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Bill Taylor's Bushido School of Karate

4.9 ★★★★★ 83 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Karate dojo Kids & teens

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 bskonline.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (615) 890-6755

Hours

Monday 10:30 AM–7 PM
Tuesday 10:30 AM–7 PM
Wednesday 10:30 AM–7 PM
Thursday 10:30 AM–7 PM
Friday 10:30 AM–7 PM
Saturday 10 AM–1 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 Bill Taylor's Bushido School of Karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 16 mentions

“The instructors genuinely care for the students here and are vested in not just their physical abilities but also in who our kids are as individuals.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Besides learning practical self-defense skills, my children learned confidence, discipline, respect, and focus.”

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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 Bill Taylor's Bushido School of Karate — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🥊 Kickboxing 9 mentions

“I’m part of the cardio kickboxing and the music and vibes are ON POINT🙌 Would recommend for people who want to get a workout and get some laughs as well.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Besides learning practical self-defense skills, my children learned confidence, discipline, respect, and focus.”

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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 83 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 5 mentions

“The classes with Coach Vinny intentional and organized and challenging with constant attention to detail from a knowledgeable coach.”

friendly, respectful dojo 8 mentions

“She goes out of her way to build a strong, supportive community where everyone feels welcomed and valued, not just another person in the class.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“The classes with Coach Vinny intentional and organized and challenging with constant attention to detail from a knowledgeable coach.”

great workout & fitness 8 mentions

“I’m part of the cardio kickboxing and the music and vibes are ON POINT🙌 Would recommend for people who want to get a workout and get some laughs as well.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“Besides learning practical self-defense skills, my children learned confidence, discipline, respect, and focus.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 22 mentions

“They have developed so much self-confidence over the time we have spent so far and are learning life-long lessons regarding hard work, respect, and committment.”

From the reviews

My son absolutely loves this karate school! Every time he goes, I can see how much he enjoys being there. The instructors are amazing at keeping him both challenged and encouraged. I’ve noticed his confidence growing, and he’s learning not just karate, but also discipline and respect.

★★★★★ — Summer, Sep 2025

We have been coming to Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate for almost 10 years, can not say enough good things about the school and their instructors. As a sport it has been great for our boys both physically and mentally, but the whole experience has been so much more than that for them.

★★★★★ — Melissa, Oct 2024

I’ve been training at Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate since 2009. My kids started during a summer program. At the end of the summer, when I asked my daughter if she wanted to continue, she said, “Only if you do it with me Daddy”.

★★★★★ — Michael, Nov 2024

If you’re looking for a martial arts school then Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate is the place you’re looking for. We started our son around 5 years ago and now all 5 of our children attend. It’s like we’re part of a family and they genuinely care about their students.

★★★★★ — Lisa, Oct 2024

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Your first Karate class at Bill Taylor's Bushido School of 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 Bill Taylor's Bushido School of Karate

1911 Business Campus Dr, Murfreesboro, TN37130

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