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Champions Karate & Fitness

4.6 ★★★★★ 34 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Cordova, Tennessee

Karate dojo 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
  • Website & schedule championskarate.org — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 901-283-3737

The classes they run

Karate classes on the schedule at Champions Karate & Fitness, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 12 mentions

“My son started here with absolutely no experience, and through years of consistent training, mentorship, and encouragement, he grew not only in skill but in character.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Classes teach self discipline, self defense and have made me a better person all around.”

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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 Champions Karate & Fitness — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Classes teach self discipline, self defense and have made me a better person all around.”

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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 34 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 6 mentions

“At 46 almost 47 years Old the training and classes have not only got me in great shape but also I’m learning and Training with what I would proudly say the best instructors.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“My son started here with absolutely no experience, and through years of consistent training, mentorship, and encouragement, he grew not only in skill but in character.”

friendly, respectful dojo 8 mentions

“The skills she learned from Shihan Josh Abbott were not only helping her in the dojo, but also in her school work, family and life overall.”

great workout & fitness 2 mentions

“At 46 almost 47 years Old the training and classes have not only got me in great shape but also I’m learning and Training with what I would proudly say the best instructors.”

active competition / tournament team 7 mentions

“What’s even better than a Gold medal, is the character development that I have seen grow in my children through the years.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 11 mentions

“They have overcome social difficulties, built personal confidence, worked through inner struggles due to the skills they have developed through training.”

From the reviews

I started taking from Sensei Josh and Sensei Caleb about eight months ago when a good friend recommended Champions Karate for my son. At 46 almost 47 years Old the training and classes have not only got me in great shape but also I’m learning and Training with what I would proudly say the best instructors.

★★★★★ — Brad, Aug 2021

Shihon Abbott and his staff are all skilled instructors. They teach with their hearts and souls! Their love of Karate and it’s tenants shows in everything they do. I would highly recommend checking out a class. You won’t be disappointed!

★★★★★ — Pro, Nov 2021

One of the best places to train at around town. Very knowledgeable teachers. Wonderful family environment. I cannot say enough good things about champions karate.

★★★★★ — Josh, Jan 2026

Champions Karate has been the absolute best program for our family! Every instructor has poured their heart into teaching my children. We started training when they were 6/7 years old and now they are winning on a national level.

★★★★★ — Kimberly, Jan 2026

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Your first Karate class at Champions Karate & Fitness

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 Champions Karate & Fitness

890 Willow Tree Cir, Cordova, TN38018

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