Martial Arts Comprehensive

Ages 5 to Adult

Personalized Lessons:

Experience a comprehensive martial arts program like no other, providing expert-led, weekly 30 minute personal lessons tailored to each student's unique learning style, individual goals and ability. Complete with customized lesson plans that get updated after each session, students receive the attention required for a 'more than movement' education with detailed feedback allowing for immediate adjustment to strengthen areas of individual need, not only in the martial arts, but in all areas of life. 

Group Lessons:

Our group classes, flexibility scheduled to fit every family's needs, compliment the personal lessons, focusing on their martial arts basics while improving muscle tone, flexibility, teamwork, and self-regulation, while promoting social skills and camaraderie in a supportive, inclusive environment. 

Whats Included:

  • Free uniform + weekly personalized lessons

  • 2–3 flexible group classes + online training

  • Sparring, weapons, & self-defense training

  • Goal-setting, homework cards, & video practice links

  • Test/tournament prep, & individualized plans

  • Social events for kids—so parents get a break!

  • Free Muay Thai (13+)

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Group Classes (Ages 5 - 9) 

Mondays: 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm 

Tuesdays: 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm

Wednesdays: 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm 

Thursdays: 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm 

Personal Lessons: 

Scheduled any time the school is open

Group Classes (Ages 9 - 12) 

Mondays: 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm 

Tuesdays: 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm

Wednesdays: 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm 

Thursdays: 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm 

Saturdays: 9:30 am - 10:15 am (Muay Thai/ Instructor Approval)

Personal Lessons: 

Scheduled any time the school is open

Group Classes (Ages 13+) 

Mondays: 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm 

Tuesdays: 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm (bag work)

Wednesdays: 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm 

Thursdays: 7:30 pm - 8:15 pm 

Saturdays: 9:30 am - 10:15 am (Muay Thai Kickboxing) 

Personal Lessons: 

Scheduled any time the school is open


As a family-oriented school, we understand the importance of choosing the right program. That is why we provide a complimentary, pressure free lesson. We are happy to answer any questions you may have and give you time to make the best decision to meet your needs!

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Setting the Standard for Martial Arts Education

We are proud to be recognized as an educational program—not just an extracurricular—by Poway Unified, the Regional Center, charter schools, and homeschool programs throughout San Diego. All our instructors are certified, background checked, CPR/First Aid trained, and employed (not volunteers). We also carry school district-level insurance. Unlike many extracurricular programs, we meet higher standards for safety, professionalism, and student wellbeing—no matter which program you choose.

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Discover how Shaolin Academy of Martial Arts, 4S Ranch Karate can benefit you—just fill out your information below. We’ll contact you to schedule a FREE evaluation and send details about our schedule and tuition so you can decide if we’re the right fit for your family. No obligation to join!

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10750 Thornmint Road Suite 103, San Diego, CA 92127
(858) 674-9757
contact@sama4s.com