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Villari's Martial Arts Centers
5 ★★★★★ 29 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Somerville, Massachusetts
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most schools welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
- Beginner-friendly all ages and levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule villarisomerville.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 617-625-5070
Hours
| Monday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Master Brad is really great with little kids making them feel welcome, little them have fun, and also helping them stay focused.”
“This martial art style is a combination of Japanese Karate and Chinese Kung Fu with an emphasis on self defense for all body types.”
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“Master Brad at Villari's of Somerville is creating a martial arts experience that goes beyond the typical run of the mill karate class.”
“A academia é muito bacana, espaço diferenciado e ótimos professores, fazendo com que os alunos consigam realmente aprender os princípios do jiu-jitsu.”
“This martial art style is a combination of Japanese Karate and Chinese Kung Fu with an emphasis on self defense for all body types.”
What students say
“Like any young boy he was attracted by being a karate master and being the best fighter but very soon his focus shifted to the belts.”
“The supportive environment, where everyone helps each other and feels like a family, has been a cornerstone of this transformation.”
“Classes begin with a short meditation, a physical work out with stretching, practice of forms and structure and wind down again with meditation and discussion.”
“I have seen my son's confidence and self control improve since starting.”
“Master Brad at Villari's of Somerville is creating a martial arts experience that goes beyond the typical run of the mill karate class.”
“In my short 10 months of being at Villari’s Somerville, I've gained a remarkable boost in self-confidence and have shed a lot of my depression.”
From the reviews
In my short 10 months of being at Villari’s Somerville, I've gained a remarkable boost in self-confidence and have shed a lot of my depression. I now truly believe in my ability to achieve my goals.
After doing yoga for 5-6 years, I wanted to try something new. After some googling, I stumbled on this convenient location, went in for a free trial class - and I've been coming here ever since. Master Brad is an amazing teacher, and he runs a fantastic operation for both children and adults.
I joined this program not too long ago but I'm truly impressed with how they teach the kids. As a result, my daughters confidence increased. My daughter has always had an interest in Karate and this was the best program for her!
Here is what Ana (my mom) says about Villari’s Martial Arts Centers, Translated by Andy. “My daughter suffered bullying in school to the point she wanted to take her life. She was in the hospital for 6 months. And when Andy looked for this place in the internet, Andy and I came to talk with Master Brad.
New to taekwondo? Start at Villari's Martial Arts Centers
Villari's Martial Arts Centers comes up as a beginner-friendly school — noted on their own site. If you've never trained or set foot in a dojang, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and instructors scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable schools build fundamentals (stances, blocks, kicks, and basic forms) for weeks, sparring eases in gradually and with gear on, and instructors keep it controlled and safe. Third, all ages and all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most schools are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first taekwondo class at Villari's Martial Arts Centers
Nervous about walking into a taekwondo school for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good instructors expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic stances, blocks, and kicks with a partner or on pads — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: loose athletic wear you can move in (or a dobok if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the floor. What to bring: water and a positive attitude — many schools lend a loaner dobok for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll get your own dobok and belt, and sparring gear (mouthguard, headgear, and guards) once you begin sparring. Sparring eases in gradually, once your fundamentals and forms are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the instructor. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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