West America Martial Arts

West America Martial Arts offers Little Ninjas, which is a parent or guardian participation class for 3.5 to 4.5 year olds. It also offers free introductory lessons for beginner students, martial arts camps with morning martial arts training sessions, daily field trips, bowling, parks, and beaches, and an after care program.

Programs

• Little Ninjas — 3.5 to 4.5 year olds · Wednesdays @ 4:15; half-hour lessons · Parent/guardian participation class; beginner TKD skills, manners, listening skills, and respect.
• Introductory lessons for beginner students — Children; teen and adult introductory lessons also available · Children: Mon-Fri 3:30-4:00 PM; Teen and Adult: Mon-Fri 6:15-7:00 PM · Free introductory lessons taught by one of our Black Belt instructors.
• Martial Arts camps — Spring, Summer, and Winter camps · Activities include Morning Martial Arts Training Sessions, Daily Field Trips, Bowling, Parks, and Beaches.
• After Care Program — K - 8th Graders · Currently taking applications.

At a glance

• Ages: 3–18 years old
• General schedule: Monday through Friday classes; Little Ninjas times may vary.

About the provider

West America Martial Arts was founded in 1983 and has been in Mill Valley since 1983. The leadership team includes Master Roger Carlon, Chantal Carlon, and Roger Carlon Jr. The program states a mission of building strong bodies, strong minds, and strong character, and says it was voted Best Martial Arts school in Marin from 2023 to 2026. Master Carlon was honored twice by the Pacific Sun as Teacher of the Year, and he is listed as a 1987 World Wako Open Forms Champion and 1985 Midwest Point Sparring Champion.

Little Ninjas is a parent/guardian participation class. Free introductory lessons are offered. Camps can fill fast; register early. Please email to register for the next Little Ninjas session or get on the notification list.

Last updated September 12, 2026.