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Welcome to United States Karate Academy! Proudly serving the San Diego Community since 2007, our dedicated team of instructors is here to provide the highest quality martial arts training in a fun, family-friendly environment. Our mission is to empower every student to reach their full potential, helping them achieve their goals and dreams. Ready to begin your journey? Call us to get started today at 619-597-2068.
United States Karate Academy has been in business since June 2007. We offer a range of martial arts classes for all age groups, starting with our Diaper Dragons program for children aged 18 months to 3 years, followed by the Tiny Tigers program for ages 3-6, our Young Lions program for ages 7-12, and a Teens/Adults program for students 13 and older.
The mission of U.S. Karate Academy is to develop children and adults to be their best by being physically fit, mentally sharp, emotionally stable, and spiritually sound in order to have productive members of our society.
The values of U.S. Karate Academy are: Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, Passion, and Mentorship
The vision of U.S. Karate Academy is to graduate every student to Black Belt and Beyond! Empowering every student with character traits and personal development to accomplish their goals and dreams!!
Master Sal Convento: Owner and Chief Master Instructor
Master Sal Convento is a distinguished Two-Time World Champion and a seasoned martial artist with over 36 years of experience. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, he served as a Surface Warfare Officer and Naval Aviator in the U.S. Navy for 10.5 years. He holds a Master of Science in Executive Leadership from the University of San Diego and a Master's in Management from the University of Redlands.
As a Fourth Degree Master Instructor in World Tang Soo Do and a Fourth Degree Black Belt in Karate Do, under Master John Critzos, II at the United States Naval Academy, Master Convento leads the U.S. Karate Academy in San Diego, California, as the owner and Chief Master Instructor. He is deeply committed to sharing the wisdom imparted by his instructors, aiming to inspire and develop the next generation of leaders within the community.
Master Convento is also the author of the book Black Belt: The Winning Edge! How Martial Arts Can Help You Achieve Greater Success in Life, where he explores the life-changing benefits of martial arts training.
Why Choose United States Karate Academy?
Dedicated and Passionate Instructors
Our instructors are committed to helping you build discipline and confidence, empowering you to excel in all areas of your life—personally, professionally, and academically.
Engaging Character-Building Classes with Personalized Attention
Our classes are thoughtfully designed to cultivate discipline and confidence in a fun and supportive environment. With a small student-to-teacher ratio, we ensure personalized attention, using martial arts not only to develop physical skills but also to instill values of discipline, confidence, and focus that extend beyond the dojang—into your home, work, and school life.
Start your journey with us and experience the transformative power of martial arts.