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Doyle's American Karate Academy

5 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Mentor, Ohio

Karate dojo Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • 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
  • Website & schedule akakenpo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 440-255-6697

The classes they run

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

🧒 Kids Karate 13 mentions

“Your options of Kenpo Karate for adults and kids as well as Kali plus kick boxing classes and Yoga makes this a one stop shop for your needs.”

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🥋 Adult Karate 2 mentions

“Your options of Kenpo Karate for adults and kids as well as Kali plus kick boxing classes and Yoga makes this a one stop shop for your needs.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Doyle's a short time but already see positive results in weight loss, exercise stamina, and physical balance on the mat while learning real world self defence techniques.”

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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 Doyle's American Karate Academy — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🥊 Kickboxing 3 mentions

“Your options of Kenpo Karate for adults and kids as well as Kali plus kick boxing classes and Yoga makes this a one stop shop for your needs.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Doyle's a short time but already see positive results in weight loss, exercise stamina, and physical balance on the mat while learning real world self defence techniques.”

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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 27 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 6 mentions

“I am so happy that our family had joined Doyle's American Karate Academy.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 4 mentions

“Doyle's a short time but already see positive results in weight loss, exercise stamina, and physical balance on the mat while learning real world self defence techniques.”

traditional style & affiliation 2 mentions

“Your options of Kenpo Karate for adults and kids as well as Kali plus kick boxing classes and Yoga makes this a one stop shop for your needs.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 4 mentions

“Along with Karate and an overall fun experience, this is a great class for the kids to exercise discipline, self control, patience, and memorization.”

From the reviews

Doyle's is the perfect place for everyone to learn self defense and get into shape. Your options of Kenpo Karate for adults and kids as well as Kali plus kick boxing classes and Yoga makes this a one stop shop for your needs. Mr.

★★★★★ — Tony, Jan 2019

I've got a 4, 6, and 8 year in Mr Doyle's class. We've been going twice a week for almost 3 months. The kids look forward to it each time. Along with Karate and an overall fun experience, this is a great class for the kids to exercise discipline, self control, patience, and memorization.

★★★★★ — Neal, Jun 2025

I love the way he handles the kids. He doesn't let them get away with anything and he does it all positively and with humor. I would highly recommend!

★★★★★ — Jackie, May 2023

I am so happy that our family had joined Doyle's American Karate Academy. There is a very special atmosphere, everything feels right. We stopped to check for the classes for our daughter and suddenly the whole family signed up for a whole year. Mr.

★★★★★ — Svetlana, Sep 2024

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Your first Karate class at Doyle's American Karate Academy

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 Doyle's American Karate Academy

7272 Jackson St, Mentor, OH44060

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