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Intensity Martial Arts - Bartlett ATA

4.9 ★★★★★ 203 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Bartlett, Tennessee

Kids & teens Competition team

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
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  • Website & schedule atakaratememphis.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (901) 382-3832

Hours

Monday 2–8 PM
Tuesday 2–8 PM
Wednesday 2–8 PM
Thursday 2–8 PM
Friday 2–8 PM
Saturday 9 AM–12 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 Intensity Martial Arts - Bartlett ATA, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 17 mentions

“My son has truly developed a sense of self, and as a family we are enjoying the martial arts journey together as we have all become students!”

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🐉 Little Dragons

“They are genuinely happy to work with the kids and are so patient with the little tigers.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“They patiently taught her self defense, acting independently, and teamwork.”

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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 Intensity Martial Arts - Bartlett ATA — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🦵 Taekwondo

“This is the most impressive TKD school we have ever been in.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“They patiently taught her self defense, acting independently, and teamwork.”

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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 203 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“The instructors are so welcoming, kind and patient.”

friendly, respectful dojo 8 mentions

“My son has truly developed a sense of self, and as a family we are enjoying the martial arts journey together as we have all become students!”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“They are kind but firm and teach the littles the basics with skill.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“Our son loves going to class and learning new things.”

active competition / tournament team 2 mentions

“He also enjoys testing for his next belt and participating in competitions.”

clean, welcoming dojo 5 mentions

“10/10 great class, clean atmosphere and well respectful staff.”

From the reviews

I can not say enough about how much we love Bartlett ATA! The instructors are so welcoming, kind and patient. My oldest has had allot of trouble focusing and being still and finding things that keep him interested, this is the first time I've seen him engaged and focused and he LOVES it!

★★★★★ — Alissa, May 2025

Travelled from Pittsburgh, PA to attend the Bluff City Class A Tournament. While in Memphis, I had the pleasure of training at Bartlett ATA Martial Arts for both Athlete Development and Team ATA USA training.

★★★★★ — Dave, Jan 2023

We absolutely love Bartlett ATA! My toddler is in the Tigers class, and he absolutely adores it. He asks to go every day, which says a lot! The instructors are incredibly kind, patient, and really know how to work with young kids.

★★★★★ — Jessica, Jan 2025

ATA Bartlett has been an amazing experience for my daughter. She was a bit nervous at first but each lesson I can see her blossom and come out of her shell! I believe it's because of the amazing and friendly instructors, their patience and kindness Is out of this world!

★★★★★ — Anna, Jun 2023

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Your first Karate class at Intensity Martial Arts - Bartlett ATA

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 Intensity Martial Arts - Bartlett ATA

6761 Stage Rd, Bartlett, TN38134

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