Discover Colorado Springs’ Leading Martial Arts School for All Ages

Build Confidence, Learn Self-Defense, and Have a Blast with Our Dynamic Martial Arts Classes!

Energizing classes for kids, teens, and adults—no experience needed

Develop discipline, resilience, and life skills that last a lifetime

Train with top instructors who make learning fun and challenging

Confidence. Discipline. Real-World Defense. Welcome to Universal Kempo Karate—Where You Become Unstoppable.

OUR MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES HELP STUDENTS BECOME BETTER LEADERS!

Since 1980, Universal Kempo Karate has been offering excellent martial arts programs to students of all ages and backgrounds. We help students become physically strong and also develop within them an inner purpose and reason for joining martial arts. At the end of our program, we envision that our students acquire important martial art and self-defense techniques that will get them ready for anything.

We also aim that they carry life values such as respect, discipline, compassion, and empathy that will help them become effective leaders, responsible citizens, and kinder human beings.

Train with only the best!

We provide a safe and positive environment or our students. We value camaraderie, respect, and compassion among our peers. When you train with us, not only are you gaining the best knowledge and techniques, you are also becoming part of our martial arts community that treats each other like family.

A safe, engaging, and warm environment is important to us. We let our students thrive by letting them be themselves in their journeys, regardless of age and experience. We value the uniqueness of each of our students and make it a point to offer a personalized approach to our students.

Providing topnotch martial arts classes since 1980!

LET'S FIND THE RIGHT PROGRAM FOR YOU

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Here is what our members are saying:

My daughter has been coming here for over a year now and we love it. My daughter has never once hesitated about coming and absolutely loves Coach Brandon and Coach Dom.

Shelby Snow

This school is spectacular. We have a child that has had difficulty paying attention due to a medical condition. This is the first and only school where they have acceled. Can't say enough good things about the instructors. Just a tremendous school, run don't walk if you are considering martial arts.

Chris Steffen

It was a great and fun experience, the teachers were so encouraging. It’s a great environment with great equipment. Five stars🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 …

Jonathan Bennett

By far best Karate studio in Colorado Spring. My kids have been coming here for over a year. The whole Johnson family is amazing. Coach Brandon and coach Dom are the best and my kids look forward to every class!!

Chuck Dowell

My kiddo LOVES coming to this place. The instructors are incredibly kind, encouraging, disciplined, and teach the kids valuable lessons beyond just pristine technique. It’s always a joy to get to sit and watch the classes.

Sierra Miguela Tune

This is a great place for kids to learn about karate. We enrolled our 6 year old as a white belt and he loves it. We've already seen a lot of growth over a couple months. Recommended.

Will G

The classes are fun, the kids learn something new every time they come to class and the coaches are fantastic! My kids love coming to class! Overall the gym is a fun filled, family friendly environment!!!

Giannina Echeverry

This is the best karate school by far. We tried a couple others before landing this gem. Brandon and Dom are great with the kids. My kids absolutely love it. They have grown so much since becoming karate kids here. Thank you Universal Kempo Karate!

Andrea Spall

Best Karate school in the planet. Great staff, and great learning!

James Holt

This is the best place to go with our family and friends

Hannah Spuhler-Williams

Very great class for my 4 year old

Jason Snowman

My daughter has been coming here for over a year now and we love it. My daughter has never once hesitated about coming and absolutely loves Coach Brandon and Coach Dom.

R. Shelly