Baran's Kenpo Karate

Baran's Kenpo Karate

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"Where the Best Defense is a Positive Self Image." Serving the community with the finest Instructors.

Baran's Kenpo Karate opened up in 1994 and has helped teach the benefits of the Martial Arts to thousands of students and families in the Meriden and Wallingford area. Our Kids program focuses on developing a strong mind and body in children and our Adults program is geared towards getting students in the best shape of their lives while learning valuable self defense skills. All while having a great time and making new friends for life.

06/16/2026

πŸ₯‹ BUDDY WEEK IS BACK! πŸ₯‹

From July 6–11, Little Dragons and Phase 1 students are invited to bring a friend to class!

It’s a great opportunity to share the fun, confidence, focus, and excitement of martial arts with someone special. Whether it’s a sibling, friend, cousin, or classmate, we’d love to welcome them to the dojo for a week of kicks, smiles, and new experiences.

Ask your instructor for details and start thinking about who you’ll bring! πŸ‘ŠπŸ»

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06/12/2026

πŸŽ‰ NEW MEMBER PARTY! πŸŽ‰

We’re excited to welcome all of our newest Little Dragons and Phase One students for an evening of fun, games, and orientation!

πŸ₯‹ Meet your instructors!
πŸ‰ Learn about our mission and values!
⭐ Discover our goals for every student!
πŸ“š Get an overview of your program!
❓ Ask questions and get prepared!

This is the perfect opportunity for new students and families to get to know our school, meet new friends, and start their martial arts adventure with confidence!

πŸ“… Friday, June 26th
⏰ 6:30–7:30 PM

We can’t wait to meet everyone and officially welcome you to the Baran’s Kenpo Karate family!

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06/09/2026

Because what else do you do when your sister has a softball game? πŸ₯Ž

While his sister was hitting dingers for the Sheehan softball team, Tommy decided to work some flow drills with his arnis sticks!

There is never a bad time to practice because how you train is how you perform. πŸ’―πŸ’ͺ🏻

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06/03/2026

At Baran’s Kenpo Karate, we’re more than martial artists. We’re building confidence, discipline, resilience, and the next generation of leaders. πŸ˜πŸ’―

Every class is an opportunity to grow. Every challenge is a chance to become stronger. From a child’s first introductory lesson to earning a black belt, the lessons learned on the mat carry into school, careers, relationships, and life in general. πŸ₯‹

We’re proud of who we are and we're proud of the students we inspire. We're transforming our community one kick, one punch, and one life-changing moment at a time.

See you on the mat. πŸ’ͺ🏻

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05/28/2026

πŸ₯‹ THE VOTES ARE IN β€” AND BLUE WINS! πŸ”΅

With a whopping 161 votes, the blue exclusive summer shirt is YOUR pick for the best color shirt! πŸŽ‰

⚠️ TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO PRE-ORDER!!!

Don't miss your chance to grab this exclusive shirt before it's gone forever. Click the link below to get yours today!

πŸ‘‰ https://member-site.net/?PR--bcMbJJ

05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, we salute those who gave the ultimate sacrifice so that we may live free in this great nation. πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

05/24/2026

We are OFFICIALLY up for voting for the Reader's Awards yet again! Voting is open now, so help us get selected to move on to the next round!

As always, this is never about us. This shows how much your trust and dedication means to us and we couldn't do it without our support system!

So head on over to the Record Journal and cast those votes today!

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05/24/2026

Luca wasn’t exactly worried when Mr. Zach decided to test his upward block… πŸ˜‚πŸ‘ŠπŸ»

Some kids hesitate. Some second guess themselves. Luca? He stepped up like he already knew what to do and said "I can do it!" πŸ’―

Huge congratulations to Luca and everyone else who earned their white belts. πŸ₯‹ A white belt is the first step, but it’s still earned. This was proof that hard work and confidence go a long way.

Keep that energy up, Luca! πŸ”₯

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05/20/2026

Are you ready to book the BEST BIRTHDAY PARTY EVER for your child?! πŸ§πŸŽ‰

Right now, we're running a MASSIVE sale on our awesome birthday parties - that if you book one for May, June, July OR August, you'll get 20% OFF! πŸ’₯

So what're you waiting for? Give us a call or stop by the front desk today to set one up. But act fast, you only have FIVE DAYS LEFT! πŸ‘€πŸ’¨

Photos from Baran's Kenpo Karate's post 05/17/2026

⚠️ SPECIAL APPAREL DROP β€” BKK Exclusive Summer T-Shirt ⚠️

This isn't your average t-shirt. This is BKK swag, and it's only available for a LIMITED TIME.

πŸ—“οΈ Available TODAY through May 29th β€” after that, this design is GONE FOREVER!

The design tells a part of our epic story. A one-of-a-kind piece created exclusively for our community. Every stitch, every color, every detail was chosen with purpose. This is the shirt you'll wish you got when you had the chance.

βœ… HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

🎨 Colors: Lime | Daisy | Carolina Blue
πŸ“ Sizes: Youth Small (YS) through Adult 4XL (A4XL) β€” we've got everyone covered!
🏷️ Deal: Buy 2, get the 3rd at 50% OFF β€” mix colors, mix sizes, share with the entire family!
β˜€οΈ Wear it all summer long β€” karate class, beach days, family vacations, casual Fridays at the office, BKK events β€” this tee is your new go-to summer uniform for your karate class AND beyond!

Don't wait until May 29th to decide β€” get yours TODAY before it's too late!

πŸ“² Order online via the link in the comments or see the front desk to order in person TODAY!

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Location

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21 N. Plains Industrial Road
Wallingford, CT
06492

Opening Hours

Monday 2pm - 9pm
Tuesday 2pm - 9pm
Wednesday 2pm - 9pm
Thursday 2pm - 9pm
Friday 2pm - 9pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm