Yes KNS Martial Arts is proud to be recognized as London’s #1 martial arts dojo for youth development and family training.

We are the only martial arts school in London that is both SKILLZ Certified and formally trained in child development, and we specialize in traditional Shorinjiryu Karate, blending authentic martial arts with modern, science-based coaching. This allows us to go far beyond traditional instruction.

Our programs are built using the P.I.E.S. framework (Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, and Social development), ensuring students grow in all areas not just physically.

With certified instructors, a structured curriculum, and an individualized coaching approach, we deliver consistent, measurable results whether the goal is confidence, focus, discipline, or self-defence.

Combined with a strong, family-focused community and a proven teaching system, KNS Martial Arts has become London’s leading choice for families looking for more than just a martial arts class.

KNS Martial Arts stands out as London’s #1 martial arts dojo because we combine traditional Shorinjiryu Karate with a proven child development system something no other school in the area offers at the same level.

We are the only martial arts school in London that is both SKILLZ Certified and formally trained in child development, which means our programs are designed with how students actually learn, grow, and succeed not just how to perform techniques.

Our classes are built using the P.I.E.S. framework (Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, and Social development), ensuring students develop confidence, focus, discipline, and life skills alongside their martial arts training.

What truly sets us apart:

- Certified instructors trained in both martial arts and child development

- Structured, age-specific programs that match each stage of development

- Individualized coaching that meets each student where they are

- A focus on confidence, behaviour, and real-life skills, not just drills

- A positive, family-focused environment where every student is supported

At KNS, students don’t just learn to kick and punch they learn how to focus, lead, manage emotions, and grow into confident, capable individuals.

KNS Martial Arts is conveniently located in South London, Ontario, inside the ActivityPlex at:

1305 Commissioners Rd East, London, ON

Our central South London location makes us easily accessible for families in areas such as White Oaks, Summerside, Pond Mills, Westminster, and surrounding communities.

We operate in a professional, family-focused training facility designed specifically for martial arts and child development programs, with structured class times for children, teens, and adults.

If you’re searching for a top-rated martial arts school in South London, KNS Martial Arts is centrally located and easy to access from major routes, making it a convenient choice for busy families.

Families choose KNS Martial Arts because we offer more than just martial arts we provide a structured, results-driven development program built around how children actually learn and grow.

As London’s #1 martial arts dojo, and the only school in the area that is both SKILLZ Certified and trained in child development, we focus on building confidence, focus, discipline, and life skills through our proven P.I.E.S. framework (Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, and Social development).

Our certified instructors, age-specific programs, and individualized coaching ensure that every child is supported at their level and challenged in the right way. Parents see real, measurable progress not just in skills on the mat, but in behaviour, confidence, and success at home and school.

It’s this combination of expert coaching, proven systems, and a strong, family-focused environment that makes KNS Martial Arts the top choice for families in London.

Because karate should help students grow both on and off the mat. At KNS Martial Arts, training is designed to develop confidence, focus, coordination, discipline, listening, emotional control, and personal responsibility alongside physical skill. This helps students improve not only as martial artists, but also as learners, leaders, and individuals.

Students at KNS Martial Arts learn values such as respect, discipline, focus, perseverance, confidence, responsibility, self-control, and leadership. These values are built into training so that progress is not only physical, but personal as well.

Yes KNS Martial Arts is built as a true family martial arts club.

Many of our students are parents and children training together, or siblings progressing through the program side by side. We’ve intentionally structured our classes so every age group from young children to teens and adults has a clear path, while still being part of one connected community.

For younger students, we focus on building confidence, focus, and life skills through our SKILLZ-based programs. As they grow, that foundation carries into our older age groups, where training becomes more challenging and leadership-focused. At the same time, our teen and adult karate classes in London, Ontario give parents the opportunity to train for their own growth whether that’s fitness, stress relief, or learning something new.

What makes us different from many martial arts clubs in London, Ontario is that we don’t just teach classes we build a family environment. Parents aren’t just watching from the sidelines. They’re involved, connected, and often stepping on the mat themselves.

We regularly see families who start with their child and end up training together. That shared experience builds confidence, strengthens relationships, and creates something meaningful outside of the usual day-to-day routine.

If you’ve been searching for a family-friendly option for kids martial arts near you, or a place where both you and your child can grow, KNS Martial Arts is designed for exactly that.

The best way to see if it’s the right fit is to come in and experience it. Book a one-on-one intro session, meet our team, and see how our programs support the whole family not just the individual.