Red Tiger Karate is hands-down the best karate program that we found for our son after shopping the other programs around north TX. The program has completely transformed our son, who was frequently bullied at school. He now has the confidence to better-deal with stress, and is better at accepting 2nd place too, because the program teaches the students about training not only their bodies, but also their mind and spirit. The teachers are super-approachable, and have certainly answered every question we have had. I am puzzled about the previous reviews, because those comments are completely opposite of our experiences. I recommend Red Tiger without reservation! It has done wonders for our son and for us as a family. read more

Red Tiger Karate - Karate Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

My family has been going to Red Tiger for over 10 years. They appeal to all levels and the cost can't be beat. We've had a great experience and it has had a really positive experience to my sons' lives. They are both junior black belts and my oldest son is about to test for his adult black belt. Spurred by their interest my wife joined a few years ago and now helps instruct the younger classes. Maybe I'm next. read more

Red Tiger Karate is an awesome organization. Although it's not obvious at first, the price is really very good, because you pay $60 per semester, as opposed to $60 a month like other organizations near me. Costs for equipment, tests, and the tournament are spread out over time. But I was most impressed how they help you out financially. Families of 3 or more get a discount. They take care of you on an individual basis if you have trouble making the payments. Best of all, I know of several students, including a recent black belt, who just didn't have the money for the program - and Mr Margach gives them side work to pay their way. As an adult student, you can tell their primary goal is to give you a workout. Of course you learn karate in the process, but it's also like having a personal trainer to keep you in shape. The kids' classes are huge. They listen intently to the black belts during class, which is really amazing since I know there are always at least a few kids who are there to "learn discipline". (As a side note, speaking from past experience, sometimes you have to have realistic expectations in that case). I highly recommend Red Tiger Karate. read more

My son has been attending Red Tiger Karate for three years now. He also participates on Team Red Tiger. He has learned a lot from Mrs. Kyle and a lot of the other instructors. He has learned not only karate techniques, but he has researched and written essays on different aspects of karate and influential people in karate. Mostly it has helped him gain confidence in himself. I feel that this is a great program and extremely affordable. It is 60.00 for a 10 week semester. There are many locations you can go to if you need to make up a class which is helpful. read more

Red Tiger Karate - Team Red Tiger Class - Karate Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

My daughter has been taking lessons with Red Tiger Karate for a year and a half. She has always enjoyed going to class and adores Mrs. Kyle. As a parent, I especially like how the instructors encourage the students to do their best. I also like the program because they talk to the students about not bullying others and what to do if they are bullied. They are concerned for my daughter's safety as well as all students and during sparring they are always watching to ensure the students tag lightly. read more

Red Tiger Karate is a fantastic place for kids. My 11 year old has been a part of the program for two years. He now has an absolute passion for karate. He receives positive recognition and excellent training. The instructors show the highest level of respect for the kids and ask for the same in return from the kids. It is indeed challenging at times for instructors when you have 20 kids in a room as young as 5 years old. The price is very, very reasonable, and he participates year round. Overall, we are both very pleased, happy and totally satisfied with Red Tiger Karate, and expect to be there for years to come. read more

My older son has been attending Red Tiger Karate for the past five years. The advance to the next belt seemed to be fairly easy and the instructors were very easy on the kids as far as knowing the moves and the terms. My seven year old who has high functioning autism and ADHD has been very eager to start karate. Before enrolling my younger son I approached the director and two different instructors and asked them their opinion and views on children with autism participating in Red Tiger Karate. I also informed them that my son had autism and ADHD. These instructors knew my both my boys very well due to our many years in the program. They assured me that they had been working with children like my son for years and that it would not be a problem. They told me that the instructors attend training classes to learn about teaching karate to children like my son. I attended one of these classes with my older son when he was applying to be a mentor to the lower ranking belts They spoke with my son, they watched him move, they were aware of him and his disability . I enrolled my son in the white belt program and although he didn't do as well as the other students( we did start a week late) he did try and he was able to follow the instructions. Within forty five minutes I was approached by the owner, who promptly told me my son was "slow" "didn't get it"and that he was not welcome in their program. The uniform I had just paid for was taken out of my hands and put away for another student. What am I supposed to tell my son when he wants to go to class next week? I did ask him to perform a few of the moves for me when we got home and he was able to replicate them pretty good. We are done with Red Tiger Karate. read more

My son is 5 and just started learning Karate. He is currently in the Little Tiger program. They have not taught him very much at all, yet he is expected to participate in a tournament and belt test only 8 weeks after starting. He is currently a white belt and within 8 weeks will be a yellow belt. The instructor, Mrs. Kyle, has been rude on a few occasions. They are not teaching discipline to the children at all. They allow them to not pay attention and rarely correct their stance when they are doing it incorrectly. We were told we would pay less than any other Karate school around however, I feel that has not turned out to be true. We paid $90 for 8 weeks and now we have to pay $30 for the tournament which is required in order to belt test and another $30 to belt test. I have looked around and most of the other schools do not require anything to belt test and actually take the time to teach them the proper techniques before they allow them to spar or belt test. I feel for the amount of money we are spending, they are not teaching my son the things he needs to know in order to be successful at Karate. We will not be signing him up for the next session. I have already found another location that charges less and has amazing reviews; not only online but from current and past participants. read more

I agree with Kristi W. My daughter and her son were in the same class. You pay for 8 weeks of class, but actually only get 7 weeks. If you want the 8th week, it will cost you an additional $55 ($30 tournament + $25 belt test) because that week is reserved for belt testing only. read more

My family has been involved with Red Tiger Karate from the very first class Mr. Margach taught in the weight room at Strickland Middle School back in 1999. All my kids have been in the program and my third child is now a yellow belt. She participated in a tournament a few weeks after starting as a white belt. At the tournament she was matched with another girl her same age, size, and belt level. I feel the tournament invironment is exciting and I want my child to experience that. The Red Tiger program is excellent. It stresses dicipline, respect, technique, good attitude, and physical conditioning. Additional seminars are offered that teach adult self-defense, abduction awareness, womens self-defense, and ninja camps for kids,The pricing is very fair and classes are held at local schools and recreation centers.. The instructors are well conditioned and well trained in martial arts and teaching. I have seen and heard them be direct with my kids when they needed it, but never rude. read more

I LOVE Red Tigar Karate. I hope the other reviewer finds a program she enjoys, but I definitely have a different opinion! This is a very affordably priced program - may places are far more expensive. It is very common throughout karate programs to pay for belt test & tournaments (you are paying for the belt, trophy and other costs to put on the program). You can't expect Little Tigers to learn as much as the older kids in the regular program. Little Tigars is to get them interested and working on the idea of Karate at a young age if children that young want to try the program. Under 6 years old children are not coordinated or balanced enough to be able to do all the moves & they just don't have the attention span. That's not the fault of the instructors, that's just the nature of children 5 yrs old & younger. At this stage you are trying to encourage & interest the children in the program - not over correct & overwhelm young children with discipline. I have had my 2 sons in Red Tiger Karate and they are currently Blue Belts & going strong. My boys are 6 & 8 yrs old. We have had a wonderful time working through the program & learning all the moves & history of Karate. We go to the Hedrick Elementary session with the Dunne family & they are just awesome instructors! Sensei Dunne & his 4 teenage children (2 black belts and 2 brown belts who have worked through this program) run the classes. They do an excellent job working with each child at whatever level that child is at. They keep the classes fun while teaching all the forms & details necessary for the children to understand the art of Karate & techniques of sparring. They are very encouraging & caring. We have lots of fun while learning. My boys are having a wonderful time in this program. Parents do need to understand that your child will progress based on their age. My 6 yr old does all the moves that my 8 yr old does but the 8 year old is clearly better at perfecting the moves & paying attention because of his age & physical ability, not the teachers. The Dunne family & everyone involved in the Red Tiger Karate program who have worked with our children are very patient, understand how much to expect from the kids based on their age & are completely encouraging with all the children. I come to the classes & spend the whole hour paying attention to my kids, video taping them & watching the other children & the instructors (I don't read a book, play on my iPhone or leave - I make a point of watching & learning along with my boys). So I have complete confidence in this program & these instructors. I have never seen them be rude or hard on the children. They are completely encouraging & fun. As for Mrs. Kyle, I have no idea what the other reviewer experienced, but I can't imagine her being rude. Last summer she helped out at Hedrick with our classes & I thought she did a wonderful job with the children. She was very patient, corrected stances & moves when needed & encouraged the children to do their best. One thing I love about this program on the young children level is that it is very encouraging. If you are looking for a quick Karate fix, this might not be it. But if your child wants to stick with it & go far, this program is the one to try. I find them completely encouraging & a wonderful way to build your child's confidence. The program is designed so the children can move through the program & build their confidence in their progress while keeping them involved for the proper time & training to work up to a black belt. The belt test are designed to test the children's progress but at the young age it is more about encouraging & teaching the children than grading them. This is a time to build interest & confidence that will help a child want to stick with it & really earn that black belt. Their website has very clear information about the program & how it will teach the children. Tournaments are absolutely delightful. Sensei Margach & all the instructors & students who work at the tournament are completely focused on making it a good experience for the children! Everyone cheers for the first & second place winners, everyone who competes gets a trophy & it is far more encouraged to have fun & do you best than to win. It is a completely positive & fun atmosphere. They are realistic about the expectations for young children & remind the parents that until the children are older it will look a lot more like flailing than perfect karate technique - that's part of the learning process. They also offer wonderful anti-bullying programs & events to help children & often teach an anti-bully technique in classes. They also offer a Ninja camp that is just fun! We went as a family to a one-day Ninja camp last summer and had a blast. We got the opportunity to learn and use most of the main Karate weapons and even break a board at the end! It was a wonderful time & we loved being a part of it. I highly recommend this program and these instructors! read more