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Bears Karate International

5 ★★★★★ 11 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Laredo, Texas

Karate dojo Free trial Kids & teens Competition team

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
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
  • Website & schedule bearskarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 956-319-5442

The classes they run

Karate classes on the schedule at Bears Karate International, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 11 mentions

“My daughter has attended the Saturday classes and summer camps and she really enjoys the instructors, students, and atmosphere.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Bears has the best instructors and not only have they taught my son self defense skills but also discipline and respect.”

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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 Bears Karate International — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Bears has the best instructors and not only have they taught my son self defense skills but also discipline and respect.”

Other dojos that also teach self-defense →

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 11 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 2 mentions

“Bears has the best instructors and not only have they taught my son self defense skills but also discipline and respect.”

friendly, respectful dojo 4 mentions

“Their social skills have improved tremendously, they are courteous respectful, and more assertive.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 12 mentions

“Bears has the best instructors and not only have they taught my son self defense skills but also discipline and respect.”

From the reviews

Great karate school. Son has been attending for 2 years. Teaches not only karate, but respect, discipline, and responsibility. My daughter has attended the Saturday classes and summer camps and she really enjoys the instructors, students, and atmosphere. This school has also helped build character and confidence.

★★★★★ — Alonzo, Jun 2024

Great experience with Bears Karate. My son has only been attending for 5 months and we already noticed the difference in discipline. They don't only teach Karate but character, structure and respect for others.

★★★★★ — Hugo, Dec 2025

My two boys started attending Bears Karate International almost two years ago. They both love their sensies, and their peers and have grown so much in the sport in such little time. Their social skills have improved tremendously, they are courteous respectful, and more assertive.

★★★★★ — Viridiana, Jun 2024

Every single Sensei is incredible!!! They all push the kids to do their absolute best. They care so much for all the kids (regardless of age), and you can see the respect the kids have for every Sensei!!! I highly recommend Bears Karate for anybody, child or adult!!!!!

★★★★★ — Sarah, Jun 2024

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Your first Karate class at Bears Karate International

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 Bears Karate International

2414 Jacaman Rd, Laredo, TX78041

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