Ceres Karate

Since 1992, Ceres Karate has been the area’s best martial arts training center. Featuring programs in all major aspects of self defense, fighting, fitness. Our highly trained black belt staff led by Grandmaster Miguel Duran specialize in Kenpo Karate, Krav Maga, Kickboxing, Boxing and MMA. Our staff is held to the highest standards in customer service and addressing our customer needs in a quick professional manner which has helped us create our amazing training center we have today. Our facility is divided into 2 large training floors with world class training equipment that is professionally cleaned each day so the entire family can get fit and healthy in a clean supportive environment.

Business Hours

Our business hours are designed to accommodate your busy schedule. Please find our hours of operation below:

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

5:30 AM-6:30 AM

&

4:00 PM-9:00 PM

Tuesday & Thursday

4:00 PM-9:00 PM

 

Class Schedule

Monday & Wednesday

Room A  

5:00 PM-6:00 PM

(Open)

6:00 PM-7:00 PM

(Beginner Karate)

7:00 PM- 8:00 PM

(Krav Maga Self Defense)

8:00 PM-9:00 PM

(Cardio Kicking Boxing Exercise class)

Room B

5:00 PM-6:00 PM 

 (Beginner Karate)

6:00 PM-7:00 PM

(Beginner Karate)

7:00 PM-8:00 PM

(Beginner Karate)

8:00 PM-9:00 PM

(Adult Karate)

Tuesday & Thursday

Room A

5:00 PM-6:00 PM

(Beginner Karate)

6:00 PM-7:00 PM

Beginner Krav Maga

7:00 PM- 8:00 PM

(Krav Maga Self Defense)

8:00 PM-9:00 PM

(Cardio Kicking Boxing Exercise class)

Room B

5:00 PM-6:00 PM 

 (Intermediate Karate)

6:00 PM-7:00 PM

(Advanced Karate/Black Belt Karate)

7:00 PM-8:00 PM

(Intermediate Karate)

8:00 PM-9:00 PM

(Black belt Karate)

Our services

Kem-scrima-doh

Kem-scrima-doh is a mixed martial art that includes kenpo karate, traditional Filipino stick and weapon fighting, as well as various striking techniques includes fists,kicking,knees,elbows and many other ways of turning the body into a tool for self defense. Our traditional karate also teaches children respect and how to conduct themselves with discipline and their futures in mind over 90% of our black belts go on to earn a college degree 

Krav Maga

Krav Maga is a self defense system that consists of many different striking and self defense techniques including choke defenses and disarming opponents. Krav Maga is a system with many schools around the world with Ceres Karate being the only Krav Maga school system in the central valley

Cardio Kick boxing

Cardio Kick boxing is an exercise class that focuses on utulizing striking using our 22 hanging heavy bags system that tracks your score to make breaking a sweat fun and competitive. Every class focuses on a different muscle group strengthening the body guaranteeing a good workout 

Features & Benefits

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Our team

Meet the Experts: The Instructors Behind Ceres Karate’s Success

Master Mike Duran

Mike Duran is a 5th degree black belt in kem-scrima-doh and a black belt certified krav maga instructor with over 40 years of experience training directly under his father GrandMaster Miguel Duran, a 9th degree black belt in kem-scrima-doh (retired) Mike Duran  is an positive and high energy instructor that creates fun karate classes as  well as exciting krav maga and cardio kickboxing class

Ruben Vargas

Ruben Vargas is a 4th degree black belt in kem-scrima-doh with over 20 Years of teaching and training experience. Ruben trained in kem-scrima-doh since the age of 7 and continues to teach even after receiving his black belt. Ruben specializes in providing a strict and traditional work environment that encourages students to reach their potential while still having fun.

Adrian Gallegos

Adrian Gallegos is a 2nd degree belt in kem-scrima-doh with over 13 years of training and teaching combined as well as a certified Krav Maga instructor. Adrian creates a loud and positive environment that fosters growth. Adrian is also the captain of the competition team that takes students all over the bay area.

Dina Pavic

Dina Pavic is a Krav Maga certified instructor with over 8 years of training experience. Dina has gone on to  earn her 1st degree black belt in kem-scrima-doh after starting in our Krav Maga program 

Client Testimonials

Hear What Our Clients Have to Say About Us
5/5
Mike Duran is a top-notch instructor who is licensed with with Krav Maga Worldwide (the governing organization for the whole martial arts discipline of Krav Maga) He brings a full knowledge of the discipline to his classes, as well as a very practical approach that incorporates the most useful techniques from a variety of other martial arts with good old-fashioned common sense and street smarts. The studio offers a good balance of morning and evening Krav classes five days a week that can fit your schedule. Expect to work hard, have lots of fun, and feel confident in your ability to defend yourself if you come in regularly.
barry hull
5/5
How I describe Ceres Karate. My La Familia. No one is never a stranger. Its a place were everyone is respected , appreciated and Loved. We cheer each other on and every level of fitness is welcome. We laugh, joke and sweat together as strive to meet our personal goals. If you are looking for a fun, non judgemental place to get a great workout Ceres Karate is the best place to start and l can guarantee you, that you will not be disappointed I adore and Love all of the instructors. Miguel, Mike Irene,Matt,Pena Just to name a few. This is my home, My La familia!!
Margaret Wysinger
5/5
My daughter enjoys learning here. I like how patient the teachers are with the kids. We enjoy the family-friendly environment and the fact that it's family owned and operated is awesome. 👍🏻
natalie
5/5
High energy, awesome workouts for all abilities from beginner to competitor. Its one big family getting together each day to 'get it on'!! Best in the valley.
jeff purcell