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Anderson Karate

5 ★★★★★ 10 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Cincinnati, Ohio

Karate dojo Affiliated Kids & teens

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

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • 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 andersonkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 513-233-3656

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 5–8:30 pm
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 5–8:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 9–10:30 am
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 Anderson Karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 2 mentions

“Anderson Karate is a great club that teaches children and adults in the art of Shotokan Karate.”

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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 Anderson Karate — 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 10 Google reviews — in their own words.

builds confidence, discipline & respect 2 mentions

“Not only has it helped with overall fitness, coordination, and muscle control but he has learned focus, self control, and confidence.”

From the reviews

An extremely dedicated staff who makes learning fun for the students! They help each student reach their highest potential. The skills they teach in the class help both with karate and in other endeavors they take part in. We love Anderson Karate!

★★★★★ — Kristen, Aug 2024

Anderson Karate is a great club that teaches children and adults in the art of Shotokan Karate.

★★★★★ — Jeff, Jan 2017

Would give more than five stars if I could. The expertise and camaraderie to be found at this dojo are second to none. Anyone, regardless of where they are on their martial arts journey, will doubtless improve by training at Anderson Karate.

★★★★★ — Anthony, Nov 2023

Anderson Karate is hands down the most professional and quality karate training I have ever had. Love this place!

★★★★★ — Sean, Dec 2021

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Your first Karate class at Anderson Karate

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 Anderson Karate

8119 Clough Pike, Cincinnati, OH45244

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