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Austin Karate Center
4.9 ★★★★★ 42 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Austin, Texas
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
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule austinkaratecenter.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (512) 369-9814
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“His ability to communicate to children and impart not only impeccable karate skills, but important life lessons is like nothing I have ever seen.”
“He is encouraging the same way through kids to adult classes.”
“On to the adults: If you're an adult who is thinking about starting or continuing karate instruction, or someone interested in kickboxing and self-defense, this is your place.”
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“On to the adults: If you're an adult who is thinking about starting or continuing karate instruction, or someone interested in kickboxing and self-defense, this is your place.”
“On to the adults: If you're an adult who is thinking about starting or continuing karate instruction, or someone interested in kickboxing and self-defense, this is your place.”
What students say
“Master Nelson is amazing at what he does, and has trained a fantastic team as well!”
“My family joined Austin Karate Center to introduce my young daughter to Karate, and I ended up signing up for classes myself because I enjoyed it so much when I was younger.”
“My kids love going to the Dojo. They love karate, and I have seen rise in confidence in both of them.”
“Master Nelson is not only a teacher, but also a world class student and competetior of his craft.”
“It stands out as one of the few schools in Austin that teaches the traditional Okinawa Goju Ryu style of karate.”
“He is masterful in his ability to be fun with the kids (and funny), while maintaining structure, accountability, respect and confidence building.”
From the reviews
Master Nathaniel is without a doubt, the real deal. What do I mean by this? Firstly, and most importantly, he is an amazing human being, full of positivity, friendship, mentorship, leadership, values, and excellence.
I figured when I signed up to take Karate that I'd just learn how to defend myself but after a year I've received so much more than that that I didn't expect. After being a successful business owner for over 10 years, I'm learning new levels of confidence that I didn't know was missing.
Absolutely! Here's a revised review for Austin Karate Center: --- I cannot recommend Austin Karate Center highly enough! It stands out as one of the few schools in Austin that teaches the traditional Okinawa Goju Ryu style of karate.
I met Master Nathaniel when looking for a martial arts school for my kiddos. After meeting him, I knew I found the right place. He is talented, no doubt, his credentials are extremely impressive. But what stood out for me, as a mother, is his genuine enthusiasm for teaching kids.
Your first Karate class at Austin Karate Center
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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