Where MovementMeetsAcademics
A morning preschool for ages 3–5, built inside our dojo. Beginner karate, gymnastics-based movement and early learning — preparing confident, capable kids for kindergarten and beyond.
Kona Preschool
Ages 3–5
Now Enrolling — Mon–Wed Mornings
9:00–11:30 AM · Ages 3–5 · Spots are limited.
- Monday–Wednesday mornings, 9:00–11:30
- Beginner karate skills
- Gymnastics-based movement
- Foundational academic skills
Getting Ready For Kindergarten
Ready For School Is More Than ABCs
Hard time sitting still and listening
Follows directions and waits their turn
Shy around new kids and grown-ups
Confident in a group and proud to try
Big feelings, quick meltdowns
Early self-control they practice every day
Energy with nowhere to go
Strong, coordinated bodies from real movement
3–5
years old — the age these habits are easiest to build
Designed For This Age
A Confident, Capable Kid Ready For Kindergarten
Kona Preschool blends what we've learned teaching little ones karate with early-learning basics. Kids move, play, listen and learn in a structured, positive room — led by the same instructors families have trusted at Kona Karate for years.
Confidence
Kids learn to stand tall, speak up and try new things in front of a group.
Positive Social Skills
Taking turns, sharing the floor, and making friends.
Focus & Listening
Simple, fun drills that stretch attention a little more every week.
Self-Control
Stop, wait, try again — practiced in play until it sticks.
Strong, Coordinated Bodies
Karate and gymnastics-based movement build balance, strength and coordination.
Early Learning Foundations
Letters, numbers and learning habits that set kids up for kindergarten.
A Morning At Kona Preschool
Bow In & Warm-Up
A calm, consistent start — line up, bow in and get moving.
Karate & Movement
Beginner karate and gymnastics-based play that builds balance and coordination.
Early Learning
Hands-on activities for letters, numbers, listening and following directions.
Wrap-Up & Pickup
Review the day, celebrate effort, and head home proud.
Ages 3–5
Monday–Wednesday, 9:00–11:30 AM
Structured, playful and positive — every single morning.
Within The First Few Weeks
What Parents Notice First
Kona parents of little ones describe these changes in their own reviews.
Timid kids feel at home and come home beaming
Better listening — at home, not just in class
More respectful and more disciplined
They can't wait for the next day
Built For This Age
Safe Hands For Little Ones
Parents of preschoolers ask about safety first. Here's our answer.
Age-Appropriate Everything
Activities are designed for 3–5 year olds — gentle, playful and supervised.
Consistent Routine
The same structure every morning, so kids know what's next and feel secure.
Kind, Patient Instructors
Reviews call our instructors personable, kind and great with timid little ones.
The Kid Who Walks Into Kindergarten
Confident, listening, ready to learn — and proud of what they can do.
A Head Start On School
Early learning foundations and the habits teachers love: listening, focus and self-control.
Instructors Families Trust
Taught by the family-owned team behind Kona Karate.
A Path That Keeps Going
Preschoolers can move straight into our kids karate classes as they grow.
Parents Are Amazed
Real Centerville
Families.
"Instructors Te and Jade are personable, kind, and made our timid 5 year old feel right at home on day one! Our boy is so excited to go to each class and comes home beaming and so proud!"
— Rachel Wade
"My 4 year old is already picking up basic life lessons that will serve him all the way through adulthood. He is more disciplined and much more respectful."
— Bruce L. Talbot
"Every teacher has been positive and enthusiastic and even my incredibly shy, hide-behind-mom's-legs little guy only needed a few weeks to warm up to everyone."
— E P
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Google Rating
Black Belt
Head Instructor
Give Them
A Head Start
Kona Preschool
Ages 3–5
Now Enrolling — Mon–Wed Mornings
9:00–11:30 AM · Ages 3–5 · Spots are limited.
- Monday–Wednesday mornings, 9:00–11:30
- Beginner karate skills
- Gymnastics-based movement
- Foundational academic skills
Te Lawrence
"Bring your little one by and see the room for yourself. If it isn't the right fit for your family, just tell me — no pressure, ever."
3rd Degree Black Belt, Kona Karate · 1st Degree Black Belt, Kenpo
Owner & Head Instructor · Kona Karate
Common Questions
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A Head Start
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