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Budokai Academy of Martial Arts Middletown
5 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Middletown, Ohio
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
- Weapons / kobudo traditional weapons (kobudo) classes — kata with the bo, sai, and nunchaku, taught with control and discipline
- 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 budokaiacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 513-433-1814
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–8:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12:15 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My children thoroughly enjoy going to classes; its one of the few places that we can get them out of the door ontime to go to.”
“She is in the little ninjas and loves all the running and the obstacle course every class, definitely let's her get some energy out.”
“Budokai has been an incredible experience for our teen daughter.”
“Awesome program for kids who are shy and need a little push like my kiddo when it comes to self defense against bullies.”
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“Awesome program for kids who are shy and need a little push like my kiddo when it comes to self defense against bullies.”
What students say
“The instructor(s) are great with the kids and take their time and have lots of patience.”
“Great place that is super welcoming to everyone!”
“If this doesn’t tell you how wonderful this family is at their trade, you need to stop in and see for yourself.”
“This place is great and my son absolutely loves it!”
“She has gained strength, discipline and confidence I never thought would come in such little time.”
From the reviews
My son is new and I can tell in 1 class he is going to love it here! Awesome people also great for all ages!
Budokai just opened their second location in West Chester. If this doesn’t tell you how wonderful this family is at their trade, you need to stop in and see for yourself. They have consistently gained more athletes from the very beginning.
My son love everything about BUDOKAI! They are very welcoming. Master Rj is very patient. My son does have a lot of questions and Master Rj does really pay attention to what his concerns are. Our first time going there they made us feel that we are already part of the family.
My kids started year and really loved it. They treat kids with disorders with patience. One of my children has ADHD, it was very difficult for me to maintain their attention in an activity for an extended amount of time.
Your first Karate class at Budokai Academy of Martial Arts Middletown
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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