Curtis Sells Martial Arts

Curtis Sells Martial Arts offers Traditional Martial Arts / Tae Kwon Do classes. The classes are taught in a fun and safe environment, with no competition, and students learn at their own pace. Classes are Monday through Thursday at 3:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm, or 6:00 pm for ages 5 through 18.

Programs

• Traditional Martial Arts / Tae Kwon Do classes — Monday-Thursday, 3:00 pm-6:00 pm · Traditional martial arts taught in a fun and safe environment; no competition and students learn at their own pace.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• General schedule: Classes are Monday - Thursday at 3, 4, 5, or 6:00 pm.
• Facility hours: Monday: 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm; Tuesday: 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm; Wednesday: 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm; Thursday: 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm; Friday: Closed; Saturday: Closed; Sunday: Closed

About the provider

Curtis Sells, also listed as Curtis E. Sells Jr., leads the program. He has 47 years of teaching experience. His background includes earning a black belt in 1985, being a former champion, a state and national champion, and the Monterey Bay middleweight fighting champion in 1984. The program was opened to bring value to the local community he grew up in, and it has taught in Salinas, Monterey, Carmel Valley, and Greenfield, California. It has produced hundreds of students, some of whom became state, national, and international champions.

There is no competition so everyone learns at their own pace. Anyone can participate in Martial Arts.

What families say

“I am so thrilled we found Curtis! My 6 year old daughter loves his lessons. His demeanor is patient and encouraging. I have noticed a huge improvement with my daughters balance, coordination, and confidence!” — Shonda K.

“Curtis Sells Martial Arts is amazing! It's my daughters favorite time of day! The instructor teaches so much more then just karate. He is always unconditional with all the kids! He is amazing! I would never recommend anyone else.” — Julie S.

“I can't speak highly enough about Mr. Sells style of teaching. I have seen him interact with children of every kind of personality and he never gets impatient with them. I've never heard him raise his voice, he doesn't have to, the children respect him.” — Monica I.

Last updated October 10, 2026.