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EJ's Warrior Karate Academy

4.2 ★★★★☆ 17 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Columbus, Ohio

Karate dojo Affiliated Kids & teens Competition team

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

  • 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
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  • Website & schedule warriorskarateacad.wixsite.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 614-999-6361

Hours

Monday 2–7 pm
Tuesday 2–7 pm
Wednesday 2–7 pm
Thursday 2–7 pm
Friday 2–7 pm
Saturday 11 am–2 pm
Sunday 8–11 am, 2:15–3:30 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 EJ's Warrior Karate Academy, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 16 mentions

“Sooooo I want to start by saying that my kids are my world and I don’t leave them with just anybody.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Anyway if your in need of a safe environment for your kids for the summer or if you just want to learn how to protect yourself this man and programs will be a great start.”

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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 EJ's Warrior Karate Academy — 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 17 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 3 mentions

“I love that the staff is professional and so friendly!”

From the reviews

Sooooo I want to start by saying that my kids are my world and I don’t leave them with just anybody. When I walked in I was skeptical yet comfortable. The environment felt safe. My baby felt comfortable and that matters to me. It was evident that Emmanuel knew his business. He was direct clear and confident.

★★★★★ — Lachaela, Jun 2023

My daughter went to camp and she really enjoyed herself so much and The camp counselor are the best the Director the workers who works for EJ warriors are awesome very friendly respectful I will send my daughter back next year….

★★★★★ — The, Aug 2022

This is a very highly recommended!! I love that the staff is professional and so friendly! I love the fact they help out the community

★★★★★ — Genna, Feb 2021

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Your first Karate class at EJ's Warrior 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 EJ's Warrior Karate Academy

3975 E Livingston Ave, Columbus, OH43227

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