Children practicing movement at Kona Karate

Now enrolling for the 2026-2027 school year

Kona Karate Preschool

A movement-rich, confidence-building preschool experience for ages 3-5, designed to support the whole child socially, emotionally, academically, and physically.

Play-based preschool

Children learn best when they feel safe, capable, encouraged, and engaged.

Kona Karate Preschool blends play-based academics with daily movement, helping children build focus, self-confidence, social skills, and strong early academic foundations.

Meet our preschool director

Led by Rebecca Lawrence.

Rebecca Lawrence is the Preschool Director and Program Developer. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Science, with additional training in communication, social behavior, and human motor development.

As a mother of two, a former competitive gymnast, and a karate student currently testing for her black belt, Rebecca brings a rare movement background to early childhood learning.

Kona Karate students learning through movement

Early academics

Children are introduced to early reading, writing, math concepts, science, and social studies.

Social-emotional growth

Listening, turn-taking, self-regulation, and confidence are practiced in a positive setting.

Daily movement

Beginner karate skills and age-appropriate gymnastics build coordination and body awareness.

Whole-child support

Every child is encouraged, challenged, supported, and celebrated for who they are.

Movement matters

More than preparation for kindergarten.

Each day includes movement experiences designed to build coordination, listening, direction-following, self-control, confidence, and respect for self and others.

Class information

Ages 3-5

Tuesday and Thursday mornings

9:00-11:30 AM

$160/month

This class is currently full. Please call or email to join the wait list.

Preschool testimonials

Families feel the difference.

"He wakes up asking if today is preschool day."

Our son has absolutely loved Kona Karate Preschool. We love the emphasis on character development, and Mrs. Becca is so attentive to each child.

Liz Erickson

"Her confidence around other kids has improved so much."

Our daughter is always excited to go to school. She has learned to write her name and is thriving with the socialization.

Alika Lindsay

"His favorite part was the karate lesson."

We absolutely love Kona Karate Preschool. Miss Becca and Jade are phenomenal. Wonderful program. We loved it.

Marie Tims

"The kids are moving, exploring, and learning through play."

The staff is caring, organized, and passionate about working with young children. It has been wonderful to see how much my child has grown.

Annie Beyer

Start here

Ask about preschool enrollment for 2026-2027.

Call Kona Karate or send a quick note to ask about openings, wait list options, and next steps.

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