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Central Karate LA, LLC

4.6 ★★★★★ 10 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Karate dojo Kids & teens

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — 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
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  • Website & schedule centralkaratela.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 225-261-6326

Hours

Monday 5–9 pm
Tuesday 5–9 pm
Wednesday 5–9 pm
Thursday 5–9 pm
Friday 5–9 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 Central Karate LA, LLC, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 7 mentions

“The instructors, Lauren and Sean Kennedy, are not only great with the kids but they are fun to be around as well.”

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🐉 Little Dragons

“My 4 year old looks forward to going to little ninjas class every week.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 10 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 4 mentions

“The instructors and other students are always supportive, encouraging, and eager to help each other improve.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 8 mentions

“They have taught him so much more than just kicking and punching, they teach respect, self control, and discipline but in such a fun environment that he loves going.”

From the reviews

I have been training at Central Karate LA for the past six months, and I am incredibly impressed with this school. The instructors are highly skilled and knowledgeable, and they provide clear, detailed instruction that has helped me to make significant progress in my training.

★★★★★ — 1Racr, Feb 2023

I wasn't quite sure what to think about my special needs son joining karate. I had heard that martial arts would be good for him, but would Tang Soo Do be the right one. Ten months later I can say for certain that it was! His core strength has improved tremendously.

★★★★★ — Colleen, Oct 2017

My Son and I have been training here for 2 1/2 years. Great friendly place. Helping kids build confidence, discipline and respect. Awesome for Adults as well. Couldn't imagine being anywhere else but with my Tang Soo Do Family. TANG SOO!!!!

★★★★★ — Joseph, Oct 2017

My son has been attending Central Karate for over a year and we love it. It is like family and I love the instructors. They have taught him so much more than just kicking and punching, they teach respect, self control, and discipline but in such a fun environment that he loves going. Tang Soo Do

★★★★★ — Tricia, Oct 2017

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Your first Karate class at Central Karate LA, LLC

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 Central Karate LA, LLC

8857 Sullivan Rd Ste D, Baton Rouge, LA70818

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