Champions Karate Dojo
Ages 3–5
Little Samurais
A playful introduction to martial arts for our youngest students — building focus, listening skills, and coordination in a fun, age-appropriate environment.
Train under WKA 5-time Gold Medalist and NASKA World Champion Sensei Chris Crisostomo. Hard work, discipline, integrity, and respect — that's the Champions Karate Dojo way.
Every student. Every goal. Every belt. We're here every step of the way.
Champions Karate Dojo has been West Covina's home for karate, MMA, and fitness, guided by a simple philosophy: 'Accept your limitations, or become a champion.' Hard work, discipline, integrity, honor, and respect are the foundation of every class here, taught by instructors with decades of national and international competition experience.
Head Instructor — WKA 5-Time Gold Medalist, NASKA World Champion
Sensei Chris Crisostomo has proven himself in competition for over 30 years and still competes today. A WKA 5-time gold medalist and NASKA World Champion, he has trained some of the nation's top competitors in the sport karate industry and has competed at the country's most prestigious tournaments — including the World Series of Martial Arts, the Battle of Atlanta, the Diamond Nationals, and the U.S. Open — earning him a feature on ESPN. Sensei Chris specializes in form choreography, karate gymnastics, and weapon choreography, and is known for bringing out the best in students of every age.
We don't just teach Karate — we build better people.
Students earn every belt by demonstrating real technique — we don't hand out ranks. With a 5.0-star Google rating, our standards speak for themselves.
From young kids to adults, complete beginners to returning martial artists — everyone feels at home at Champions Karate Dojo. This is a family, not just a gym.
Parents and students report improvements in focus, confidence, and discipline within the first 30–60 days. Our structured curriculum ensures every student progresses at every level.
Something for everyone — from toddlers to adults, beginners to competitors.
A playful introduction to martial arts for our youngest students — building focus, listening skills, and coordination in a fun, age-appropriate environment.
Sport and traditional karate rooted in Shotokan, with exposure to weaponry, judo, and grappling. Students can train any day of the week, as many times as they want, building real confidence and discipline one belt at a time.
Sport/American Karate and Shotokan fundamentals with exposure to Judo, Aikido, grappling, and kickboxing — real self-defense, fitness, and competition training for teens and adults of every level.
A disciplined blend of karate, grappling, wrestling, judo, boxing, jiu-jitsu, and Shotokan. Despite its reputation, MMA training emphasizes fair play, respect, and safety alongside real fighting skill.
High-energy cardio kickboxing that builds strength, endurance, and stress relief — no experience necessary, just a willingness to work hard.
A safe, structured after-school environment combining martial arts training with character development — a great alternative to daycare for busy families.
Three easy steps to your first class — no experience required.
Click the button below or call us at (626) 552-2590 to reserve your free intro session at a time that works for you.
Arrive in comfortable workout clothes. We'll give you a tour, introduce you to the team, and guide you through your first class.
If you love it — and you will — we'll find the perfect program and membership that fits your goals, schedule, and budget.
No commitment. No experience needed. Just show up.
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