Best Karate Classes in Austin, TX

“It was difficult at first: initially I thought I was going to croak just during warmups, I was often on the wrong foot, and would routinely arrive at the end of a different kata than I started.”

“My 6 year old daughter is attending little champions and since she's been in she's gained confidence, excellent body movements, self respect along with respect for others.”

“As a teacher myself I was especially excited to hear Sempai Ed's gentle yet disciplined instruction that was so full of social/emotional knowledge used in a child centric way.”

“The summer intensive program was ideal for my schedule and I could not have asked for a more responsive and caring attitude from them from beginning to end.”

“The team at TR do such an amazing job of coaching and encouraging the students, and I've seen my son grow in terms of discipline, expression, confidence and teamwork in every way.”

“Being a part of the Aim and Focus family for three years now, I can attest to the truly positive atmosphere within the school that has allowed for many students to walk through the doors and have their lives changed.”

“Professor Ricardo and the coaches do a great job training us and making the class entertaining and I hope my body can take it so I do not have to miss any class.”

“Not only does Kuk Sool Won teach invaluable self-defense skills, but the instructors go above and beyond to instill essential values like manners, ambition, and reassurance in every student.”

“With tons of options in martial arts training, if you want something that will be able to positively affect the other 23 hours a day you aren't in a class, look no further.”

“I started training at Austin Iwama Aikido in March 2015 and am very thankful that a school with this caliber of instruction (clear and precise) and a Sensei with this lineage exists here in Austin.”

“Master Chris and all the other coaches have been giving him an excellent environment to build his self-confidence, discipline, physique and social skills.”

“In addition to the martial arts skills he's now mastered, they have helped teach our child about self-sufficiency, respect, integrity, hard work, failure, grit, and other key life lessons, They adapted to the challenges of Covid with creativity and f...”

“His positive and friendly attitude, his calm energy and strong communication skills with both his students and parents are a great combination for a solid leader who is well respected by his students.”

“I was taking stock of my life at this point and considering getting back into martial arts training myself (after about an 18-year hiatus) when by chance I ran into Kyoshi Graham at a local store (he remembered me and my daughters from years back).”

“They have taught me how to be a leader, how to be kind and compassionate, and most importantly how to believe in myself and always strive to learn more.”

“The combination of Gene's extensive training, a high bar of quality students of varied experience and coming from a place of powerful natural flow, Austin Systema and Tai Chi Chuan is a diamond mine.”