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DOCS Karate

4.8 ★★★★★ 29 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Spring Valley, California

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  • 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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
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  • Phone +1 619-830-0334

Hours

Monday 4–7:30 pm
Tuesday 10:30 am–7:30 pm
Wednesday 4–7:30 pm
Thursday 10:30 am–7:30 pm
Friday 4–7:30 pm
Saturday 10:30 am–7:30 pm
Sunday 10:30 am–3 pm

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 DOCS Karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 11 mentions

“Absolutely love this class my daughter is dealing with serious emotional issues after the death of her dad and this has given her a healthy out let”

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👤 Private Lessons

“One on one attention for those who are new or struggling with confidence.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“As a 58 yr old beginner, they have helped me build confidence, flexibility, strength, fitness level, endurance, mental fortitude, self defense, and patience.”

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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 DOCS Karate — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🦵 Taekwondo

“I would definitely recommend this school if you're looking for Karate, Judo, jujitsu, taekwondo, yoga, stretching, massages, self defense etc.”

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🤼 Judo

“I would definitely recommend this school if you're looking for Karate, Judo, jujitsu, taekwondo, yoga, stretching, massages, self defense etc.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“As a 58 yr old beginner, they have helped me build confidence, flexibility, strength, fitness level, endurance, mental fortitude, self defense, and patience.”

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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 29 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 2 mentions

“Master Atchison is very knowledgeable and cares deeply for all his students.”

friendly, respectful dojo 11 mentions

“DOCS Karate is more than a martial arts school, they treat you like you are part of their family.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 3 mentions

“Various techniques, yoga, flexibility, walking, bands, using bodyweight, posture correction, massages.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“DOCS Karate is a wonderful place if you want your kids to be disciplined and successful in martial arts.”

💵 good value / fair pricing 2 mentions

“I love that they're flexible with the schedule, affordable and overall a great place for my kids to learn martial arts.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 3 mentions

“As a 58 yr old beginner, they have helped me build confidence, flexibility, strength, fitness level, endurance, mental fortitude, self defense, and patience.”

From the reviews

DOCS Karate is more than a martial arts school, they treat you like you are part of their family. As a 58 yr old beginner, they have helped me build confidence, flexibility, strength, fitness level, endurance, mental fortitude, self defense, and patience.

★★★★★ — Annette, Sep 2024

This place fits our family's needs. Family oriented for kids and adults. Sensei Donald is very knowledgeable and patient even with young children. I appreciate the skill set and morals this place instills in their students.

★★★★★ — J, Jul 2025

DOCS is a family oriented facility with a wide variety of clients both younger and older. One on one attention for those who are new or struggling with confidence. The owner and his wife both have the passion for uplifting the community.

★★★★★ — Telicia, Sep 2024

DOCS Karate is a wonderful place if you want your kids to be disciplined and successful in martial arts. My two kids have been training with Master Donald and Sensei Jamar for almost eight years.

★★★★★ — Ana, Oct 2024

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Your first Karate class at DOCS 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.

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 DOCS Karate

9563 Jamacha Blvd, Spring Valley, CA91977

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