Karate of LA Presents K.I.C.K. Crew

Karate of LA Presents
The K.I.C.K. Crew

Kids Karate & Martial Arts Classes in West Los Angeles

Conveniently located right in the heart of the community at 12416 Santa Monica Blvd (at Centinela Ave), Karate of LA provides a structured after-school environment for Westside families. Whether your child attends local LAUSD schools, or you are looking for a fun and engaging after-school activity, our dojo offers the perfect, accessible mat space for traditional Goju-Ryu character development right in your neighborhood.

The Goju-Ryu Seiwa-Kai Difference

Led by world-renowned Chief Instructor Shihan Vassie Naidoo (8th Dan Black Belt), our programs move beyond standard after-school activities. We focus on building fundamental coordination, real-world self-defense skills, and essential mental fortitude through traditional martial arts architecture. Learn more about our core program goals and values.

Official program logo for the preschool K.I.C.K. Crew martial arts classes at Karate of LA, designed for early childhood coordination and confidence development.

Preschool Crew

Ages 3–4: Fostering coordination, student listening habits, and early social independence in an upbeat format.

Elementary school students ages 5 to 12 participating in a high-energy K.I.C.K. Crew martial arts class at Karate of LA, focused on building coordination, respect, and personal safety skills.

Elementary Crew

Ages 5–12: Goal setting, traditional Kata forms, and supervised light sparring to build schoolyard confidence.

Teenagers building practical self-defense skills, personal safety awareness, and physical fitness during an advanced K.I.C.K. Crew martial arts class at Karate of LA.

Teen Crew

Ages 13+: Advanced defensive application, leadership skills, and a constructive outlet for stress management.

Adult martial arts students training in traditional Goju-Ryu Seiwa-Kai karate at Karate of LA, focusing on authentic kata forms, technical precision, and practical self-defense.

Adult Karate

Ages 14+: Traditional Goju-Ryu fundamentals focusing on Kihon, Kata, and self-defense for all skill levels.

Ready to step onto the mat?

Official Access

7-Day Trial Pass

Admit: One West LA Area Resident
Access: All Age-Appropriate K.I.C.K. Crew Programs
See You on the Mat!

Admit One
Confidential Non-Profit Tuition Support As a registered 501(c)(3) organization, the K.I.C.K. Crew program believes financial barriers should never dictate a child's access to community development. Sponsored slots and dynamic scholarship tracks are available for Westside families experiencing genuine financial constraints. To inquire completely confidentially, please connect through our Contact Page and contact us using the email form.