Frequently Asked Questions

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At Dallas Kajukembo, we welcome students of all ages. Our children's program is designed for ages 10 to 15, while our adult classes are open to anyone over the age of 16.

Our classes are split between the kids and the adults:

- Kids classes range in age from 10 - 15

- Adults classes are 16 and older

There may be exceptions based on a kids age, size, and ability where they may be invited to join the adult class.

We recommend that you wear comfortable, breathable clothing that allows for a full range of motion. For safety reasons, we ask that you remove any jewelry or accessories, and keep your hair tied back if it is long.

Once you join you will be required to purchase a black karate uniform, and groin protection. Your patches will be provided to you on your first belt test.

Absolutely not. No prior training is required or needed, it can of course be a benefit or detriment depending on the prior instruction.

For your first class or if just coming in to try out a few classes we recommend you to wear loose comfortable clothing. Once you decide to join we require that you purchase and wear a black gi (uniform) and groin protection.

The gi does not have to be purchased through us, in fact we prefer that you purchase it yourself. We can of course provide a few recommendations on where to make the purchase.

Kajukembo emphasizes body conditioning. There will be bruising and soreness as the result of training striking, grabbing, throwing, and joint locks.

Dallas Kajukembo is dedicated to teaching practical self-defense techniques that can be used in real-life situations. Our curriculum includes striking, grappling, and submission techniques, as well as situational awareness and de-escalation tactics.

The objective in Kajukembo is to provide you with the tools necessary to protect your self in any situation.

We do not schedule monthly or quarterly testing. There is no school testing every 3 months where everyone attends and everyone gets promoted. This does not exist at our school.

Instead each student is evaluated individually. When the instructor beliefs the student is ready then that student will receive an invitation to test for heir next rank.