. At our karate school, they will also develop essential life skills that will help them thrive in any environment — whether at home, at school, or in the community. With a highly supportive environment and a holistic approach to mental and physical health and wellbeing, it’s time to enroll your child in some of the most fun and essential karate classes in the region.
We serve the areas of Montgomeryville, Lansdale, West Point, and Gwynedd, making us accessible to reach and the perfect choice for giving your child a leg up on their life journey.
What are some of the main benefits of martial arts training?
1
Self-defense
By developing awareness through practicing physical techniques, your child will be able to defend themselves from harmful or challenging situations and even learn the ability to diffuse them.
2
Healthy body and weight
Karate is as much a physical activity as it is a mental approach to life and wellbeing. By being physically engaged, your child will have a healthy body and healthy weight.
3
Self-discipline
Through constant repetition of various moves, self-discipline is fostered and encouraged. This can equip your child with important life skills as they grow up.
Inspiring teamwork and individual growth
Action Karate’s kids martial arts classes in North Wales offer a blend of team support and individualized instruction.
As we foster team spirit, your child will experience:
- A sense of belonging and support
- Motivating each other
- Developing social skills
- Building lasting friendships
Meanwhile, we also focus on their individualized development by focusing on:
- Personalized guidance
- Feedback
- Achievement of personal goals
- Developing skills at a comfortable pace
Both of our sons having been attending AK for over 4 years now. My husband & I thought it would be a great experience and way for them to learn self defense at an early age. They both took to it quickly and enjoyed it very much! Our oldest is now in training for his Jr. Black belt! We couldn't be more proud! Being a part of AK has been an overall great experience! Any time something would come up or I had questions Ms.Felicia was/is always so kind and helpful! However, when joining AK it's not also the child committing....it is the parent(s) as well! Helping your child practice & taking them to their classes etc...Some days/weeks may seem overwhelming especially with other children and obligations, however it's definitely worth it! We are excited for our oldest to earn his JRBB this December! I know he is so excited and proud also! His brother will be next!
Action Karate has been an awesome place for our daughter Nirvi to learn and grow. Nirvi started in Feb. 2022 at 10 years old in White-Red classes and is now going to be testing for her Jr. Black Belt in December. She doesn’t like sports a lot, but having an activity that she has to rely on herself (self-discipline) has been important to her growth. She really likes learning different weapons and mastering katas.Mr. Nichols and Ms. Felicia have had such an impact on Nirvi. She is attentive and positive in school, gets good grades, and is a friend to her classmates. At karate she has grown to be a leader with the young Ninja Sharks and is excited about the next test for her Jr. Black Belt! Her physical fitness is great, and she looks forward to her AK sessions.Action Karate care about their students and I have seen Nirvi grow into a confident kid through these years. I would recommend any family with a child to try out Action Karate North Wales.
Action Karate North Wales has been wonderful for my daughter. She joined this school after having moved from her old school in Manayunk where she had already had great martial arts success. The team has been very welcoming of her and has helped her to succeed in accomplishing all her goals and more. I would recommend Action Karate to any family who wants their children to grow in the areas of discipline, hard work, team work, and leadership.
My story as an almost-to-be black belt is confusing, and here's why. So, before karate, I was a lazy kid; half the time, I just sat around doing nothing. I did not have many friends and played no sports. When I joined Action, that was a paramount step out of my comfort zone, so karate was my only sport for a while. During that time frame, I did HIT team, which pushed me to my limits, and every class did the same. I was highly active then; however, quarantine hit, and I was more unmotivated than ever. Doing everything online felt like a huge burden, so I needed to be more active than previously.COVID died, and going to karate in person became my only sport again. When the virus started to leave, so did I, due to elementary school ending and middle school beginning. Fast forward, I had many problems within school, so I transferred out and started attending a private school. This school offered sports that I did not have to try out for, so my parents pushed me to do volleyball, which I was highly unsatisfied with, just like before when my parents pushed me to do karate.Before this, I had not done any sports (besides karate), so I was stepping into unfamiliar territory. I was afraid I would not be any good, but to my surprise, I caught on very quickly and came to love this sport. I started building my confidence with it, but part of that came from my training at Action. This school helps with discipline and helps people reach the potential they did not know existed.My transition from a lazy, unmotivated kid to a passionate karate and volleyball enthusiast has been remarkable. Both sports have boosted my confidence and pushed me out of my comfort zone. The discipline and drive I gained from my training at Action have been instrumental in helping me discover my potential.
Action Karate NW has been an tresor finding for our 9 and 12 year old girls! It's not just about kicks and punches. After two year and half, our former shy and scared younger daughter builds her courage, is loud and now runs from one challenge to another challenge. She is walking into her class as the tigress walks into her jungle. Our oldest daughter is much more focused on her homework, her goals. Their daily routines are more efficient.We are amazed and impressed by AKNW instructors: Mrs Felicia, Mr Nichols, Mrs Rochelle, Mr Pete, Mrs Lisa, Mrs Beth and the list is long. AKNW instructors have great patience sharing their art/skill. You'd be amazed to see how patient Mrs Felicia is with kids. She is not too hard, not too easy. You should see her dance her kata. Mr Nichols is a true leader full of ressources. He is telling endless stories. We are so glad of the transformation for our old ones, we'll send soon our 3 year old soon for her first practice this summer. Highly recommended!
Five years ago when my daughter Lily joined AK, she was shy and would have to be forced to get onto the mat. With the help and support from her instructors, she enjoys going to classes and is more self-confident, disciplined and focused.We are proud to see who Lily is becoming and how she has developed leadership capabilities among other skills.Thank you AK North Wales for your continued support.
My son Sanat has been thriving at Action Karate North Wales!Action Karate has been a game-changer for my son's black belt journey. In 2020, he started as a shy, uncoordinated kid. We knew we wanted him to be more confident and focused, so Action Karate seemed like a good fit. I still remember the first lesson with Miss. Felicia, where he was reluctant to make eye contact with her.We couldn't join the classes immediately, but after the pandemic,in 2021, we were back in the studio and let me tell you, it has been quite the journey.Sure, his hand-eye coordination is still a work in progress, but the difference in his overall focus and confidence is remarkable. Action Karate isn't just about learning self-defense; it's about building discipline, grit, and a sense of accomplishment.Last year, my son won a prestigious page award from the state of Pennsylvania! It might seem unrelated to karate, but we truly believe the focus and determination he learned at Action played a big part in his success. He had to put in the hard work and overcome challenges.His black belt test is scheduled for Jun 2024 and we're incredibly thankful to the instructors and the entire Action Karate community for their dedication and support.
Preparing for the blackbelt challenge requires a strong attention to form and endurance and having earned my blackbelt just one short month ago, I feel like I am better equipped to help other students with their form and provide encouragement as they build up their endurance. There has been a focus on side kicks and elbows in class and I have been challenging students to improve both with some pointers that I have learned over the past few years. It took me quite some time to garner proper form on both, so I am happy to teach what I have learned. In teaching, I am also learning. The power of a warm and genuine smile, a bit of a sense of humor and words of encouragement especially when everyone is working out hard and nearing exhaustion with an exercise goes a long way in providing good coaching. I am enjoying sharing my knowledge and find it to be a rewarding experience so far.
Over the past three years ,We have watched our son grow and become more confidentHe has learned much more than self defenseWe can’t wait to see what the future bringsThank you to all the instructors at Action karate North Wales!
Mr. Nichols,Sir, I wanted to tell you I noticed that you have made significant progress in mastering the art of creativity and flexibility required to teach & connect with neurodivergent individuals. This is definitely a time where "Martial arts, not martial science," applies.I'm impressed with your commitment to connecting with my student, XXX, and other students even when it is incredibly frustrating. I can see how much effort you are putting into it and would like to encourage you to continue such awesome work.Lastly, I love how all the leaders are really working towards an inclusive environment at AKNW! It is truly a shining example in our community. Keep up the amazing work everyone!
Anisha's journey with action karate North Wales has been amazing. We have seen her transition into someone who is very disciplined, responsible and continues to work on getting better. While physical fitness and self-safety are direct benefits, more than that, as a person, we have seen her evolve including building self confidence, being health conscious and positive mindset. She continues to balance her time to ensure that her studies are not compromised. A BIG THANKS to the action karate team at North Wales for helping shape up our child as an individual.TWO THUMBS UP
Action Karate North Wales has been a great place for our son. The instructors have led him through each challenge and has built so much mental resilience. It’s such a great thing to incorporate at a young age to really teach confidence, life lessons, mental strength and the importance of exercise. I would definitely recommend!!
Ethan’s Action Karate Journey:I was the first one in my family who wanted to learn karate. I thought it looked cool and would be fun to try. In the beginning, it was a lot of fun. But after a while, it got hard and even boring at times. The classes were after school when I was already tired and just wanted to relax. The classes had me do lots of exercises like push-ups and burpees and doing them in my gi-top was really tiring. I wasn’t really good at doing the exercises, but I learned that the more I did them, the easier it became. I can do a lot more exercies at one time than I could when I started. My form also improved although I still have far to go. Another challenge for me was learning some of the katas. I remember having a really hard time catching the nunchucks during hip hip shoulder. Over time and with a lot of practice, I got it, and it felt good! I got used to the karate classes and learned the importance of self discipline which meant going to class and giving 100% even when I didn't feel like it. This has helped me become a better martial artist, and now I find that I can help my partner during class and help teach them moves that they may have a hard time with. I also like helping my siblings when we practice together at home. I've come a long way since those early classes, and I still think karate is cool and fun!Jordan’s Journey:When I first started learning karate, one of my biggest fears was promotion. I was always nervous to do a move in front of everyone. I was also worried that I might not pass. I learned that even if I didn't pass, it would be ok and that I could work on what I needed to. I was also nervous to lead the katas or do other things we learned in front of other people. I was scared, but I did it anyway. I don't know why I did it anyway, but I did. Over time, I got better at leading in front of people and it became less scary. Every time I do it, I do it better. Since I've been putting in the work, I have become more confident. The hardest thing to learn during karate was the katas. I always had trouble remembering all the steps. Sometimes they were long. Sometimes they were short. I learned over time by practicing. I always felt confident in physical fitness and the combination sets. Being good at these things gave me more confidence to learn. The most important thing I've learned from my karate journey is the importance of having self discipline. It is important to work hard to achieve goals, even when you don't want to work hard.Graysen’s Journey:At the beginning of karate, I thought everything we learned was a little hard. I couldn't do lots of things. I kept working hard and got all my belts and became a red belt. I knew lots of things. The hardest thing was the physical fitness. I had a hard time doing sit ups and push ups. I got better by doing them and practicing them. Now I can do a lot more than when I started. I will keep working on them because they are still a little hard for me. Clinch knee, switch knee, push, back leg round kick was hard at the beginning, but now I'm really good at it because I practiced it. Since starting karate, I have gotten stronger and am able to learn harder moves and combinations. I also feel more confident and have better discipline. I try to give my all when I practice.
We love Action Karate North Wales! Since my son started 3 years ago, he definitely built his confidence and self esteem . The instructors are funny, knowledgeble and bring the best out in the children. Very accommodating and responsive. I can say that is the best investment in my son so far. He has become a better person and learned to never quit, work harder and be polite. I highly recommended!
Action Karate has been a wonderful place for our son Nicholas to learn and grow. Nicholas started in Feb. 2021 at 6 years old in Ninja Sharks and is now going to be testing for his Jr. Black Belt in December at only 9 years old! He likes organized sports, but having an activity that he has to rely on himself has been important to his growth as a child.Mr. Nichols, Ms. Felicia, and Ms. Rochelle have had such an impact on Nicholas. He is attentive and positive in school, gets excellent grades, is a friend to all his classmates. And at karate he has grown to be a leader with the young Ninja Sharks, is now an apprentice on the Jr. Demo team, and is excited to next test for his Jr. Black Belt! And not even at the top of the list, but his physical fitness is incredible as a bonus point!His increase in confidence has been extremely noticeable, a once shy child now goes to tournament and comes home with medals, trophies, and awesome memories! We cannot wait to see where Action Karate takes him in the future! I 100% recommend any family with a child who is not sure what they want to do, to take them and try out Action Karate North Wales. They typically have specials for the kids to try it out a couple weeks before you commit!
Our daughter started Action Karate when she was three years old and three years later she has grown into such an amazing person with Action Karate’s help. They teach confidence which helped transformed her from being shy to helping with classes and leading kata. She has benefitted so much from being at AK with the amazing staff who are super welcoming and willing to help. If you, your child/ren or anyone else you know is interested in starting Karate, this is the best place to get into it!
Action Karate North Wales has been a great experience for my daughter. They teach focus and help people of all ages lean how to accomplish a goal. They do a wonderful job teaching as well as creating a family environment. I am proud that I send my daughter to this school
Aarush's Action Karate Journey:Hi, my name is Aarush, and I am 9 years old. I started learning Taekwondo when I was only 4 years old, and I used to have fun copying my sister and jumping around with her. I loved my uniform and my orange belt. Then one day we stopped learning Taekwondo, at first, I did not understand why, but now I know that we moved very far into a new house. During COVID when we were at home, my sister and I started learning karate with Ms. Felica and Mr. Nichols at Action Karate North Wales online. I was so happy when we got our new black Gi top, white belt, red gloves and square target, and the instructors were fun. In the beginning I really liked the online classes, but then it became more difficult and sometimes it was hard to focus. I remember once I had to retake my stripe test because I forgot my moves. I used to get so frustrated when I did not get enough room during the class as I had to share the space with my sister. Sometimes it was so hard, I wanted to quit.Then COVID kind of got over, and my sister and I would go once a week for outdoor classes. I enjoyed outdoor classes more than online classes. We even got to do board breaking several times. First time I remember I was scared looking at the boards and I thought I would hurt my hand and not be able to break it. But I learnt the right technique to break boards by hand and by kicking the boards in the right way. Now that we go to in-person classes, I even forget how the online classes used to be. Being in black belt leadership, I am also learning a lot of weapons like bo-staff, kama kata, nunchuk, arnis sticks, sword, tonfa and I find that cool.I want to share an incident that happened this year during my summer camp. Some of the bigger kids in my camp would call me names and bully me. Mr. Nichols helped me with the situation and taught me how to deal with bullies. I was able to stand up for myself and talk to my camp leaders about the kids who were bothering me. This was very helpful, and I know how to stand up to a bully and now I help other kids in my bus and school too.I recently participated in Action Karate annual tournament. I was super nervous since it was my first time in front of judges whom I did not know, I think I did good and even won a bronze medal. I would like to participate again and get a gold medal and a trophy next year. I am writing my black belt journey story as I prepare for my Junior Black Belt testing next month and I plan to become a Karate instructor after that.Going to Action Karate, I have built confidence and learnt that winners never quit and quitters never win and I want to be a winner.
Kashish's Action Karate Journey:I started learning martial arts when I was 5 years old. I learnt Taekwondo for almost a year and had tons of fun doing that. Unfortunately we had to move to a different house and I had to quit since we were too far from that martial arts school. I was on my orange belt at that time and loved my Taekwondo dress and all instructors over there. I miss them a lot.Once we got settled into our new house we found that there was a karate camp at nearby YMCA. My parents enrolled me into that and I found it different from Taekwondo but it was still new and exciting. Then COVID struck and we were all locked at home going to virtual school. That is when my parents found Action Karate online classes. My first class was an online trial class with Ms. Felicia and it brought back all the good old memories from my previous schools. My younger brother and I started learning Karate online. We enjoyed taking online classes, it was so much fun. My dog Bruno would also join us while training, that was funny but all my instructors loved him.Even though it was interesting, at times I found it very hard to follow along and concentrate on the class. It was hard to keep my focus and I felt like quitting. That’s when I was motivated by my parents and instructors to join black belt leadership and I got my red Gi top.Soon in person classes started and we got a chance to meet all of our cool instructors. I was already a blue belt when I first came in for an outdoor class at Action Karate. It was even more exciting to join other students and learn karate as a group. We continued doing a mix of in person and online classes.I told my friend about Action karate and she also joined karate classes with us. This motivated me to attend more classes every week. I felt so proud when I got a yellow star for perfect attendance. I also participated in my first tournament this year. It was super scary and I was extremely nervous. I didn’t think I’d do well but I got a bronze medal and that gave me confidence. I couldn’t get any trophy but the judges told me that I missed third place trophy by very few points. I have promised myself that I will participate in next years’ tournament and give my best.Learning martial arts has not been easy and I felt like quitting many times. But this journey has taught me the importance of perseverance. I recently got elected as a student council leader and I am pretty sure much of my confidence and leadership skills are a result of my Action Karate journey. I hope to be an instructor for junior black belt class once I clear my black belt test next month.
AK North Wales is not only a place to learn karate, develop confidence & discipline, and make friends, but a place where those friends become family. They are an amazing and active part of the North Wales community and have been an integral part of supporting those in need, encouraging each & every team member, & raising up a new generation of leaders. It's just such a stellar group of people and a great place to be.
We love Action Karate North Wales!!! Mr. Nichols and Ms. Felicia are fantastic with the students and parents. Everyone at the school provides so much support and encouragement to each other. My kids have been taking martial arts here since they were 5 yrs old. One is now 13 and the other is 11, and they have gained so much confidence and discipline. We take classes together as a family and have all obtained our black belts. We can't recommend it enough!
Amazing community for our family! We are so grateful we found our AKNW family.In 2021, local Demo Teams came out to do a private outdoor demonstration for our son Kellan who was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. They made him an honorary team captain and gave him his very own nunchucks. He was so proud, and so were we.An experience we will never forget!
Action Karate North Wales is an amazing school. They care about their students and I have seen my grandson and daughter grow into confident people, teaching, learning and caring.
What types of martial arts programs do we offer?
We offer a range of martial arts classes, perfectly suited to each individual student. We group children in the same age groups together so that they can experience the full benefits of teamwork and cooperation as well as personal growth.
Preschool Martial Arts Ages 3-5:
- Balance and control over body
- Spatial awareness
- Listening skills
- Focus and concentration
Martial Arts for Children Ages 6-12:
- Improved physical fitness
- Discipline and focus
- Goal setting and perseverance
- Teamwork and communication
Teens Ages 13+:
- Strength, power, and speed
- Mental toughness and resilience
- Developing a growth mindset
- Stress management and emotional regulation
More about our amazing instructors
At Action Karate in North Wales, your child will be guided through the training by experienced instructors who create a supportive environment both on and off the mat. They are passionate about helping each child absolutely thrive in any environment and they go beyond physical training. Instead, they also guide students on a journey of mental balance and how to express themselves confidently. Furthermore, they teach kids to identify their emotions and show them healthy ways of responding to their emotions. In short, our instructors are more than just physical trainers. They are mentors, coaches, and role models that your child can always count on and look up to.
Start your child's journey at Action Karate in North Wales
With various programs tailored to your child’s specific age group and abilities, there’s no better time than right now. So, sign up for a trial class today! Our school in North Wales, PA also doubles up as a fun and exciting birthday party venue where moms and dads can sit back, relax, and enjoy the festive atmosphere while the little ones go through real karate drills and end with a memorable samurai sword cake-cutting ceremony. Whether you’d like your child to have a fun birthday party, join action tournaments, or be part of a supportive community, simply call or visit our North Wales karate center today and give your child the gift of a lifetime!
Where can you find us?
Action Karate North Wales is located at 122 N Main St, North Wales, PA, 19454. We searve North Wales, Montgomeryville, Lansdale, West Point, Gwynedd, and all other surrounding areas.
How to Find Us
monday9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
tuesday9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
wednesday9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
thursday9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
friday9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
saturday9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
sunday9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
122 N Main St, North Wales, PA, 19454, USA