Action Karate Drexel Hill offers age-specific programs built around what children actually need at each stage of development. Kids don’t just get physically stronger here. They get better at listening, braver about trying new things, and more confident in their own skin.

Adult Martial Arts Classes

You don’t need to be a teenager to start. Adult students at Action Karate Drexel Hill train for fitness, mental clarity, and practical self-defense skills they’ll actually use. The classes are challenging, supportive, and designed for real life.

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Kids Martial Arts Classes

For school-age kids ready to channel their energy into something that builds them up. Our structured kids’ programs teach focus, self-control, and respect alongside kicks, strikes, and forms. Parents notice the difference at the dinner table within weeks.

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Ninja Sharks Ages 3 to 6 Classes

Little ones are full of energy and ready to learn. Ninja Sharks introduces our youngest students to the mat in a playful, nurturing environment where big feelings get big outlets and every child gets the attention they need.

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Special Needs Martial Arts Classes

Every child deserves a place on the mat. Our instructors are trained to adapt their teaching to different learning styles and abilities. Kids who have struggled to find their fit in other activities often discover that martial arts gives them exactly the structure and encouragement they’ve been looking for.

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Birthday Parties

Celebrate your child’s big day at Action Karate Drexel Hill. High-energy, kid-approved, and way more fun than a bouncy castle.

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Why Action Karate

More Than a Martial Arts Class. A Different Kind of Kid.

Parents in Drexel Hill choose us because their children come home changed. Not just tired from a workout, but more settled, more respectful, and prouder of themselves.

Character is built on the mat, not just at home

Every class reinforces the same values parents are already teaching: respect, persistence, and personal responsibility. Kids hear it from their instructors too, and that repetition sticks.

Progress your child can actually see

The belt system gives kids a clear, achievable goal at every stage. Earning a new belt isn't handed to them. They work for it, and they know it. That pride is real.

Instructors who treat every student as an individual

No child gets lost in the crowd here. Our team adapts to different learning styles, energy levels, and needs because the goal is always the same: help this specific child grow.

Our Space

A Training Environment Built for Confidence

3,500 square feet of dedicated space gives our students room to move, practice, and grow without feeling crowded or rushed. The mat is clean, the energy is focused, and the layout lets instructors keep a close eye on every student in the room.

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Action Karate Drexel Hill

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Kathryn Jones

22:58 20 Feb 26

I can’t recommend Action Karate enough! It is a welcoming space. Our 5 year old is learning with teachers who know his and all other kids’ names. They encourage while directing students. You see the relationship the studio has developed with participants when there are so many older kids helping to run sessions. The studio also participates in community events and outreach. Fantastic!

Kwesi Vincent

22:03 06 Nov 25

My son's confidence has grown so much over the 3 years he has been coming here. We love the instructors and owners take a personal interest in the growth and development of the students. We highly recommend sending your child here for martial arts.

Aliyah Wali-Stevenson

10:50 29 Jan 25

My little guy looks forward to his karate classes. We took a winter break from his swim school & joined this amazing community. watching him build confidence in his ability is truly priceless. Mr Williams, Ms Andrea, and Trooper are 3 of the many amazing instructors teaching our little ninjas togetherness, patience, leadership qualities, team exercises, they are given many directions that they are eager to participate. Each ninja does their best to achieve. Truly a positive atmosphere!!! I love the confidence each child has at the end of each class ☺️😍

Denae Chavous

23:45 22 Jan 25

My experience with Drexel hill karate has been a great one the staff are really engaged and really helpful with keeping my son
On task following directions and patience I also really enjoy the outreach programs as well as the picnics yearly it’s like a family like experience.. the guys for boys night really give my son a sense of a man figure which I truly appreciate! Nothing but good vibes and energy!

Brittany Lovell

22:23 12 Jul 24

Where do I even begin?? Let's start at the beginning! My son has been coming to this karate academy for about 4 years. We love it here. From the classes, to the private talks and chats to the GREAT extra events they host for the children and families together. I enjoy the teachings they have helped dad and I instill into our son! If your values and views aline with AKs mission, this is the place for your family as well!
Here we are 4 years in, a lot of sweat and grit later, we are still going strong and don't plan on stopping any time soon. AK is apart of our family and definitely treat us as such! Even Dad and I have joined the mat a few times and learned valuable defenses.

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Your Instructors

Meet the Team

Choosing a martial arts school is about more than the curriculum. Here’s why Bethlehem families train with us.

Our Story

Active in the Drexel Hill Community Since 2018

Action Karate Drexel Hill has been part of this neighborhood for years, and the families who started with us when we first opened are still here. That kind of loyalty tells you something.

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The kind that shows up in classrooms, on sports fields, and in everyday conversations. Parents tell us their child raises their hand more, complains less, and handles frustration better.

It’s common to see siblings on the mat at the same time, or parents who started watching from the lobby and ended up joining an adult class themselves.

Students don’t just collect stripes. They demonstrate readiness, and that process of working toward a goal, falling short, and pushing through builds a kind of mental toughness that lasts.

Our instructors pay attention. Kids with different learning needs, different temperaments, and different starting points all find a place here because teaching is never one-size-fits-all.

Martial arts helped shape my confidence, discipline, and mindset growing up, and I wanted to be able to pass that on and make that same impact on my students.

— Instructor Casey Heimbach, 3rd Degree Black Belt

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Find Us

Right Here in Drexel Hill, Delaware County

We’re easy to get to for families across the area, and our class schedule is built to fit around school pickups and busy evenings.

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Families at Action Karate Drexel Hill come from Aronimink Elementary, Garrettford Elementary, St. Dorothy’s, Holy Child Academy, Drexel Hill Middle School, and Cardinal O’Hara. If your child goes to school in this part of Delaware County, there’s a good chance their classmates train here too.

Community & Partners

Our Role in the Community

Action Karate Drexel Hill is a school that belongs to this neighborhood. We’re not just here to run classes. We show up at local events, connect with area schools, and work to make the community stronger. We’re more than a martial arts school. We’re a proud part of the Bethlehem community, and that means building real, meaningful relationships with the schools and organisations that serve the families we care about.

What’s On

Upcoming Events & Programs

From school workshops to summer camp programs — we’re out in the community every week.

FAQ

FAQs Got Questions? We've Got Answers. Here are the things Drexel Hill families ask us most.

What is the style of martial arts that you teach?

At Action Karate Drexel Hill, we teach Tang Soo Do — a Korean martial art built on discipline, self-defence, and the kind of focus and respect that becomes visible at home and at school. We've been part of the Drexel Hill community since 2018, and the school has grown to serve families from across Delaware County.

When can I attend classes at Action Karate Drexel Hill?

We run classes across the week. Use the form on this page to get our current schedule sent straight to you.

What should I wear to my first class?

Just come as you are for your first session at Action Karate Drexel Hill. Comfortable clothing you can move in is all you need. Your uniform (gi) is included in the $49 intro offer. Bare feet on the mat, no shoes required.

Who are the classes suitable for?

Drexel Hill runs programs from age 3 through to adults. We serve families from Aronimink Elementary, Garrettford Elementary, St. Dorothy's, Holy Child Academy, Drexel Hill Middle School, and Cardinal O'Hara — a mix of public and Catholic school families that reflects the character of the neighbourhood. No prior experience is needed to start. Our instructors meet students where they are on day one.

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Adult Martial Arts Classes

Kids Martial Arts Classes

Ninja Sharks Ages 3 to 6 Classes

Special Needs Martial Arts Classes

Karate Birthday Parties

Drexel Hill's Go-To Martial Arts School for Kids and Families

Real Skills. Real Kids. Real Results.

Adult Martial Arts Classes

Kids Martial Arts Classes

Ninja Sharks Ages 3 to 6 Classes

Special Needs Martial Arts Classes

Birthday Parties

More Than a Martial Arts Class. A Different Kind of Kid.

Character is built on the mat, not just at home

Progress your child can actually see

Instructors who treat every student as an individual

A Training Environment Built for Confidence

Meet the Team

Active in the Drexel Hill Community Since 2018

Right Here in Drexel Hill, Delaware County

Our Role in the Community

Willam Penn Elementary

Thomas Jefferson Elementary

Fountain Hill Elementary

Lincoln Elementary

Spring Garden Elementary

Governor Wolf Elementary

Casa Guadalupe Education Center

Upcoming Events & Programs

FAQs Got Questions? We've Got Answers. Here are the things Drexel Hill families ask us most.

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