Karate Kids
Fun classes that build coordination, focus and social skills.
Ages 4–6Tradition, discipline & respect
AGUIAR
KARATE
侍になれBecome a Samurai
Building champions on and off the mat through Shito-ryu Karate.
- ✓Qualified instructors
- ✓Family environment
- ✓Discipline & focus
- ✓Kids, teens & adults
Our classes
Karate for every age
Our method develops body and mind, building confidence, respect and self-control that stay with our students for life.
Kids Karate
Teaches discipline, respect and confidence while learning real Karate techniques.
Ages 7–12
Teen Karate
Develops leadership, self-control and perseverance on and off the mat.
Ages 13+
Self Defense & Advanced
For those seeking continuous progress, conditioning and advanced techniques.
Teens & adultsHundredsstudents trained
Instructorsexperienced & certified
Costa MesaLocal community
About us
Discipline that transforms
At Aguiar Karate we believe Karate is much more than techniques and movements. It is a path to build character, confidence and respect. Through the Shito-ryu method we teach values that apply on and off the mat.
- ✓Safe and welcoming environment
- ✓Quality, personalized instruction
- ✓Focus on discipline, respect and self-control
- ✓Classes for all ages
Sensei Aguiar Head Instructor 5th Dan Black Belt · Shito-ryu
On the mat
See the dojo in action
Real classes, real students — a glimpse of training at Aguiar Karate.
Karate for All Ages 
Aguiar Karate — Costa Mesa, CA Gallery
What our students & parents say
It's awesome! Sensei really likes to teach — he teaches confidence, discipline and good behavior.
— Student's parent
Sensei Aguiar is wonderful with his students. Karate became my daughter's favorite activity — she's learning respect and perseverance.
— Parent of a student
A real family atmosphere — everyone is welcoming, and Sensei keeps the dojo clean and well cared for.
— Local family
Ready to start your journey?
Book a free trial class today.