Karate 4 Kids USA
About
Karate 4 Kids USA in Los Angeles offers training in MMA and karate disciplines, led by a team of highly credentialed instructors. Master Instructor Theresa Lee, a 4th Dan in both Tang Soo Do and Taekwondo, heads the program alongside other experienced instructors like Jonathan Figueroa, who brings cross-training in Muay Thai, and several black belt instructors with years of teaching experience. The facility is described as clean, bright, and spacious, accommodating both children and adult classes with a structured yet dynamic learning environment.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the personalized attention and deep understanding instructors develop for each child, with multiple reviews noting how coaches quickly learn individual communication styles. They highlight the perfect balance of discipline, proper technique instruction, and fun, describing classes as dynamic with laughter while maintaining structure. Specific praise focuses on Grandmaster Theresa Lee's leadership, her ability to remember every student and parent by name, and the moral support provided for self-esteem and anti-bullying. Parents appreciate the strong community through year-round events and describe the gym as becoming part of their family support system.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Alissa Dean
2 years ago
Grandmaster Lee and her team of black belt child development magicians will not only inspire a love of martial arts in your child, but they will take the time to get to know your child individually and quickly develop a deep understanding of how to best communicate with and teach them. This is exactly what they have done with my son. The care, support and guidance my 5 year old has received in only a few months is absolutely priceless. Whether it's his weekly classes or the most awesome Thanksgiving Camp where he broke his first board (something he has not stopped talking about since), Grandmaster Lee and all of the amazing instructors at Karate 4 Kids provide such a fun and dynamic learning environment. You can tell they absolutely love what they do and that love emanates throughout the entire studio. Just go! Your kids will thank you!!
J Rodman
2 years ago
My son has gone here for the past 2+ years, and we couldn't be happier with Karate 4 Kids. Grandmaster Lee and all the coaches create a great environment that pushes the kids to develop physically and mentally, but also is always fun. The community around the Dojang is also great, with events that we want to participate in year round. Seeing how much my son has gotten out of classes here makes me so happy and proud of his growth. Can't recommend enough!
Bren Gz
2 years ago
Both my children have been attending for over a year and we couldn’t be more happy and satisfied with the level of attention and discipline grandmaster Lee and the instructors have shown. The kids have so much fun with all the physical work/games and have learned so much about the craft of karate. In addition, grandmaster Lee has demonstrated crucial and moral support when the kids needed an extra boost of self esteem and knowledge on what friendship should be like vs bullying. There’s never a dull moment with every lesson and the kids are always looking forward to class. It takes a village to raise children and grandmasters Lee and instructors are what I consider part of our village.
Stacey Rifkin
2 years ago
I am honestly so glad I found Karate 4 Kids, this studio is incredible. From the first moment we reached out to enquire about classes, Master Lee was giving of her time and information and so patient. She remembers every single kid's name and their parents name and faces after one lesson. All the other teachers there are amazing...the studio is filled with a lot of technique and skill and structure and discipline, but also laughter. The teachers are funny and relate to the kids on their level, while also not taking any s**t!! My son loves class and I'm happy he is a part of such a great group.
Diana Jastram
2 years ago
I can't say enough good things about this martial arts school, the instructors and Master Lee herself! My son has been taking karate at Karate4Kids for a couple of years now and it is great! The instructors are very knowledgeable, friendly, and patient. They take the time to teach him properly and make sure that he is doing the moves correctly. Master Lee is the best! She has always been very helpful and encouraging with everything! The facility is really nice - clean, bright and spacious. There are classes for kids and for adults as well. We are very grateful to have found them!
Contact
5215 Bakman Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91601, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 3:00 – 8:30 PM
Tuesday: 3:00 – 7:30 PM
Wednesday: 3:00 – 8:30 PM
Thursday: 3:00 – 7:30 PM
Friday: 3:00 – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Theresa Lee
Master Instructor
4th Dan Tang Soo Do, Kukkiwon 4th Dan Taekwondo, SEAAU Forms Champion
Began training at age 5. Taught martial arts enrichment programs in Georgia. Emphasizes compassion, devotion, and patience.
Jonathan Figueroa
Master Instructor
4th Dan black belt, cross-trained in Muay Thai for 5 years
Began training in El Salvador. Earned first black belt in 2007. Teaches values of hard work and determination.
Will Gillespie
Kyo Sa Nim (Instructor)
Black belt (earned 2007), Kyo Sa status (2016)
Started at Karate 4 Kids USA at age 5. Understands what it takes to better students and make them great.
Zach Morrow
Instructor
Dan Certification (2008)
Trained under Master Vince Donvito for 11 years. Served in IDF. Currently studying Business at American Jewish University.
Travis Shaw
Instructor
2nd Dan black belt, training for 3rd Dan
Began martial arts at 6. Trained under multiple masters at K4K. Also a theater student at UCLA and stage combat choreographer.
Esteban Aldana
Instructor
1st Dan black belt in Taekwondo, 3 years boxing training
Began martial arts at 13. Training for black belt in Tang Soo Do. Previously taught martial arts at YMCA in Hollywood.