Programs
Martial Arts for All Ages, Abilities & Goals
At St. Benedicts Karate Academy, we offer a wide range of programs tailored to meet the needs of children, youth, adults, law enforcement, and vulnerable communities. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned martial artist, we have a program to help you build strength, gain confidence, and defend yourself effectively.
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🥋 Kyokushin Karate
Full Contact Training
Rooted in Japanese tradition, Kyokushin Karate is a powerful, disciplined, and full-contact martial art that focuses on physical conditioning, mental toughness, and spiritual strength.
✅ Beginner to Advanced Levels
✅ Traditional Techniques + Real-World Applications
✅ Gradual Belt Progression with Grading Exams
✅ National & International Competition Prep
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Junior Karate (Kids & Teens Program)
Our junior program is designed to help children:
Build confidence and discipline
Improve focus, balance, and coordination
Learn respect and responsibility
Defend themselves safely and effectively
Ages: 5–16 | Separate beginner and intermediate levels
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Self-Defense for Women & Vulnerable Groups
Specially designed for:
Women and girls
Survivors of domestic violence
Residents of high-risk areas (e.g. Mathare slums)
We focus on practical, fast, and effective techniques that anyone can learn regardless of size or fitness level.
Free training programs available for eligible participants.
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Law Enforcement & Security Personnel Training
A specialized tactical program designed for:
Police and first responders
Private security guards
Corporate and institutional security personnel
Covers:
Control and restraint
Situational awareness
Close-quarters defense
Legal and ethical use of force
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Arnis – Filipino Stick Fighting
Arnis (also known as Eskrima or Kali) is a street-effective, weapon-based martial art from the Philippines. Easy to learn and quick to apply, Arnis teaches:
Stick, knife, and empty-hand defense
Rapid reaction techniques
Self-defense in crowded or urban settings
New to Kenya and gaining popularity fast!
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Community Outreach: Free Classes in Mathare
We believe in using martial arts to uplift communities. Through our outreach programs, we offer:
Free Karate training for children in the slums of Mathare
Self-defense workshops for women and girls
Mentorship and values-based education through sport
Partner with us to expand this mission.
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Whether you’re looking to get fit, stay safe, or grow mentally and physically — there’s a place for you at St. Benedicts Karate Academy.