Build confidence, strength, and resilience—while having a blast

The Teens group at Boulder Karate is an absolute blast! Designed for students ages 13–16, each 60-minute class helps teens develop from the inside out. Let’s face it—being a teen can be tough. That’s why we create a space where they can leave the school stress behind and channel their energy into training, learning, and growing.

Every class is packed with practical drills, pad work, partner exercises, and real self-defense skills. Teens dive right in—and they love it.

Real Self-Defense for Teens in Boulder

Your teen will learn Kempo, today’s most effective self-defense system. Proven to work in real-life situations, Kempo empowers teens of all sizes and experience levels. But it’s not just about techniques—it’s about confidence. As their skills grow, they develop a presence that says, “Don’t mess with me.” And potential bullies or attackers can feel it.

We train teens to protect themselves while building up their confidence every step of the way.

Functional Fitness That’s Actually Fun

The gym? Not their thing. Our teen martial arts classes in Boulder are a full-body workout wrapped in excitement. Your teen will build stronger muscles, improve coordination, and stay injury-resistant—all without realizing they’re working out.

Martial arts makes fitness something they look forward to.

Stress Relief They Can Feel

Whether it’s academic pressure, social stress, or just growing up, teens carry a lot. At Boulder Karate, they get to hit the pads, move their bodies, and walk out feeling refreshed and recharged. Martial arts for teens is a powerful outlet—and one that helps them face life with a stronger mindset.

We see it every day: after class, teens leave smiling, centered, and ready for anything.

Find your people

We’ve seen it time and time again—teens come for the karate and stay for the friendships. Whether your teen is shy or outgoing, they’ll find their people here. The vibe is positive, supportive, and welcoming. From shared high-fives to partner drills, students naturally build trust and connection on the mat.

The teen group becomes more than just a class—it becomes a crew.

A Program That Grows With Them

Most of our teens train once or twice a week—and they love it. The community is tight-knit and welcoming, and new students feel like part of the family within just a couple of weeks.

Here’s what’s included in the Standard Teen Program:

• One weekly semi-private lesson (30 minutes of personalized attention)

• Unlimited access to all Teens Group Classes

Our semi-private lessons are a game changer. Every strudent gets personalized attention from one of our skilled instructors. This gives us the chance to work closely with each student on their goals, techniques, and mindset. Once you sign up, our instructors will connect with you to schedule your teen’s weekly semi-private time.

Ready to see your teen grow stronger—inside and out?

Try the best teen martial arts program in Boulder and watch them thrive.