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Charles Water Karate & Fitness, Inc

4.9 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Williston Park, New York

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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 (ages 3–16) — 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 charleswaterkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 516-742-1770

Hours

Monday 8 am–8 pm
Tuesday 8 am–8 pm
Wednesday 8 am–8 pm
Thursday 8 am–8 pm
Friday 8 am–8 pm
Saturday 8 am–8 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 Charles Water Karate & Fitness, Inc, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 26 mentions

“I am 65 years old and I can say without hesitation that the decision I made to have my son and I become members of the Charles Water family is one of the best decisions of my life.”

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🥊 Kumite / Sparring

“Yes, you learn all the karate strikes, sparring techniques and impressive looking combinations and moves from one of the top teachers in the country and his staff.”

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🥋 Adult Karate

“This is a great place for now even kids also good for adults.”

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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 Charles Water Karate & Fitness, Inc — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

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 58 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 12 mentions

“He broke down techniques and concepts so I could easily understand them and he did it in the most friendly and efficient manner.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 3 mentions

“Yes, they learn the basics of karate and have the ability to grow in that field, but more importantly it instills core values and strengths that go far beyond karate.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“I believe in what they are doing and thank them for helping us parents raise our children to be independent, responsible, disciplined good citizens.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 34 mentions

“The instructors are truly amazing — they not only teach martial arts, but also instill valuable life lessons like discipline, respect, and confidence.”

From the reviews

My son has been attending Charles Water Karate & Fitness Studio for almost two years now, and I couldn’t be more impressed. The instructors are truly amazing — they not only teach martial arts, but also instill valuable life lessons like discipline, respect, and confidence.

★★★★★ — Matthew, Jul 2025

I had a chance to train with the founder and owner, Charles Water and I was blown away by his class. He broke down techniques and concepts so I could easily understand them and he did it in the most friendly and efficient manner. I highly recommend this school for anyone looking to get started in the martial arts.

★★★★★ — Nakapan, Aug 2025

We love Charles Water Karate & Fitness! The masters and staff are so supportive and welcoming. They take pride in the growth and development of the children. We can’t wait to see our daughter continue to learn and grow her karate skills!

★★★★★ — Stephanie, Oct 2023

Highly recommend Charles Waters Karate! Professor Waters is a knowledgeable and caring instructor who’s mission is to give students of all the ages all the benefits martial arts!

★★★★★ — Garden, Aug 2025

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Your first Karate class at Charles Water Karate & Fitness, Inc

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 Charles Water Karate & Fitness, Inc

122 Hillside Ave., Williston Park, NY11596

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