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PKSA Karate Ann Arbor North offers training in the traditional martial art of Tang Soo Do. The program includes martial arts classes that cover self defense techniques, fitness, and a Sparring Class, along with camps.
• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Schedule: Class options Monday–Friday evenings and most Saturday mornings
PKSA Karate has been around since February 2000, and PKSA Karate Ann Arbor North has been living and working in the Ann Arbor community for over 15 years. All instructors are trained in ways to bring out the best in students, and the teachers have experience in martial arts and in working with both children and adults. The program states that it teaches traditional martial arts in a family friendly environment, with a balance between physical training, self defense concepts, and simple philosophical lessons for a balanced life, and it emphasizes discipline, self-control, perseverance, concentration, self-discipline, respect, leadership skills, focus, self-confidence, and physical fitness for all ages. PKSA Karate is one of the largest martial organizations in the country.
Every year, the program participates in several fundraising and charity events to benefit people in the local community, including a Turkey Brigade that provides Thanksgiving meals to hundreds of needy families each year. The schedule runs Monday through Friday from 5:00pm to 8:30pm, and most Saturdays from 9:00am to 12:30pm, with the 2nd Saturday of each month set aside as Sparring Class only for instructor training, and some Saturdays fully closed for tournaments and belt promotions. The program also offers Zoom classes from home.
Parent and student feedback includes comments about excellent instructors, caring teachers, and enjoyment of both in-person and Zoom classes, as well as long-term participation by some families.
Last updated January 5, 2026.
• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Schedule: Class options Monday–Friday evenings and most Saturday mornings
PKSA Karate has been around since February 2000, and PKSA Karate Ann Arbor North has been living and working in the Ann Arbor community for over 15 years. All instructors are trained in ways to bring out the best in students, and the teachers have experience in martial arts and in working with both children and adults. The program states that it teaches traditional martial arts in a family friendly environment, with a balance between physical training, self defense concepts, and simple philosophical lessons for a balanced life, and it emphasizes discipline, self-control, perseverance, concentration, self-discipline, respect, leadership skills, focus, self-confidence, and physical fitness for all ages. PKSA Karate is one of the largest martial organizations in the country.
Every year, the program participates in several fundraising and charity events to benefit people in the local community, including a Turkey Brigade that provides Thanksgiving meals to hundreds of needy families each year. The schedule runs Monday through Friday from 5:00pm to 8:30pm, and most Saturdays from 9:00am to 12:30pm, with the 2nd Saturday of each month set aside as Sparring Class only for instructor training, and some Saturdays fully closed for tournaments and belt promotions. The program also offers Zoom classes from home.
Parent and student feedback includes comments about excellent instructors, caring teachers, and enjoyment of both in-person and Zoom classes, as well as long-term participation by some families.
Last updated January 5, 2026.
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