Best Karate Classes in Roanoke, VA

“When I first began the program (several months ago) I couldn't do a lunge (one inch from the floor) without using my hands to push back to starting position.”

“I have great respect for Master Palmer's patience and skill with children's classes, and looking back we see the impact it had on our daughter as she advanced through the various levels.”

“Not only have they learned valuable skills that will help them through life, but they are confident children that are not afraid to do the right thing.”

“I visited several different martial arts studios before deciding and chose RVAMA because of the amount of interactive one on one attention each person receives in every class as well as the practicality of the skills being taught compared to the othe...”

“Sensei Bobby and Sensei Carolyn do a great job training the older and younger kids to respect each other and the dojo while also instilling confidence, encouraging exercise, and teaching the kids strong values: To seek perfection of character.”

“Classes follow the same general structure with a nightly self-defense lesson and belt material, focusing on technique, theory, and practical application to deepen students' knowledge of kempo karate. Physical conditioning is also an important part of...”

“We have been at karate international for the last seven months I have three kids that go here and it has been A great experience for my kids to learn self-discipline as well as respect!”

“My kid has gained so much confidence along with being able to concentrate and focus so much better since she's been with them!”

“Not only does Master Murray do a wonderful job of PATIENTLY teaching Tae Kwon Do, he takes the time to teach his students kindness, responsibility, self confidence and so many other important traits children need to learn to be successful.”

“Soke Murdock not only teaches this practical self defense, but he teaches respect and kindness with both Words of Wisdom for the older kids and Magic Words for younger kids.”

“My son worked with Colleen and inspired me to take a weekend class with her because anyone who can get that kiddo to look forward to hard work had to be the best (and I wasn't disappointed!”

“I have been practicing martial arts for much of my life and Chuck Wall is one of the most professional and detailed instructors that I have had the pleasure of learning from.”