Established in 1994, Callahan’s Karate is Bedford, MA’s longest-running family martial arts center, offering kids, teen, and adult karate classes, plus practical self-defense. Serving Bedford, Lexington, Lincoln, Concord, Carlisle, Billerica, Burlington, and nearby towns.

Callahan’s Karate helps students build confidence, focus, respect, fitness, and real-world self-defense skills in a positive, family-centered environment with structured classes and supportive instructors.

See what our families have to say about us:

  • "If you want to learn Kenpo Karate while also building a character and learning valuable lessons then that's the place for you."

    Elinor Gefen-Rotstein

    A five-star review by Elinor Gefen-Rotstein praising Callahan's Karate. It mentions the family has attended for years and recommends it for kids, teens, and adults. The review highlights the school's top-notch instructors and teaching methods, especially during COVID-19, and endorses learning Kenpo Karate for character building and valuable lessons. Options to like and share the review are visible.

  • "The team at Callahan's is truly phenomenal and works well with both children and adults. I have had the pleasure of working alongside the amazing staff as an Assistant Instructor."

    Angelina Vinh

    Screenshot of a five-star Google review by Angelina Vinh for Callahan's Karate. The review praises the school for teaching Kenpo Karate and valuable life lessons like leadership and confidence. It highlights the welcoming community and exceptional staff, recommending Callahan's for all ages.

  • "If you are looking to have a Karate school where your kid enjoys learning Karate technics, having a great time, yet remaining disciplined with the proper expectations, this is the place for you."

    Diana White

    Screenshot of a five-star review by Diana White praising Callahan’s karate school. It highlights the enjoyable and disciplined environment, hard work of instructors, and positive impact on her daughter's skills. Buttons for 'Like' and 'Share' are visible.

  • "Its a great physical and mental workout! Its such a positive, supportive and encouraging environment! Highly, highly recommend Callahan's!"

    Christie Martin

    Five-star review for Callahan's Karate praising its character development focus, positive environment, and impact on family.

  • "The head instructors at Callahan's are not only extremely knowledgeable and dedicated, but they are also the nicest and most genuine people I have ever met."

    Evan Iverson

    A five-star review by Evan Iverson praising Callahan's Karate for its positive influence, respect, discipline, knowledgeable instructors, and welcoming community.
Read what families say in our Callahan’s Karate testimonials.