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Brian Chewning’s GetRaw Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Lexington, Kentucky

Kids & teens Competition team

Plan your first class

  • 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
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  • Website & schedule brianchewningtkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (859) 223-2842

Hours

Monday 12–8 PM
Tuesday 12–8 PM
Wednesday 2–8 PM
Thursday 2–8 PM
Friday 2–8 PM
Saturday Closed
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 Brian Chewning’s GetRaw Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 20 mentions

“The friendly instructors and students have increased the confidence of my son who has struggled at other athletic activities.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Students learn valuable self-defense skills as well as critical values such as honor, respect, and perseverance.”

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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 Brian Chewning’s GetRaw Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🦵 Taekwondo 8 mentions

“Master Chewning has positively impacted so many students over his 20+ years as a teacher of TaeKwonDo!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Students learn valuable self-defense skills as well as critical values such as honor, respect, and perseverance.”

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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 30 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 15 mentions

“This is a very family-oriented atmosphere and I write this review without hesitation as a recommendation for anyone considering this for their own martial arts journey.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“We want our kids to excel and do what they love without limits, but we are so much more interested in their moral and spiritual growth.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 15 mentions

“Master Chewning’s facility is family centered where the skill of martial arts is coupled with leadership, respect, courage and discipline.”

From the reviews

Don't look anywhere else. You will find more than amazing Martial Arts instruction here. You will find true mentors for your children and entire family in Master Chewning and his incredible staff.

★★★★★ — Laura, Apr 2019

Four years ago, I brought in my 10 yr old daughter who was, at the time, struggling with low muscle tone (strength) and self-esteem. Fast forward four years. She is now a 2nd degree level 1 black belt who smashes wood. 😂 Her confidence has soared.

★★★★★ — Deah, Apr 2019

Master Chewning and his team of instructors have really challenged our daughters in their martial arts journey. We came to Get RAW from another dojang in Lexington in January 2020 and haven't regretted that decision even through pandemic induced alterations.

★★★★★ — Drew, Jun 2020

Words cannot describe what Master Chewning and his academy mean for my family. We were introduced by a classmate's birthday party and have been "hooked' ever since. My kids are getting life lessons, not just physical activity and self defense classes.

★★★★★ — Olivia, Feb 2016

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Your first Karate class at Brian Chewning’s GetRaw 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.

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 Brian Chewning’s GetRaw Martial Arts

3323 Partner Pl Ste 16, Lexington, KY40503

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