I looked around at a number of schools in the area for my son. I wanted to enroll him in karate not…read moreto teach him to fight, but because I wanted him to learn self control, community, respect, and also to help him with his strength, especially in his core. My son is special needs and started at age 6. The Sabumnim there realized pretty quickly that a full class setting wasn't a good fit for him. So they sat down with us and rather than say "we can't do this" like so many places had in the past, he said "I think he would do better in private lessons for a while." WOW. So we did that. Still very reasonable in price, but it allowed my kiddo to learn in a setting that was appropriate for him. We did that for 2 years until the instructors invited him into class. Now at age nine, he is almost ready to move up to the bigger kids classes and start the full belt path. The kindness, the patience that the entire Karate Workshop family has is amazing. They understand his issues, but they don't bow to them. He is accommodated to a point, but if his behavior is out of bounds, they call him on it and there are appropriate steps taken to work past it. They don't do the "every six months or weeks you move up a belt" thing here. If you are looking for them to give you a belt rank just for showing up, this isn't the school for you. You or your child have to work to earn it. When you get those stripes and ranks, it's because you deserve to have it. You can actually do what is expected at that level. They also make sure they build community there. All of us feel it, feel welcome and like we matter. We use each others services and promote each other's companies and work. It's a pretty amazing place all around.

We love Karate Works! My daughter has been there for two years and she has learned so much. They…read morefocus on karate skills and character building. They teach self control and bravery. We've been so impressed with the instructors and how much they care about us as a family. If you are looking for a karate studio this is a great place to be!

I was a member of this excellent dojo for a year before (pre-existing) knee and hip problems caused…read moreme to step away. I miss this group, the effective and student-centered teaching, the balance between discipline and encouragement, and the incredibly friendly atmosphere. If you are looking for a place to truly teach you karate, help you develop focus, and build real friendships, TIKA is your place. Affordable and flexible programs are there for any age group.

This is an amazing family, friendly Academy, and our boys love karate so much. And they've done so…read morewell and just over a half year.

Family center with a great way of teaching self defense and fighting…read more Fitness classes give results while being fun.

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I love this academy. Due to my schedule my son can no longer attend but as soon as things calm down…read morewe will be back! They are patient and really care. My son had to miss class and they even called to make sure he was doing alright. My son is a bit shy and he started to come out of his shell.

A great dojo for both kids and adults alike that teaches traditional Okinowan Karate with a focus…read moreon both physical and character development. I have a 7 year old and 15 year old that attend the Kai as do I. I have spent 23 years studying Isshin-Ryu and this Dojo has got it right. There are a very large number of black belts who have been rigorously tested to ensure they are fully knowledgeable in the art which translates to students getting the expert personal attention needed to progress in their development. The Kai and this dojo are run by Soke Kristensen who is a 10th degree black belt and both a World Martial Arts and Isshin-Ryu Hall of Fame inductee.