Martial Arts America

Martial Arts America offers Kids Karate, Juniors Karate, Teen Karate, Adult Karate, Fitness Kickboxing, and Iaido (Samurai Sword). Kids Karate includes karate instruction and training, with classes that are 30 minutes long. Fitness Kickboxing combines kickboxing, martial arts, muscle-toning, cardio, and flexibility, and Iaido teaches sword strikes, blocks, movements, and formalized patterns (kata).

Programs

• Kids Karate — 4-5 · Instruction and training in Karate for kids ages 4-5. The page says children ages 4-6 are called Tigers and classes are 30 minutes long with multiple classes each week.
• Juniors Karate — 6-12 · Instruction and training in Karate for kids ages 6-12. The page says classes are fun, fast-paced, and exciting.
• Teen Karate — 13-17 · Karate program for teens ages 13-17.
• Adult Karate — 18+ · Karate program for adults ages 18+.
• Fitness Kickboxing — Teens and adults · Tuesdays 7:00-7:45 pm; Saturdays 8:00-8:45 am · A class combining kickboxing, martial arts, muscle-toning, cardio and flexibility. Held at the Penfield location. Classes are 45 minutes long.
• Iaido (Samurai Sword) — Beginners welcome; no martial arts experience needed · Teaches sword strikes, blocks, movements, and formalized patterns (kata). Offered at the Brighton and Webster locations.

At a glance

• Ages: 4–18 years old

About the provider

Martial Arts America has offered instruction and training in Karate since 1980. Its head instructors are Kelly Williams, Jon Emerson, and James Cornell, and all three are experienced black belt instructors. The program states that its goal is to empower individuals in all aspects of their life by applying the values of martial arts.

Martial Arts America offers programs for all ages 4 years and up. No martial arts experience is needed for Iaido and beginners are always welcome.

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.