Martial Arts America

Martial Arts America offers Kids Karate Program/Kids Karate Classes for ages 4-5, with 30-minute classes and a new student program that includes 2 weeks of lessons and a karate uniform. It also offers Juniors Karate Program/Juniors Karate Classes for ages 6-12, with multiple classes each week and a new student program that includes 2 weeks of lessons and a karate uniform. Teen Karate Program is listed for ages 13-17, Adult Karate Programs for ages 18+, Fitness Kickboxing for teens and adults, and Iaido (Samurai Sword).

Programs

• Kids Karate Program / Kids Karate Classes (Age 4-5) — Age 4-5; also stated as ages 4-6 years old · Multiple classes each week · New student program includes 2 weeks of lessons and a karate uniform; 30-minute classes.
• Juniors Karate Program / Juniors Karate Classes (Age 6-12) — Age 6-12 · Multiple classes each week · New student program includes 2 weeks of lessons and a karate uniform; designed specifically for kids.
• Teen Karate Program — Age 13-17
• Adult Karate Programs — Age 18+
• Fitness Kickboxing — Teens and adults · Tuesdays 7:00-7:45 pm; Saturdays 8:00-8:45 am · Classes are 45 minutes long and are held at the Penfield location.
• Iaido (Samurai Sword) — Beginners are always welcome; no martial arts experience is needed.

At a glance

• Ages: 4–18 years old
• Facility hours: Penfield: Mon to Thu 4 PM to 8 PM; Saturday 8 AM to 12 PM

About the provider

Martial Arts America of Rochester says its goal is to empower individuals in all aspects of their life by applying their values of martial arts. It has offered instruction and training in Karate since 1980. The head instructors are Kelly Williams, Jon Emerson, and James Cornell, and they are described as experienced black belt instructors with excellent teaching skills. The three branches have served Rochester, Brighton, Pittsford, Henrietta, Penfield, Fairport, and Webster, as well as surrounding towns such as Perinton, Gananda, Macedon, Rush, and Irondequoit.

Classes are described as fun, safe, exciting, fast-paced, and beginner-friendly in the source material. Parents can call (585) 475-9250 to chat with an instructor.

What families say

“This karate experience has boosted Carly’s self confidence and self esteem. This has made her a more mature, a more poised and a more confident person. She has learned that with commitment and sacrifice she can achieve a major goal. This will serve her well in life.” — Christopher A., Penfield, NY

“The instructors were able to get across, without saying it in so many words, that what’s imbedded in a child’s ability to look a person in the eye and firmly shake hands is dignity as well as confidence.” — Debra Ross, Fairport, NY

“Liana has gained self confidence through karate. This gives her the platform to succeed in anything she sets her mind to. I see this in her school work, horseback riding and day to day interactions with people.” — Mrs. A, Penfield, NY

Last updated September 7, 2026.