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Adams’ MMA – Self Defense & Martial Art & Karate s
5 ★★★★★ 12 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Surfside Beach, South Carolina
Affiliated dojo — reviews and the dojo's own info point to a recognized Karate style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Goju-Ryu, Isshinryu, Tiger Schulmann's or Villari's). If lineage matters to you, ask which style and organization the dojo belongs to, and under whom the head sensei earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Free trial / intro class most dojos welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Membership memberships around $125/mo — many dojos also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-student rates
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 5–13) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's Karate classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule adamsmma.net — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 843-315-5051
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Brian interacts extremely well with all in attendance especially young children and teenagers providing instruction that is easy to understand and follow.”
“As someone who has never done anything like this before, he has spent a great deal of time teaching us not just how to do the moves, but also how to do them right.”
“(I took the Women's Self Defense class= all instructors were fantastic.”
“Brian Adam's is very knowledgeable, not just in MMA/self defense, but in all aspects of becoming the best version of yourself, from nutrition to mental readiness to actual combat.”
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“Brian Adam's is very knowledgeable, not just in MMA/self defense, but in all aspects of becoming the best version of yourself, from nutrition to mental readiness to actual combat.”
“Brian Adam's is very knowledgeable, not just in MMA/self defense, but in all aspects of becoming the best version of yourself, from nutrition to mental readiness to actual combat.”
What students say
“Brian is a great teacher!”
“(I took the Women's Self Defense class= all instructors were fantastic.”
“Attending Adams MMA is definitely a positive experience in body, mind, soul, discipline, nutrition and Self Defense for all ages Pre School to Senior Citizens.”
From the reviews
I’ve known Brian Adams through the Kajukenbo community for years, and I can confidently say he brings both authenticity and real-world experience to his martial arts school.
My child is learning so much at Adams' MMA and Brian spends quality time with his students to make sure each is grasping the skills being taught. I really like that they put into practice what they've learned at the end of each class! They walk away knowing how to respond to real world scenarios.
I have known Brian Adams for 20 years. I trained with him after trying other disciplines Kajukenbo is the real mixed martial art. Brian an amazing martial artist and trainer. I’d give him 10 stars if possible.
Brian Adam's is very knowledgeable, not just in MMA/self defense, but in all aspects of becoming the best version of yourself, from nutrition to mental readiness to actual combat.
New to Karate? Start at Adams’ MMA – Self Defense & Martial Art & Karate s
Adams’ MMA – Self Defense & Martial Art & Karate s comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a dojo, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and the sensei scales the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable dojos build fundamentals (stances, blocks, punches, and kicks) for weeks, and kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, with pads and control. Third, all levels and ages really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Karate class at Adams’ MMA – Self Defense & Martial Art & Karate s
Nervous about walking into a Karate dojo for the first time? Almost everyone is, and a good sensei expects beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic stances, blocks, punches, and kicks — not hard sparring. Step to the side whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot. What to bring: water, and a mouthguard if you have one — many dojos lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi and the belt your dojo awards you. Kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the sensei. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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