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Golden Self Defense
4.1 ★★★★☆ 7 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Owens Cross Roads, Alabama
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
- 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
- Website & schedule goldenkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (256) 469-0473
The classes they run
“Golden Self Defense is a perfect place for children and families to bond and learn.”
“Even with a large group, Michael and his team provided one on one coaching and feedback.”
“At my age, travels and experience, I really thought I was 'up to speed' on various maneuverers of self defense and methodology.”
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“At my age, travels and experience, I really thought I was 'up to speed' on various maneuverers of self defense and methodology.”
What students say
“Micheal and his family have created a very welcoming and fun environment to learn karate and self defense techniques.”
“Micheal and his family have created a very welcoming and fun environment to learn karate and self defense techniques.”
From the reviews
What an incredibly informative/ active session!!! I attended with a friend and her 17 year old daughter. At my age, travels and experience, I really thought I was 'up to speed' on various maneuverers of self defense and methodology... but Michael and his family were amazingly up to date on research and techniques.
My son has been attending classes for a few months now with Mike. We weren't sure what to expect with a karate class so new but we have been extremely happy with the classes!
Golden Self Defense is a perfect place for children and families to bond and learn. Mr. Mike and Mrs. Crystal are amazing instructors, and are very informative. You can tell they really care about everyone in the class. No one ever feels left out or behind.
Micheal and his family have created a very welcoming and fun environment to learn karate and self defense techniques. This is a great class for anyone looking to boost their confidence and wanting to feel like they can protect themselves.
Your first Karate class at Golden Self Defense
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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