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Capital Karate
5 ★★★★★ 200 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Columbia, South Carolina
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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 5) — 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 capitalkaratesc.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (803) 212-7111
Hours
| Monday | 1:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 1:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 1:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 1:30–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Capital Karate is great, their programs are fun for the kids and at the same time serious and disciplined in teaching the karate techniques.”
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What students say
“We have seen a huge improvement in respectful behaviors, confidence, and perseverance since my son began at Capital Karate!”
“Capital Karate is great, their programs are fun for the kids and at the same time serious and disciplined in teaching the karate techniques.”
“In addition to the exercise and the skill, my kids have gained a lot of discipline from working towards their karate goals.”
“We started our son at capital karate when he was 5 years old, he is almost 7 now and he grown immensely in his ability to focus and practicing skills.”
From the reviews
At first I was timid in this activity because he is special needs and has Down Syndrome. Enrolling my son into Capital Karate has been one of the greatest decisions his father and I ever made. The instructors are amazingly patient and work hand and hand with all students.
My son DJ(16) has been part of the Capital Karate Family for 11yrs now. We started off like many parents looking for somewhere to get out some energy for our little one. Somewhere to learn discipline and build some confidence. We also were looking for a safe space for him as he has special medical needs.
The Johnson Family LOVES Capital Karate! We moved to the area two years ago and enrolled our oldest (then 5) in karate to help him get acclimated to the area and meet some new friends.
Capital Karate is great, their programs are fun for the kids and at the same time serious and disciplined in teaching the karate techniques. All staff is very friendly, respectful and always ready to solve any question you may have.
Your first Karate class at Capital 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.
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