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Hand to Hand Combat Training Center

4.9 ★★★★★ 37 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Hayden, Idaho

Karate dojo Kids & teens Private lessons

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  • 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
  • Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
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  • Website & schedule handtohandcombattrainingcenter.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 208-262-1410

Hours

Monday 12–8:30 pm
Tuesday 11:30 am–8:30 pm
Wednesday 12–8:30 pm
Thursday 11:30 am–8:30 pm
Friday 3–8:30 pm
Saturday Closed
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 Hand to Hand Combat Training Center, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 7 mentions

“This is the place to start if you are looking to learn a martial art, prepare for police or military service or just spend time learning a discipline with your kids.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“I was lucky enough to have a small class so I had a lot of one on one instruction with the instructors and learned a lot.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 12 mentions

“Everyone I've met there has been great and I appreciate Professor Foley's focus on self defense and his heart toward training all of his students to be able to protect themselves.”

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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 Hand to Hand Combat Training Center — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 12 mentions

“Everyone I've met there has been great and I appreciate Professor Foley's focus on self defense and his heart toward training all of his students to be able to protect themselves.”

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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 37 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 4 mentions

“greatest instructional self defense in the northwest, michael and his students are so respectful my 8 yr old loves this class.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 9 mentions

“A lot of other places we have tried just rush you through testing and all the sudden you're a "black belt" when you barely know the basics.”

active competition / tournament team 2 mentions

“The instructors are very knowledgeable and competent while emphasizing discipline for the mind and the body.”

💵 good value / fair pricing 3 mentions

“Additionally, it is very reasonably priced with no commitment, and there are four days a week to select your allowed two.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 13 mentions

“Everyone I've met there has been great and I appreciate Professor Foley's focus on self defense and his heart toward training all of his students to be able to protect themselves.”

From the reviews

An amazing martial arts school that really teaches you how to effectively defend yourself while also being offensive. Very affordable and excellent class times for flexibility with your schedule.

★★★★★ — Moriah, Mar 2019

My sons and I began studying here about 2 months ago. The environment is great, the instruction excellent, and the system is amazing. Truly a mixed martial art; fully functional self-defense techniques are taught from day one. It is also a great way to workout both at the dojo and practicing at home.

★★★★★ — James, Jun 2016

The H2HCTC is a fantastic community. It's hard to think of this environment as a business because what we do here isn't about the money or the number of students. Its focused on how we live with and use martial arts, specifically this Hand-to-Hand-Combat-Training-System.

★★★★★ — Nathan, Oct 2015

I have been training here for around two years and have loved every second. I love the American military uniforms and structure while still training in traditional Japanese and Chinese martial arts.

★★★★★ — Lizzy, Jul 2024

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Your first Karate class at Hand to Hand Combat Training Center

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 Hand to Hand Combat Training Center

10223 N Taryne St, Hayden, ID83835

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