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Hatcher's Martial Arts

4.8 ★★★★★ 204 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Maryville, Tennessee

Kids & teens Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Women's classes dedicated women's Karate classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
  • 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
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  • Website & schedule hatchersmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 865-973-0944

Hours

Monday 5:25–8 pm
Tuesday 4:25–8:45 pm
Wednesday 4:30–8 pm
Thursday 4:25–8:45 pm
Friday 3:30–6 pm
Saturday 11:25 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 Hatcher's Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 28 mentions

“Brad is an incredible teacher who not only makes the classes fun and engaging but also teaches discipline, respect, and confidence in a way that really resonates with young kids.”

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💪 Women's Karate

“I have also attended a women’s self defense class and will definitely attend the next one and bring my teenage daughter, plus several friends.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“My daughter took some private lessons as well.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 5 mentions

“I have also attended a women’s self defense class and will definitely attend the next one and bring my teenage daughter, plus several friends.”

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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 Hatcher's Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🥋 Jiu-Jitsu 4 mentions

“My daughter has learned so much since joining his team and she absolutely loves going to karate and Jiu jitsu.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 5 mentions

“I have also attended a women’s self defense class and will definitely attend the next one and bring my teenage daughter, plus several friends.”

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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 204 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 4 mentions

“Brad is an incredible teacher who not only makes the classes fun and engaging but also teaches discipline, respect, and confidence in a way that really resonates with young kids.”

friendly, respectful dojo 13 mentions

“This is a top tier school and a great group of people, very friendly welcoming and very good at their art.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“We have attended other gyms with equal physical effort required, but I’m really enjoying watching the emphasis on character and technique already showing itself in my children.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“He has been very patient and firm, and my son has really loved coming here.”

💗 welcoming to women 2 mentions

“I have also attended a women’s self defense class and will definitely attend the next one and bring my teenage daughter, plus several friends.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 17 mentions

“Brad is an incredible teacher who not only makes the classes fun and engaging but also teaches discipline, respect, and confidence in a way that really resonates with young kids.”

From the reviews

Our 10 year old grandson has been Mr. Hatcher’s student for several years, studying karate and Jui Jitsu. As he achieved higher belt levels, he has also grown in focus, respectfulness and maturity.

★★★★★ — Kris, Mar 2022

My boys absolutely love training at Hatcher's Martial Arts. They have learned so much since they started. Their self-esteem and confidence have really grown. I would recommend Hatcher's to anyone looking for serious training for the real world. UPDATE: Years later and still going strong 👍

★★★★★ — Tiffanie, Oct 2022

Our kid has had so much fun attending jujitsu classes here! We very much appreciate Mr. Hatcher. He is very professional and good with the kids. He makes sure they feel safe and learn in a positive environment. Can’t say enough good things about this business!

★★★★★ — Laura, Jan 2022

Hatcher’s Martial Arts has an excellent Kick Fit class. I have been going here for several months and I love it. Brad Hatcher is a great teacher and always very professional. He has taken many precautions to keep his students safe during COVID and I always feel safe when I enter the building.

★★★★★ — Candy, Dec 2020

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Your first Karate class at Hatcher's 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 Hatcher's Martial Arts

1403 E Broadway Ave, Maryville, TN37804

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