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(AFMA) American Fitness and Martial Arts Pasadena

4.7 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Pasadena, Texas

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Hours

Monday 4:30–8 pm
Tuesday 4:30–8 pm
Wednesday 4:30–8 pm
Thursday 4:30–8 pm
Friday 4:30–8 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, belt tests, and seminars — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Karate classes on the schedule at (AFMA) American Fitness and Martial Arts Pasadena, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 3 mentions

“He was very patient with the kids and taught them some lessons that will stick with them for a long time.”

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Other martial arts here

Karate dojos are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at (AFMA) American Fitness and Martial Arts Pasadena — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🥊 Kickboxing 2 mentions

“Awesome place for Kickboxing, and Hapkido.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the dojo's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want taekwondo, jiu-jitsu, or kickboxing alongside your Karate, confirm the current schedule with the dojo.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 15 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 7 mentions

“Sensei Butcher is an amazing instructor and my kids have learned a lot!”

From the reviews

I am very well pleased having my 6 y/o son at American Fitness and Martial Arts. I was a bit hesitant at first putting him in martial arts class due to his age. However, in just 2 months of participating in Sensei Butcher’s class he has gained discipline and perseverance.

★★★★★ — M, Dec 2024

Clayton is an excellent teacher and knows what he's doing. He teaches a functional form of martial arts (combat hapkido) that he has learned over his military career. No belts or breaking boards, just useful real world tools to keep yourself safe, stop a threat, and get home to your family.

★★★★★ — Preston, Jul 2020

Awesome place for Kickboxing, and Hapkido. I have taken both classes with Clay and it has been an amazing experience!

★★★★★ — Mckinley, Dec 2019

My kids (8 & 7) have been going here for over 2 years and I couldn't be more pleased! Sensei Butcher is an amazing instructor and my kids have learned a lot! They are always happy to go. God willing they will get their black belts one day! Highly recommend!!!

★★★★★ — Emmy, Dec 2024

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Your first Karate class at (AFMA) American Fitness and Martial Arts Pasadena

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.

Karate is a contact sport. Ease in, train within your limits, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find (AFMA) American Fitness and Martial Arts Pasadena

Burke Square Professional Building, 3222 Burke Rd #103, Pasadena, TX77504

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