Check here for our latest news and special event announcements.
February 10, 2022 – You’re invited and encouraged to attend Cervizzi’s Tournament on Sunday, March 27th in Woburn. Check it out and let Kyoshi know when you sign up or if you have any questions.
January 10, 2022 – Belt Tests will be held this Saturday morning, January 15th: Teens & Adults 8-10, Kids 10-12. Best of luck to those testing for their next rank!
Exciting News!!
Saturday, February 12th: Charles D. will be testing for 4th Degree Black Belt (Yondan)! No regular classes that day.
And…
Saturday, February 19th: Kayla H., Danielle L., & Aidan O. will be testing for 1st Degree Black Belt (Shodan) and Maya C. & Tyler M. will be testing for Junior Shodan! No regular classes that day.
January 1, 2022 – Happy New Year!!
December 21, 2021 – Be sure to attend classes during the week as we’ll be closed weekends for the upcoming holidays. We wish you all very Happy Holidays!
December 15, 2021 – Due to the increased Covid-19 cases in the area, masks will be required inside Downtown Sports as of December 26th. Thank you for your cooperation. Stay safe!
November 20, 2021 – Come to class on Tuesday before Thanksgiving break. See you then & have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
October 31, 2021 – Happy Halloween!
October 15, 2021 – Please note: New tuition rates effective for November.
October 7, 2021 – Our students are invited to participate in another tournament! The IKCG Tournament will be held Sunday, November 7th. Check it out!
September 21, 2021 – Starting next week (9/28), Tuesday & Thursday classes will all start 1 hour earlier. Kids white to blue belts 5-5:45; Kids green & brown belt 5:45-6:30; Teens 6:30-7:15; Adults 7:15-8.
September 8, 2021 – The Cervizzi’s Karate Tournament will be held Sunday, October 24th in Woburn. Check it out & sign up!
September 1, 2021 – We’ll have a “Gear Night” Tuesday, Sept. 7th starting at 7:15 pm. Kyoshi will be available to help with sizing and answer questions about sparring gear and weapons that you or your child may need/want. Then we’ll place a bulk order. Gear orders will be placed about once/month going forward, so please let us know ASAP if you’d like to order for September. Thanks!
August 30, 2021 – NO CLASSES Saturday, Sept. 4th due to Labor Day weekend. Enjoy the long weekend!
July 17, 2021 – Congratulations to those who tested and earned their new ranks!!
May 28, 2021 – Act now to get a Karate Sweatshirt! Crewneck and hoodies are available for order through June 3rd. Check out our Facebook group for details or inquire at class.
May 22, 2021 – More exciting news! We have two new Senseis! Congratulations, Emily & Marty!
Exciting News!!
Paula R. will be testing for 3rd Degree Black Belt Saturday, May 15th! No regular classes that day. All are welcome to come in about 1:30 p.m. to see Paula finish her test and receive her new rank.
Jay A. & Cam H. will be testing for 2nd Degree Black Belt on Saturday, May 22nd! No regular classes that day. All are welcome to come in about 1:30 p.m. to see them finish their test and receive their new rank.
April 12, 2021 – We are back on the soccer turf Tuesdays & Thursdays for the Spring and Summer!
March 31, 2021 – We have some gray t-shirts available. $20 each, available sizes: Youth M, Youth L, Adult S, Adult M, & Adult L. Contact Andy if interested.
February 4, 2021 – We have a special event coming up on March 6th: Zack B. will be receiving his Black Belt (Shodan). Zack, at age 14, met all of his requirements for black belt and received Jr. Black Belt in April 2018. This event will be a seminar to honor Zack and it is open to students that are brown belt and above. It is $5 to attend the seminar, which will run from 9-11 a.m. Please RSVP.
January 23, 2021 – Congratulations to those who tested and earned their new ranks this morning! Keep up the great work!
January 5, 2021 – Happy New Year! We look forward to welcoming you back to classes next Tuesday, the 12th. : )
December 26, 2020 – Due to the MA Covid-19 restrictions now in effect, the dojo will be closed for the 2-week “pause”.
**Students: be sure to check our Facebook page regularly to see what Kyoshi wants to you practice.** Keep up your workouts at home & we’ll see you soon in the New Year!
November 30, 2020 – Reminder from building management:
* Drop off only at this time & do not linger by the entrance.
* Whenever possible, park in the Downtown Sports’ lot.
* Never park or leave your car across the street at Benny’s!
November 25, 2020 – Good news! We will have classes EVERY Saturday for the next few months. (See time schedule below).
November 10, 2020 – Due to current state guidelines for gatherings, we need to adjust the class schedule temporarily.
Starting November 17th, the schedule for classes will be as follows:
Tuesdays & Thursdays:
6:30-7:15 pm – Kids: White, Yellow, Orange, Purple, & Blue belts
7:15-8:00 pm – Kids: Green & Brown belts
8:00-8:45 pm – Adults: All ranks
Saturdays:
9:00-10:00 am – Adults: All ranks
10:00-11:00 am – Kids: Green & Brown belts
11:00am-12:00pm – Kids: White, Yellow, Orange, Purple, & Blue belts
October 1, 2020 – Happy Fall! We’re back to Gi tops. See you soon!
July 9, 2020 – For the rest of the Summer, classes will be on the turf field at Downtown Sports – lots of space and good AC, yay! We’re restricted to 25 people per class, so please sign-up up to a week in advance for class. You can reach us via email, Facebook (closed group) or Messenger, or during check-in before class. Thank you!
July 2, 2020 – Great news – We’re reopening July 7th! Classes will be held at the usual times, but with new Covid-19 precautions. More details to follow, but please wears masks and only come if your family is healthy. Also, check-in will be outside the entrance and kids classes will be drop-off only. No inside seating/waiting, sorry. See you soon!
June 10, 2020 – Assuming MA moves to Phase 3 of re-opening, we plan to re-start classes at the beginning of July. We’ll update you when we know more (exact date and restriction details). Hang in there and stay safe!
March 16, 2020 – Yet another COVID-19 announcement… Unfortunately, with the President’s nationwide restriction to no group gatherings of 10 or more, we must close the dojo for a while. Keep practicing at home and we hope to see you all soon. Stay well, everyone!
March 13, 2020 – The Cervizzi’s Tournament has been postponed from March 29th and refunds are being issued. New date TBD.
January 25, 2020 – In preparation for the tournament (see below), Kyoshi will have Tournament Prep classes Saturday mornings as follows: Feb. 1st & 15th; Mar. 7th & 21st, 8-9 Teens/Adults & 11-12 Kids/Little Dragons.
January 21, 2020 – Our students are invited to participate in Cervizzi’s Karate Tournament on Sunday, March 29th in Woburn. Check it out!
January 14, 2020 – Belt Testing is this Saturday, Jan. 18th: Teens & Adults 8-10, Kids 10-12. All students are welcome to attend class that morning as well: Teens & Adults 8-9, Kids 10-11. Best of luck to those testing for their next rank!
P.S. – Bring your bo to Saturday’s class/test.
January 1, 2020 – Happy New Year!!
This Saturday, Jan. 4th: Coaching 8-9 am, Teens/Adults 9-10 am, Little Dragons/Kids 10-11 am. Also, next week is Weapons week!
December 13, 2019 – The next Saturday classes will be December 21st: Black Belts 8 am, Teens/Adults 9 am, Little Dragons/Kids 10 am. Note: 3-stripe brown belts are invited to the black belt class.
December 4, 2019 – Saturday, Dec. 7th: Teens/Adults class 8 am & Dodgeball 9-12.
November 25, 2019 – Kyoshi is hosting a Dodgeball Party Saturday, December 7th from 9:00 to Noon. Leave the kids to have fun at the dojo while you shop (or relax?).
November 12, 2019 – Exciting news: our new logo patches are in! And Beth Sullivan has offered sew patches on uniforms during classes on Tuesday, December 3. 🙂 All donations collected that evening will go towards the Allagille Syndrome Alliance. This syndrome has impacted one our dojo families and we’re pleased to support this wonderful organization. Thank you to the Sullivan family for all that you do!
November 9, 2019 – NEW: Coaching Class starting Saturday, Nov. 16th at 8am. If you’re a teen (brown or black belt) or adult (orange belt or higher) who’s currently coaching or interested in helping out in classes, this class is for you! See Kyoshi for details.
November 4, 2019 – It’s weapons week. Please bring your bo to class this Tuesday & Thursday.
October 31, 2019 – Reminder: Saturday classes Nov. 2nd & 16th – Teens/Adults 9-10 am, Kids 10-11 am.
October 21, 2019 – Fun News! We will host a mini Halloween Party during the Kids’ class on Tuesday, Oct. 29th. Kiddos are encouraged to wear their Halloween costume that night. 🙂
October 11, 2019 – Belt Tests will be held Saturday morning Oct. 19th: Teens & Adults 8-10, Kids 10-12. All students are welcome to attend class that morning as well: Teen/Adult 8-9, Kids 10-11. Best of luck to those testing for their next rank!
October 4, 2019 – Saturday morning classes will start in November! They will be held on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month. Teens & Adults 9-10 am, Kids 10-11 am.
October 1, 2019 – Remember to wear you Gi tops to class.
Saturday, September 28th – Saturday morning classes: Kids 8:00-9:00, Adults 9:00-9:45 & Open House from 10 am – 12 pm. Bring your friends to see karate demonstrations and to celebrate our new dojo! 🙂
September 23, 2019 – New shirts have arrived! We will have them available for sale this week during classes.
September 17, 2019 – No weapons this month. Kyoshi will announce weapons weeks in advance. Also, you don’t need foot gear for sparring if you’re wearing dojo sneakers.
August 12, 2019 – Fall sign-ups are now available. See you at the next workout!
August 1, 2019 – Exciting News: We start classes in our new space at Downtown Sports on September 3rd! Hope to see you there!
