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For those interested in learning a martial arts that focuses largely on grappling and fighting on the ground. Kickboxing not only helps to increase the muscular stature but also help you to gain mental strength and gain confidence. Get in shape! MMA training is practiced in a safe and supervised manner thanks to our high qualified coaches.

Exceed your limits! We are glad that you have selected our program to support your child's educational and fitness goals. An opportunity of a life time! What a great decision me and my husband made! Sensei Polanco and his family are wonderful. Our son has been attending the after school program for a few months now and I've seen such a difference in him.
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We offer a variety of martial arts classes for both children and adults. Whether you are interested in self defense, relieving stress, losing weight, or just looking for a new way to exercise, we have a program that will suit your needs. We offer programs in Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) (both gi and no gi), Boxing, MMA and Kickboxing.
At K I Salem MA. we recognize that young children learn differently from teenagers or adults; that there is no "one size fits all" method of instruction. We separate our instruction into 3 separate programs - children, teens, and adults - to provide an interesting and safe environment for all of our practitioners.
At K I Salem, we understand that adults generally have different goals and interests from those of our younger students. Adults engage in Martial Arts training for a wide variety of reasons but generally share the common interest of self improvement. Recognizing this we separate our instruction into 3 separate programs - children, teens, and adults - to provide an interesting and safe environment for all of our practitioners.
Limited space available! Our after school program has lots of fun activities for the kids which includes pick up from school to our facility, snack time, homework, martial arts (karate, jiu-jitsu, & kickboxing), arts and craft, and much more! We also take vouchers! Our program is licensed by EEC of Massachusetts.
Kids love learning at Ki Salem MA. Our kids' Okinawan Goju Ryu karate-Do program is high-energy, fun and interactive. Our primary goal is to build our students' self-esteem, which we do by acknowledging and rewarding not just our students' accomplishments and successes, but their efforts as well. Learning karate is a physical endeavor, involving all muscle groups to help develop a student's physical fitness.
Reviews (11)
Kerry Canavan
Kerry Canavan
Feb 02, 2018
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Sensei Polanco is an amazing martial artist. Sensei is a knowledgeable and effective teacher who treats his students like family. He mixes his traditional values with a contemporary form of instruction. I highly recommend this school !!!
Stephanie Rodriguez
Stephanie Rodriguez
Jan 10, 2018
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My daughter has been coming here since the start of the school year and she absolutely loves it. She's shown improvements at home and in school!
Orquidea Rodriguez
Orquidea Rodriguez
Dec 11, 2017
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Love the program. It was an awesome decision to put my daughter in it. It's helped her a lot with school work and her behavior.
Asa Leausa
Asa Leausa
Dec 03, 2017
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I've been studying Goju Ryu Karate and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu here for about two years now. Sensei John Polanco keeps the Goju Ryu "pure" by teaching it the way the masters of old did. You won't find fancy tornado kicks or backflips here, but you will find an ancient combat system that's still relevant today. Goju Ryu has helped get me in shape and has helped alleviate a lot of pain in my body by strengthening my muscles.
The Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is also a great program. Professor Marcelo Kobayashi brings a lot of experience to the table. He's a former MMA fighter from Japan and he's also proficient
Sam-Wzor Sam-Wzor
Sam-Wzor Sam-Wzor
Nov 24, 2017
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My son loves to be in the after school this is a great place for the kids to learn discipline and at the same time have fun learning karate, kick boxing, Ju jitsu do homework, art and crafts, the staff are really nice, is hard to find a good after school and i really recommend this one.
Bruce Crawford
Bruce Crawford
Nov 24, 2017
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I have trained with Sensei John Polanco at KI Salem for nearly 10 years. In that time I have seen the dojo grow from a small group of students in a basement to the fantastic program that stands today. Whether you are looking for a program for your child or you are looking to pursue martial arts for yourself, Sensei Johnny and the entire KI Salem family provide a safe, family-friendly environment. There are separate classes for children and adults, along with different classes in karate, jiu jitsu, and kickboxing. Sensei Johnny has been practicing martial arts for over 25 years; his ability and
Alyssa Todd
Alyssa Todd
Sep 09, 2017
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My daughter loves it here. She started in February and I believe it was a great decision we made. She has learned a lot in this small amount of time. Everyone that works there is super nice and welcoming . :)
Sergey Grigoryan
Sergey Grigoryan
Sep 07, 2017
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My son attended this Karate school for almost 3 years and he enjoyed the experience very much. He became more self confident and disciplined in other aspects of his life, school etc. I highly recommend this school for any kid.
Nitrix
Nitrix
Aug 22, 2017
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I have been training at K I Salem since this past year, and I don't think it can get any better than this. Both Sensei John and Sensei Jordyn teach not only the movements but also the art and strength behind each block, punch, and kick. Don't be fooled when you see punching bags and a boxing ring- they also have Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, MMA, kickboxing, and after-school programs.
Another thing that I really appreciate is the dedication of both senseis to karate- they will use any and all means necessary to ensure discipline and form. They teach Karate not as a martial art, but as an art, which is
Leo W.
Leo W.
Aug 23, 2016
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63 yrs young and just enrolled in KI one of the smartest moves I have made.
Kim Moody
Kim Moody
Dec 12, 2015
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I absolutely love KI Salem MA my daughter takes kickboxing and she went from a shy timid girl to an outgoing child. there Karate, and Jiu Jitsu teams are amazing. They treat you like you are a part of there family from the moment you walk in. I would highly recommend them to anyone who is thinking about training.