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Grandmaster Dong's Karate School
4.9 ★★★★★ 146 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Midlothian, Virginia
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
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- 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
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule dongs.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 804-794-0877
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has gained many new physical skills related to the Martial Arts, but even more profoundly has been the improvement of the emotional and mental aspects.”
“He started in the Little Tigers class and loved it so much that he quickly became interested in continuing his training and moved into the regular classes as a white belt.”
“I can’t recommend this studio highly enough for families, teens, or anyone looking to build confidence, learn self-defense, and be part of a positive community.”
“Dong’s is a wonderful place for children and adults to learn discipline, Tae Kwan Do, and self defense techniques…among many other things.”
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“Dong’s is a wonderful place for children and adults to learn discipline, Tae Kwan Do, and self defense techniques…among many other things.”
What students say
“He remains motivated by the great instructors and puts in 100% effort in class and at home practice.”
“He started in the Little Tigers class and loved it so much that he quickly became interested in continuing his training and moved into the regular classes as a white belt.”
“The beauty I observe as a non-practitioner and parent, is that you are respectfully recognized for where you are in your own personal journey despite sharing the floor with peers.”
“Dong’s is a wonderful place for children and adults to learn discipline, Tae Kwan Do, and self defense techniques…among many other things.”
“Grandmaster Dong’s has been such a positive experience for my son. It’s has built his confidence and made him a more respectful and well rounded 12 year old.”
“Since we started attending early last year I’ve definitely seen all of the kids grow in lots of ways: improved strength, flexibility, focus, and discipline.”
From the reviews
We have had our son in this school since he was 4 when we initially started working on our divorce to help with the confidence and self-esteem he lost as part of the divorce process. He has flourished in this school over the last 4 years in strength, self-confidence, and discipline.
Dong’s Karate has been an incredible experience for my son, who has been a student there for several years. Master Bennett is a fantastic role model, inspiring confidence and teaching discipline in a way that truly resonates with the students.
My son has gained many new physical skills related to the Martial Arts, but even more profoundly has been the improvement of the emotional and mental aspects. His continuous practice over age 6-8.
My son has been at Dong's since he was in preschool. He started in the Little Tigers class and loved it so much that he quickly became interested in continuing his training and moved into the regular classes as a white belt.
New to Karate? Start at Grandmaster Dong's Karate School
Grandmaster Dong's Karate School comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a dojo, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and the sensei scales the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable dojos build fundamentals (stances, blocks, punches, and kicks) for weeks, and kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, with pads and control. Third, all levels and ages really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Karate class at Grandmaster Dong's Karate School
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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