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Hernly Family Karate - Eastside Dojo

4.9 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Indianapolis, Indiana

Karate dojo Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Membership memberships around $300/mo — many dojos also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-student rates
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Website & schedule hernlyfamilykarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 317-253-3849

Hours

Monday 5:15–9 pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 5:15–8:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 8:45 am–1 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 Hernly Family Karate - Eastside Dojo, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 12 mentions

“Hernly Family Karate (Eastside location) might have an outdated sign out front, but don’t let that fool you—this place is a gem for kids and adults alike!”

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🐉 Little Dragons

“My son started attending in the Little Dragons course after he had taken to hitting in his day care.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“They keep the students engaged with everything from self defense to life skills.”

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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 Hernly Family Karate - Eastside Dojo — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“They keep the students engaged with everything from self defense to life skills.”

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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 20 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 12 mentions

“Hernly Family Karate (Eastside location) might have an outdated sign out front, but don’t let that fool you—this place is a gem for kids and adults alike!”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“My son has blossomed since starting here and has goals for the future.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 13 mentions

“Excellent for kids, Renshi Bailey excels at teaching kids discipline and respect as well as self defense.”

From the reviews

Hernly Family Karate (Eastside location) might have an outdated sign out front, but don’t let that fool you—this place is a gem for kids and adults alike! It's located in the same parking lot as Family Dollar and Uncle Bills.

★★★★★ — Dominique, Jul 2025

My son started attending in the Little Dragons course after he had taken to hitting in his day care. We thought a bit of discipline may help him learn to control it. He was very enthusiastic about attending his classes and within a week we stopped hearing about him hitting.

★★★★★ — Matt, Aug 2017

i have been training with Renshi Terry Bailey for 15 years and could not ask for a better instructor! Bailey's Family Karate is a fun, disciplined, and engaging atmosphere. If you are looking to train as a family, just for your child, or for yourself I highly recommend this school.

★★★★★ — Jacqueline, May 2017

This place offers excellent and fun karate lessons for the whole family! The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and kind. You can tell they love what they teach!

★★★★★ — Kristen, Sep 2019

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Your first Karate class at Hernly Family Karate - Eastside Dojo

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 Hernly Family Karate - Eastside Dojo

111 S Downey Ave, Indianapolis, IN46219

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