World Karate MAI

World Karate MAI offers Tiny Tigers, Kids Classes, Kids Beginner Classes, Advanced Kids Classes, and Martial Arts Weapons. Tiny Tigers is for ages 3-5 and meets Wednesdays at 4:30 pm. Martial Arts Weapons meets Fridays at 4:30 pm and includes a mix of Filipino, Thai, and Burmese weapons, among others; participants must be approved in advance.

Programs

• Tiny Tigers — Ages 3-5 · Wednesdays @ 4:30 pm · $145 per month · 1 class per week. $225 for 1st Mo. Registration and Free White TKD Uniform
• Kids Classes — 1 or 2 classes per week · $200 per month · $300 for 1st Mo. Registration and Free White TKD Uniform
• Kids Beginner Classes — Tuesdays @ 5:15 pm; Wednesdays @ 6:00 pm; Thursdays @ 4:00 pm; Fridays @ 5:10 pm
• Advanced Kids Classes — Tuesday @ 4:30 pm; Wednesdays @ 5:15 pm; Thursday @ 4:00 pm; Fridays @ 4:00 pm
• Martial Arts Weapons — Fridays @ 4:30 pm · This class includes a mix of Filipino, Thai, and Burmese weapons, among others. Participants must be approved in advance.

At a glance

• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Price range: $145–$200 per month
• Facility hours: Monday - Friday: 3pm - 8pm; Saturday: 9am - 5pm; Sunday: Closed

About the provider

Cathy Mai is a lifelong martial artist and instructor with over 30 years of teaching experience, specializing in children’s martial arts at World Karate MAI. She earned her Tae Kwon Do Black Belt in 1994 from her husband, Michael Mai, and her Bando Black Belt in 1995 under Dr. Maung Gyi. She also trained under Guro Dan Inosanto and earned black belts in Kali and Silat, instructor certification in Jeet Kune Do, and training in Krabi Krabong. Her striking background includes Savate Silver Glove under Professor Nicholas Signac, Muay Thai Kru Level 3 under Ajarn Chai (WTBA), and boxing under multiple coaches.

Winter Break: No Classes December 24, 2026 - January 2, 2026. ESUSD Spring Break: No Classes April 5-9th. Closed Nov. 26th and 27th, 2026 for Thanksgiving. Martial Arts Weapons participants must be approved in advance.

Last updated October 9, 2026.