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American Karate Studios

4.4 ★★★★☆ 20 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Columbiana, Ohio

Karate dojo Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team

Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
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  • Website & schedule americankarateboardman.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 330-967-0525

Hours

Monday 5–8 pm
Tuesday 5–8 pm
Wednesday 5–8 pm
Thursday 5–8 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 10 am–12 pm
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 American Karate Studios, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 19 mentions

“My son used to go to another studio, and without downing that studio, I have to say that this studio has been a Godsend to not only our son, but our family as well.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“I contacted Angel and Deven, shortly after he did a private lesson with them.”

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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 American Karate Studios — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

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 20 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 6 mentions

“My son used to go to another studio, and without downing that studio, I have to say that this studio has been a Godsend to not only our son, but our family as well.”

active competition / tournament team 3 mentions

“Back in March 2022, American Karate Studios host a tournament called March Madness and that’s where it became evident that was the studio my son was meant to be in.”

traditional style & affiliation 2 mentions

“Truly a great experience and highly recommend them to anyone who wants to learn Kenpo Karate.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 7 mentions

“They’re all super patient, kind, nurturing to all the kids, honest, respectful and anything I looked for or expected in someone as a leader for my son.”

From the reviews

This studio is the gold standard in karate teachings in the tri-county area. My son had been a student at one of the other area schools for years where you pay ridiculous fees to learn a few basic moves over and over, never really learning the art of self defense. With American Karate, you learn everything.

★★★★★ — Diana, Sep 2018

For starters, coming to American Karate Studios was THE BEST choice I could have made for my son. My son had started karate when he was 5 years old at another facility. We were so new to the extra circular activities and didn’t know the ins and outs but wanted him to be active in something.

★★★★★ — Rebecca, Jan 2023

My son used to go to another studio, and without downing that studio, I have to say that this studio has been a Godsend to not only our son, but our family as well.

★★★★★ — Th3Don12Tm, Jan 2023

After going to a different karate school for 3 years, I switched to American Karate. I have to say, it was the best decision. They go above and beyond for their students, and I have not once had a bad experience with them. If someone wanted to start their karate journey, I would 100% point them here.

★★★★★ — Vincent, Mar 2023

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Your first Karate class at American Karate Studios

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 American Karate Studios

14415 South Ave, Columbiana, OH44408

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