Brandon Hubbard’s Kenpo Karate

My husband and I are Black Belts in Kenpo and we respect what Mr. Hubbard is doing in Folsom. He is a terrific teacher. He is patient and kind and great with kids and adults alike. We highly recommend Mr. Hubbard if you are looking for a knowledgeable martial arts instructor.

We live really close by to this studio and one day decided to walk in and talk to the owner, Brandon. My, at the time 3 year old daughter, started the classes shortly after. She absolutely loved them. Due to some unforeseen circumstances, we had to take a break for about 6 months or so, but my daughter kept asking when she could go back to karate. So as soon as I could, we restarted the classes. Being a teacher myself, I immediately could tell that Mr. Hubbard is an excellent instructor. The children adore him and my daughter is heartbroken if we are late even for two minutes of his class. She is having so much fun but learning a lot at the same time. He is not overly strict or aggressive, but finds a way for children to want to respect and listen to him. It amazes me on how much he taught my daughter and her classmates despite their young age. The classes are priced very reasonably. I doubt there is anyone in town who would match that. There is no contract or sales pressure to sign up, so I highly encourage you to give it a try. Before walking in to this karate studio, I have tried a different martial arts studio in town. I took an intro class myself and the amount of sales pressure I had to undergo after the class was, to say the least, disgusting. I feel that Mr. Hubbard is giving it his best, so he doesn’t feel insecure to pressure you into signing up at the end.

My Wife and I search and attended a few studio’s in the area — most were militaristic, and had many hidden fees. We even came across a very well known one here in town that did not actually have the students test for their belts advancement but instead based it on how many times they came to class. (I was not taught this was and didn’t want it taught to my son). A friend of our referred us to Brandon Hubbard’s Studio. Mr. Hubbard is an awesome instructor. He teaches in a very fun and respectful way, keeping control of the class without needing an iron hand. He stresses the importance of respect and encourages his students to make strong choices outside of the studio.

We tried out several karate classes looking for a good fit. Mr. Hubbard’s classes are heads and shoulders above the others we’ve tried, and more reasonably priced as well. He has high expectations for the students but isn’t overly aggressive. He also does a grat job of tailoring his classes appropriately for the age and skill level (we started with a 7 year old and 3 year old in separate classes.)
Though location is a secondary priority, I’m not one who loves to spend several hours a week making awkward conversation or trying to entertain myself in my car waiting for lessons. Hubbard Kenpo is within walking distance to a Starbucks, nail salon, cupcake shop, Raleys, and a park.

So far we’re impressed. We put our 5 year old daughter in several «introductory classes» at different martial arts schools in the area. None were quite the right fit. Most were way too expensive. Parents shouldn’t have to commit to the equivelant of a car payment for their child to learn something useful and beneficial. Our goal is to get the whole family learning together. Our daughter has had 2 lessons and she loves it. She never wants to leave.
We just happened to be driving by and saw Mr. Hubbard’s new school so we dropped in. We even sat and watched an entire class. What we were most impressed with is Mr Hubbard’s high energy attitide with the kids. They were never idle. He was always drilling them in fun ways. They were always learning. He wasn’t so full of pomp and circumstance that the kids were bored, yet he had the respect of the kids at every second. If a kid messed up, he went over it with them until they got it.
Mr. Hubbard seems to just really love Kenpo and want to teach what he knows. This place is not a «McDojo.» The tuition is very reasonable, even for a family and he doesn’t try to rope you in to a contract.
I would recommend Brandon Hubbard’s Kenpo Karate.

Mr. Hubbard is wonderful with children. They respect him and have so much fun learning from him. He has great deals since he is just opening. Your children will become more confident and self assured through his instruction. I would recommend him to children and adults wanting to learn Karate!!!