Daniel R, CA
"My six year old daughter has been attending KaliUSA for a year now. My daughters confidence level has sky rocketed!! My daughter and my family have learned a lot from this journey. It's one of my best decision as a parent to have her train in the martial arts. This is getting her ready for life struggles! Mr Serveno and his family has been super great with the kids! I highly recommend all parent to come see our class! You have a one week free trail! So make the call or just show up!"
Melissa E, CA
"Kali USA has been such a great family environment for our son. He has been learning skills that he's able to use both inside and outside of the dojo. We love the Kali family and are very grateful to be able to join the team."
Denise R, CA
“Every time I come in to pick up my niece, I'm always greeted by the sweetest staff ever! My niece loves it here too and can't stop talking about it lol! Overall great place to learn and you always feel welcomed.”
FAQ
How do I sign up my student?
You can enroll your student online or send a message through this website to schedule an appointment. The required information needed to enroll your student online are as follow. 1. Student's full name, 2. one primary contact, 3. email address, 4. emergency contact. Thereafter, on the first day of class, see the admission office to complete your enrollment by providing the following information. 1. Student's ID or birth certificate, 2. primary contact's photo ID, 3. complete waiver and consent forms.
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How much is it?
$99.99 to start -- 5 days FREE, or $159.99 for 3- 5 youth -- 5 days FREE, and thereafter $145 tuition payments for every 26 days, and are valid for any one Core or Elective classes. Not valid for any other offers or discounts. (Note: these prices can change without notice, call your local dojo for details.) These packages includes, annual USMAO membership, karate pants (if needed,) karate belt (if needed,) and a FREE training tee-shirt.) Autopay is usually required for most ‡Core and ±Elective classes. Visit your local dojo.
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Why is the 3-5 Youth package cost more to start?
The 3-5 Youth Karate requires students to wear protective sparring gears for their class sessions. The package includes student's annual USMAO membership, (1) FREE training Tee-shirt, (1) karate pants, (1) belt, (1) protective head-gear, (1) set of gloves, (1) set of kick shoes, and (1) mouthpiece. Available in Blue or Red.
What days are practices?
Practices may vary and can change at anytime upon the discretion of the Instructor. Kali USA is committed to provide an updated calendar and a copy of the class schedule through this website. See class schedule. CLICK HERE. ,
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What does Kali USA teach?
Kali USA primarily teaches its ‡Core aka Youth & Adult Karate Program (YAKP) (e.g. no-weapon self-defense, sparring, take-down & throwing techniques, physical training, and focus.) This system was inspired by Tang Soo Do or Karate-do that was taught by Grand Master Cordoncillo, who taught Professor Zarza, who then trained and awarded Sensei Servano with a 3rd degree black belt. Kali USA is in partnership with a variety of system like, Eskrima DeCuerdas, Parayno Balintawak, ETMA Kenpo Jujitsu, and not limited to these martial arts system above. It carefully selected styles of martial arts that delivers attribute in becoming a well-rounded martial artist.
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What age can I start training?
3 years old students are usually the recommended age to start training in Karate. However, there is no age limit to start training in Karate or Filipino Martial Arts. The Kali USA training programs are designed to separate classes by age groups, such as 3 -5 years old, 6 -8 years old, 9 -17 years, and adults. See calendar for class schedule. CLICK HERE.
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Can I try a free class to see if I will like the program?
Yes, you can try it for free with the permission of the Sensei or instructor in charge of that specific class. Visit a Kali USA Martial Arts school for details.
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Can I enroll in the Karate Leadership Program?
No, also known as KLP is a program tailored for advanced students (green-belt & above,) must show proof of rank to participate in this program.
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Can I enroll in Balintawak classes only?
Yes, and $99.99 to start -- Kali USA requires an active annual USMAO membership to participate inside the dojo. This fee does not include fees for ±Balintawak classes. Optional class fees -- Walk-ins $25 and up to $35 (variable) per class or $145 (fixed) every 26 days. Since ±Balintawak are governed and supervised by their own board, there might be additional club, examination, and/or workshop fees required through their organization.
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What is the difference between ‡Core or ±Elective classes?
‡Core classes are designed to award students a rank and/or title within that particular style of martial arts, while ±Elective classes offer enhancements and attributions of martial arts for people seeking to only learn self defense and self improvement.
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I hold a black-belt from another system, can I help teach?
No, we offer our Certified Black Belt Program that helps align your martial arts experience with the USMAO Karate-do curriculum. This process is usually a one-on-one training with the chief instructor and participation in quarterly clinics or workshops.
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My child is a black-belt, will they start over?
No, there is usually an age requirement to receive a USMAO certified black-belt instructor license through our system. However, we will help your child align their martial knowledge with the USMAO YAKP curriculum. In the meantime, your child will wear a white-belt in class, and we will continue to help fast-track their journey.
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What other expenses should I expect?
The YAKP requires a karate or jujitsu student to participate in belt-examinations that are conducted 3 times a year. These exams are estimated to cost $75 and up to $550, depending what certificate of rank a student requires.
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Does my child need sparring gears?
No, however a child enrolled in the 3 -5 Youth class requires participant to purchase a set of protective gears that includes, a head-gear, sparring gloves, and foot-pads (estimated cost of $150). Available in Blue or Red.
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Do you teach ±DeCuerdas eskrima?
Yes, and ±DeCuerdas eskrima is a Filipino Martial Arts that focuses on blade methods. Kali USA is a chapter of the ±Kada Anan Martial Arts Association, based out of Phoenix, Arizona. An appointed ±Kada Anan associate at Kali USA is licensed to teach ±Larga Mano, ±Serrada, and the ±DeCuerdas system. $159.99 to start -- 5 days FREE, and thereafter, $145 for every 26 days, This package includes, an annual USMAO membership, a FREE "Eskrima DeCuerdas" tee-shirt and 36" Trainer (replica sword.)
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Do you teach BJJ?
No, and Kali USA teaches the old style ±jujitsu training and curriculum that was taught by Professor McKenzie of the Salinas Kodenkan Jujitsu. Kali USA has branched out and created a curriculum that meets minimum expectation. Kali USA certifies ±jujitsu students up to the rank of 1st degree black belt. $159.99 to start -- 5 days FREE, and thereafter $145 for every 26 days. This package includes, a jujitsu uniform and an annual USMAO membership. Available in Blue (under 80 lbs) or White (81 lbs and up).