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Conrad Jones Karate
5 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Franklin, Tennessee
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
- 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
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Weapons / kobudo traditional weapons (kobudo) classes — kata with the bo, sai, and nunchaku, taught with control and discipline
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule conradjoneskarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 615-212-8261
Hours
| Monday | 4–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–7 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 11 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We first found Conrad Jones through his visits to my son's daycare, and we appreciated how active the class was but also how much focus there is on character-building and respect.”
“Self defense, self control, and respect plus a great physical and mental work out.”
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“Self defense, self control, and respect plus a great physical and mental work out.”
What students say
“I am a 2nd Dan Black belt, my oldest son is a 1st Dan Black belt.”
“We thoroughly enjoy being a part of the Conrad Jones Karate family and highly recommend it to everyone!”
“We first found Conrad Jones through his visits to my son's daycare, and we appreciated how active the class was but also how much focus there is on character-building and respect.”
From the reviews
Conrad Jones runs a fantastic business! I began karate with him when I was ten, received my black belt a few years later, and continued on to help teach and further my practice until I moved away when I was 18. Conrad Jones gave me the tools I needed to become confident and well prepared in so many aspects of my life.
My eldest son started karate with Mr Jones in the 1980s. Later, in the 90s his brother, sister, and myself began taking as well. We as a family have remained close to Mr Jones for over 30 years.
Conrad and Lani are exceptional teachers and leaders in our community. Their philosophy is so much more than karate itself. They promote a healthy lifestyle for children and adults. Their approach reinforces everything parents want their children to learn - respect, confidence, and patience.
Conrad Jones Karate is excellent! My son started with Mr. Jones at age 4 and received his black belt when he was 11 years old. Mr. Jones does not just "give" a black belt for just showing up, one is required to do the work. Karate has been a great experience for him.
New to Karate? Start at Conrad Jones Karate
Conrad Jones Karate comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a dojo, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and the sensei scales the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable dojos build fundamentals (stances, blocks, punches, and kicks) for weeks, and kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, with pads and control. Third, all levels and ages really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Karate class at Conrad Jones 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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