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Black Knight Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Atlanta, Georgia
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
- 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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule blackknight.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (678) 855-6999
Hours
| Monday | 4–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–7 PM |
| Thursday | 4–7 PM |
| Friday | 6:30–7:30 AM, 5–6 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–1:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Both of my kids have attended Black Knight regularly for the past couple of years and it has been a positive experience that I would definitely recommend to other parents.”
“Master Nils is very friendly, and even allowed us to host a birthday party there with a private lesson.”
“It's a great, fun way for kids to build skills in discipline, exercise, and self defense in a structured environment.”
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“It's a great, fun way for kids to build skills in discipline, exercise, and self defense in a structured environment.”
What students say
“The staff is all very friendly and personable, and they recognize that each student is different, has different needs, and is motivated differently.”
“I wish they had a new comers orientation to help understand the fundamentals and why we do a lot of the traditional things we do in class.”
“Black Knight's hapkido program has been an amazing experience for my son. He has learned discipline and the ability to work hard to achieve his goals.”
“Facilities are very clean, classes are fun and challenging, the instructors are approachable and very willing to share their knowledge, and my classmates are helpful and energetic.”
“Nils Onsager has established a culture focused on self-awareness and improvement that is reflected in every class and extends into our daily lives.”
From the reviews
Black Knight is the Martial Arts School that I didn’t know I needed and am extremely glad that I found. Nils Onsager has established a culture focused on self-awareness and improvement that is reflected in every class and extends into our daily lives.
I first walked into a Hapkido class sixteen years ago with no prior martial art experience. The main reason I have kept coming back to class and training is because of the fantastic culture that Grand Master Nils Onsager established at Black Knight Martial Arts.
My 10 year old daughter absolutely loves learning Hapkido at Black Knight Martial Arts. For several years, she had been resistant to the idea of learning karate, but she fell in love with the instruction, especially since she's discovered friends among the other girls in her classes.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! Black Knight is an amazing resource for parents seeking martial arts training for their children. Mr. Hung is such a great instructor, very patient and he explains the moves in ways the young ones can understand.
Your first Karate class at Black Knight Martial Arts
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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