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Bushido School of Karate

4.9 ★★★★★ 94 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Karate dojo Kids & teens Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • 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
  • 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) 893-6003

Hours

Monday 8 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 8 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 8 AM–8 PM
Thursday 8 AM–8 PM
Friday 8 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 Bushido School of Karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 24 mentions

“Awesome program for kinder-karate; teacher and assistant teachers are amazing, our kid loved it and loved to tell everyone about his karate class.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Self-defense is the absolute most important skill your daughter or son can possess these days.”

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🥋 Adult Karate

“Our family has been coming to Bill Taylor’s for several years, in both the children and adults programs.”

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

🥊 Kickboxing 2 mentions

“Last night I took the kickboxing class instructed by Jay.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Self-defense is the absolute most important skill your daughter or son can possess these days.”

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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 94 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 3 mentions

“I’ve gone to this establishment for years now, and I’ve grown so much because of these amazing teachers!”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“All the staff have been welcoming and friendly.”

friendly, respectful dojo 10 mentions

“Our family has been coming to Bill Taylor’s for several years, in both the children and adults programs.”

great workout & fitness 2 mentions

“You will sweat, but he helps with any modifications you need to keep your body moving.”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“Since coming to Karate my daughter has exhibited confidence, stays focused in school and many of times complemented by others for her manners and respect for others.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 11 mentions

“The program stresses the importance of manners, discipline, respect, following directions, exercise, teamwork, encouragement, hard work, consistency, focus, etc.”

From the reviews

Excellent program, instructors, and facility! Our 5 year old is currently in Kinder Karate. The program stresses the importance of manners, discipline, respect, following directions, exercise, teamwork, encouragement, hard work, consistency, focus, etc.

★★★★★ — Lexie, Aug 2019

I absolutely love this school! All of the instructors are amazing and my son loves it!

★★★★★ — Johndolyn, Dec 2024

Last night I took the kickboxing class instructed by Jay. I’m pretty out of shape, so I was a little nervous, but as soon as I entered the building I was greeted by very kind people who showed me where to go, and made me feel right at home. Jay’s class is great for beginners or experts!

★★★★★ — Natalie, Sep 2024

Awesome program for kinder-karate; teacher and assistant teachers are amazing, our kid loved it and loved to tell everyone about his karate class. Facility is great, Miss Miller is great with the kids, the sessions where more kids show up are great cuz they can play bigger games (ours loves dodgeball), and the…

★★★★★ — Ben, Jul 2025

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Your first Karate class at 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 Bushido School of Karate

1820 NW Broad St, Murfreesboro, TN37129

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