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Eldred's School of Martial Arts

4.7 ★★★★★ 42 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Escondido, California

Affiliated Kids & teens

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 (ages 12–15) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule eldredstkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 760-741-9840

Hours

Monday 4–8 pm
Tuesday 4–8 pm
Wednesday 4–8 pm
Thursday 4–8 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 9 am–2 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 Eldred's School of Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 33 mentions

“I have had an excellent experience with this studio--not just for my kids--but I also enjoyed attending Eldred's when I was their age.”

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🐉 Little Dragons

“They have been patient with our son through the process of joining the little dragons class.”

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Teens

“I am in the adult teen class(being the only adult at times) what I really enjoy about this that Ms.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“It’s been a long time since I have trained but I enjoy watching my son learn self defense, honor, integrity, self discipline.”

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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 Eldred's School of Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🦵 Taekwondo 3 mentions

“Two generations of my family have trained with the Eldreds and we have learned so much more from them than just Tae Kwon Do.”

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🥋 Jiu-Jitsu

“They teach primarily taekwondo with backgrounds in aikido, hapkido, judo, and jiujitsu.”

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🤼 Judo

“They teach primarily taekwondo with backgrounds in aikido, hapkido, judo, and jiujitsu.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“It’s been a long time since I have trained but I enjoy watching my son learn self defense, honor, integrity, self discipline.”

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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 42 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“The family is welcoming and truly care about the kids development as people and in martial arts.”

friendly, respectful dojo 15 mentions

“Martial Arts is new to our family, and they have taught the boys so much and really opened their eyes to a whole new world of body control, discipline and learning!”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“Our son has gained both skills and confidence through taking classes at Eldred’s.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 20 mentions

“Martial Arts is new to our family, and they have taught the boys so much and really opened their eyes to a whole new world of body control, discipline and learning!”

From the reviews

I have had an excellent experience with this studio--not just for my kids--but I also enjoyed attending Eldred's when I was their age. My two kids were 5 and 10 when they started and stayed enrolled for almost 3 years. The only reason we are not currently attending is due to location.

★★★★★ — Venus, Oct 2016

I have been attending Eldred’s school of martial arts for almost 10 years now and have enjoyed every moment of it. They have taught me that nothing is impossible along with lessons in mindfulness that I will think back on for the rest of my life.

★★★★★ — Frogspecialist, Jul 2023

My son trains at Eldred’s Martial Arts…I watch. It’s been a long time since I have trained but I enjoy watching my son learn self defense, honor, integrity, self discipline. The dojo is great, instructors are awesome and it’s a family business of Eldred’s passing on the traditions. Go check ‘em out! 👊💥

★★★★★ — James, Nov 2023

Two generations of my family have trained with the Eldreds and we have learned so much more from them than just Tae Kwon Do. They have a clear passion for connecting with their community and instilling values such as honor, perseverance, and respect. I would give them more than 5 stars if I could.

★★★★★ — Alec, Nov 2024

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Your first Karate class at Eldred's School of Martial Arts

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 Eldred's School of Martial Arts

2315 E Valley Pkwy Ste A, Escondido, CA92027

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