Over the past month, we’ve been overwhelmed by the support from our Boulder Karate community.
Thanks to you, our GoFundMe has reached $10,643. This brings us very close to covering the cost of our new training mats, which was our first major milestone at $12,531.
These mats have supported thousands of classes over the years, and replacing them will allow our students to continue training safely in a space that reflects the standard we hold ourselves to every day.
Read MoreOne of the first questions people ask when exploring martial arts classes in Boulder is: “How long until I earn my next belt?”
That’s understandable. People want a path, a timeline, a measurable goal. But at Boulder Karate, we don’t base advancement on attendance alone. We base it on growth, skill development, and readiness.
Belts are not handed out by time. They’re earned through effort, mastery, and consistency.
Read MorePeople who know little about the martial arts tend to start their search with a valid question: “Which style of martial arts is best?” Of course, this question is subjective to what the student is looking to achieve. Practicing martial arts in Boulder will give you endurance, strength, community, confidence, discipline, and skills that could come in handy if put to the test. Discover which martial arts are best for learning effective self-defense in Boulder, Colorado.
Read MoreConfidence isn’t something we can hand to a child—it’s something they have to earn. The same goes for adults. In a world where rewards often come just for showing up, we believe in teaching that real confidence comes from effort, focus, and consistency.
At Boulder Karate, every belt represents hard work and growth. We don’t hand out new ranks after a certain number of classes or weeks. Instead, students earn every stripe, every belt, and every bit of progress they achieve. That’s what makes us different from other martial arts schools in Boulder—and it’s what makes the confidence we build here last a lifetime.
Read MoreWe’re excited to share that Shoutout Colorado recently featured Boulder Karate and our head instructor, Brad “Master Randolph” Randolph, in a profile piece. The full article dives into his journey, the philosophy behind Boulder Karate, and what motivates us to be more than just a martial arts studio.
Read More“I believe in creating a positive learning environment… students learn from the inside out.”
“Every student will develop as a human being, as well as learn to protect themselves.”
Mr. Hale is a 9th Degree Black Belt in American Kenpo, a martial arts style closely related to our own Shaolin Kempo. With over 50 years of experience training and teaching around the world, he’s regarded as one of the senior masters in American Kenpo—and for good reason. He trained personally under Mr. Ed Parker, the founder of American Kenpo, before Mr. Parker’s passing in 1990, and has dedicated his life to both practicing and preserving the art.
Read MoreWhen bullies came after 5th grader Miles K.S. and his friends at Sweet Cow, he didn’t panic. He didn’t escalate. He stood his ground with confidence and control — and walked away with his character intact.
Read MoreTo mark 26 years of training strong students in Boulder, we’re offering a throwback price on our most popular program. (Expires 6/1/25)
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