We love it here. They are reasonably priced and the quality of training is unbeatable. Our almost 4…read moreyear old loves to go and is learning valuable life lessons. Definitely worth checking out!

From the owner: All American Tae Kwon Do Academy is the newest TKD school in the Mathews area! We stand for…read moreauthentic Tae Kwon Do with a 9th Degree Korean Grand Master and a 3rd Degree head instructor with over 60 years of Martial Arts experience combined. By combining traditional techniques and initiative scientific teaching methods, we bring a very fresh style of Tae Kwon Do to Matthews.

Traditional Japanese Karate. Adult, Kids, and mixed classes. 4th Dan Sensei Randell brings years of…read moreexperience, diversity, and enthusiasm to each and every class. I highly recommend this school because there is something here for everyone!! Hope to see you there soon. OSU!

I want to thank Sensai Randall for saving a woman from getting kidnapped by a violent criminal. You…read moreare a hero, and I hope the young people you instruct realize that. I'm not from the area, but I wish great things for you and your business.

Our son started here about 4 weeks ago. Since he's began, we've seen improved manners and respect,…read morenot to mention the fact that he cannot wait to attend the next session; he simply loves it! The instructors are great with the children, even those who seem overly excited to be there (the one's who don't listen so well). The instructors are patient, and keep the sessions fun, but also manage to stay firm at the same time. In addition to being wonderful with the kids, they even remember each child's names --even after only seeing them once, which is quite impressive based on the amount of kids they have. The classes are a great size (our son is in the beginners class [he's 5]), which contains only about 5-6 kids per session. I highly recommend this place. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is simply because I have nothing else to baseline this experience from.

We love Karate Charlotte! Our son has been going for years. The instructors are awesome and…read moreeverything is well- structured.

As someone who recently relocated from a major city (LA) to Charlotte, I was hoping that the lore…read moreof "Southern hospitality" was accurate, but unfortunately, when dealing with a money hungry corporation regional location is irrelevant. We were solicited at a public park by an instructor and encouraged to come to a free class. The "class" ended up being a 20 minute one-on-one sales pitch by an instructor to my daughter. Knowing no one and being new to the area we thought it would be a good idea and were comforted by the 3 day cancellation policy. Literally, within 2.5 hours of returning home we realized being a double working parent home the hours of classes were not suitable for our schedule and I emailed WITHIN 3 HOURS OF SIGNING-UP that we would need to cancel immediately. While we did not receive any communication or receipt of cancellation, they were able to charge our credit card. My Husband went to the location the following day to confirm the cancellation and begin the refund policy and the instructor told him he could not grant a refund, that we had to contact the Manager and that Manager didn't even answer HIS calls on the weekend. (Which business wise, you shouldn't be open for operation if you are not supervised by a Manager.) Regardless, we called today (the following business day, a Monday) and were met with the Manager's mirrored response. Although we issued a cancellation WITHIN HOURS, that ATA the corporation, was receiving the funds, that the branch would see no part of that and that there was no refund. So...to you ATA, the capitalist corporation that has created loopholes in it's own policies inorder to gain profit at the loss of it's customer base; We are disappointed in your skewed policy statement, let down by your manipulative agenda and false community mission and will surely NOT endorse you or any of your locations to anyone looking for a positive growth community for their children or selves. #ShopLocal

A highly motivated instructor and huge classes. Ymy family is enjoying this taekwondo school. Staff…read morevery friendly and helpful.

Powerhouse Karate is an amazing place for kids to grow and develop. I particularly like Mr. Watts…read moreprior military training and background. He emphasizes honor, discipline, and respect in every facet of his training program. He even starts off each class with the "pledge of allegiance," mission statement and Powerhouse Oath. He has a knack at getting the best out of kids. I highly encourage other parents to give his program a try. You will not be disappointed!

1.Be prepared to spend over $200.00 a month because the teacher will want to test your child on one…read morething to get a new belt EVERY MONTH and if you say no he will make your child feel out of place. 2.Be prepared to sign a 1 year contract, the teacher Anthony Watts is more interested in getting you to sign that contract than anything. 3.The teaching style is crap, does not show children proper form for anything. 4.Picks favorites in class and if your child is acting like a child and not like she is in the military, he will sit them out the entire class period and belittle them. 5.Does not pay for instructors but expects parents to participate in every single class. 6.SHADY SHADY BUSINESS BEWARE!!!!!!!

Ricky and Edie Smith are the owners of Sidekick. They put Excellence in the rating of excellent…read more Karate taken at Sidekick has been the best thing my grandson has ever done. His attitude his performance his attention to instruction has improved 1500%. The disciplines learned with Sensei Ricky's guidance have made my grandson look at life differently. He now strives to excel in all ways of life. His cooperation and wiliness to share with his sister and the rest of the family has improved. I wholehearted recommend Sidekick Karate to everyone at any age. This weekend I watched 4 Senior Citizens (65+) perform in a Tomoe which tested the skills they have learned as new karate students. They all performed successfully. It's never to late..

Edie is one of the owners of Sidekick Karate! She is absolutely awesome. She remembers everyone's…read morename and face, and always greats me with a smile and in a very energetic manner. Sidekick picks up children from their elementary schools and buses them to sidekick for karate after school. If your children need to stay longer after karate is over, there's a separate room with desks, a white board, a game system, a tv, changing rooms and bathrooms. On wednesdays they order pizza from dominos and feed the kids dinner and then around 6pm they go to a local church. This gives parents extra time to work or maybe time to run an errand before picking up their children. My son has learned a lot since he's started going to sidekick. The owners have absolutely thought of everything in terms of accommodations for children after school. You can tell that the owners truly care about the children in our community. We are lucky to have them as part of our community. I highly recommend sidekick karate for lessons, or for lessons and after school. It's well worth the money, and your children will learn impulse control, better judgement, overall discipline and they will get to socialize and be somewhere where you don't have to question whether they are cared for or not. I would 100% recommend Sidekick!

This is the best karate dojo in Lancaster and surrounding counties. It is not just a dojo that…read moremills out belts just to get you through quickly You will learn the true art of karate. You will also feel like family as soon as s you walk in the door. My whole family trains there including my children. We have had nothing but good experiences and highly recommend for children as well as adults.

From the owner: Universal Karate Studios offers the best in Traditional Japanese -Okinawa and Korean Martial arts…read more Complete with Jujitsu, Kobudo, Grappling and Sport Karate. We also have our A+ Karate After School Program and our Kicking Kids Summer Camp. Great Self-Defense programs. Classes for all ages 3 and up. Family friendly environment.

This place is amazing! Dr. White is truly the best instructor and he won't just promote his…read morestudents. They need to earn the next belt. I trust all the teachers and will be a supporter for life. My 6 year old son just received his brown belt tonight.

This Martial Art studio is amazing. I have never felt so welcomed into what most would say is an…read moreintimidating environment. Everyone introduced themselves to me and I felt like part of the group before my first class was over. Since then I have worked hard and am now in my black belt apprenticeship. I am greatful for the work and time my Grand Master ( Dr. White ) and Sensei's have put into making me not only a good Martial Artist ,but a better person all the way around. You won't be able to walk onto any dojo floor and train with your grand master. It's been tough. Limits have pushed, but I am so greatful for every moment of it. This was suppose to be a challenge and it has been. I plan on always pushing and striving to reach that next level . With people like Shihan White behind me I know that will always be a possibility. I recommend Kenaki to anyone looking to try Martial Arts. The staff is wonderful and they work with children ages 3 and up. My own children take karate lessons at Kenaki, and I am very impressed with their growing self control and confidence they have obtained so far. Everyone get to try a class for free! Check them out!

I have been a student of JKI WS since 2011. Through my training, I have grown as a karate…read morepractitioner and as a person. With the excellent and guided instruction I receive from the dedicated Sensei, I have been on a road of self enlightenment and improved physical fitness. In addition, it is a heck of a lot of fun. Some of the people I have met at JKI WS have become my best friends.

This is a small dojo, where the owners are also instructors. The classes tend to be small enough…read morethat you receive personalized attention. A variety of class types, including children's classes (little ninjas), karate, weapons, and even a general physical fitness class on Friday nights. Be sure to call for class times. If you're looking for an easy hour with no benefits, look somewhere else. If you're looking to really push yourself, see what you are capable of, and make some friends in the process, then give them a try.