Karate builds CONFIDENCE-STRENGTH-DISCIPLINE
Our Kids Karate Program builds up confidence while teaching humility and respect for others. Children who study Karate develop self discipline and control while becoming stronger mentally and physically.
Johnston/Cranston/Smithfield Martial Arts
Teaching Karate & Martial arts in Rhode island since 1993
Karate TEACHERS THAT ARE ROLE MODELS
Role models are incredibly important for your child's development.
Senseis Raffi and Susan Derderian have been teaching Karate in Rhode Island since 1993. They have trained a staff of friendly and professional instructors who love inspiring all of the students in a class.
Martial Arts PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES
We have Martial Arts programs for Men, Women, and Children (ages 4 & up).
Our classes and programs are separated by age. Each class is taught specifically towards the age of the students.
We offer a diverse range of Martial Arts programs. Let us help you achieve your goals!
Classes We Offer ...
KIDS Karate
Fun, exciting classes that teach your child self-defense, help them get in great shape, and most importantly... give them tools they need for a happy, successful life that has balance.
ADULT KENPO KARATE
Get in shape, learn some awesome self defense skills all while making new friends. Just some of the benefits to being in our our Kenpo classes. Beginners are always welcome and made to feel right at home.
(oh yeah, and it is a lot of fun)
JEET KUNE DO & FILIPINO KALI
Learn the art created by the Late Bruce Lee. Jeet Kune Do is a blended martial art that was put together specifically for self defense. Sifu Raffi opened the first school JKD in Rhode Island in 1993 and is one of the few people in the Northeast USA to be certified under Bruce Lee protege Dan Inosanto.
Our Kali program is incredible. If you are looking to train in the martial arts of the Philippines, you need to try our Three Class Offer.
YOGA & KICKBOXING CLASSES
No matter which one you choose to do, you can't go wrong in either one of these two programs. Both will have you feeling great!
Try our Introductory Special and you'll be hooked!
Testimonials
What our members are saying ...
"Our Sensei is the best! We perfect every move in a safe and structured class." I feel healthy and confident in any situation. Plus, I'm in the best shape of my life and feel great. I highly recommend Derderian Martial Arts."
Janet Foster
Advanced Student
"My son has attended Derderian for the past three years and has loved it! The staff is extremely patient and takes their time with each individual student. They reinforce having manners, integrity and respectfulness towards others."
Patricia Lewis-Porrazzo
Student Mother
"I've practiced martial arts under Sifu Raffi since 2002. I have accumulated much knowledge and made many new friends through my experience here, and it has been completely worth every minute spent in the dojo."
Andrew Whitman
Jeet Kune Do & Kali student