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J Pat Burleson Martial Arts

4.8 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Saginaw, Texas

Free trial Affiliated Kids & teens

Affiliated dojo — reviews and the dojo's own info point to a recognized Karate style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Goju-Ryu, Isshinryu, Tiger Schulmann's or Villari's). If lineage matters to you, ask which style and organization the dojo belongs to, and under whom the head sensei earned their black belt.

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
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 3–5) — 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
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  • Website & schedule jpbma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (817) 232-9334

Hours

Monday 2–9 PM
Tuesday 3–9 PM
Wednesday 2–9 PM
Thursday 3–9 PM
Friday 5–8 PM
Saturday 10 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 J Pat Burleson Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 11 mentions

“Great place to take your kids if you're looking to teach them discipline, respect, and self-confidence.”

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🥋 Adult Karate 2 mentions

“This martial arts studio is for adults, teens, and kids.”

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Teens

“This martial arts studio is for adults, teens, and kids.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Couldn’t ask for better from the disciple and self defense it teaches and the positive focused energy release.”

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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 J Pat Burleson Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Couldn’t ask for better from the disciple and self defense it teaches and the positive focused energy release.”

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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.

expert instruction from a great sensei 2 mentions

“Sensei Luke does an amazing job teaching not just karate skills, but also respect, listening, and self-confidence.”

great workout & fitness 2 mentions

“I'm 35 and loved it so much I joined myself, I've lost weight and its a great stress relief.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“Great place to take your kids if you're looking to teach them discipline, respect, and self-confidence.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 11 mentions

“Sensei Luke does an amazing job teaching not just karate skills, but also respect, listening, and self-confidence.”

From the reviews

This martial arts studio is for adults, teens, and kids. From what I've seen thus far, they are very inclusive - everyone is welcome to come learn, workout, and enjoy making/ achieving goals. Ive attended 3 classes and my teacher Ms Heather is excellent (beginning adults class.) Recommended!

★★★★★ — Michele, Nov 2020

The instructors are kind and compassionate in teaching kids and adults. My son has adhd and this has him able to control his actions without medication. My daughter is 5 and absolutely loves it. Its comforting as a parent knowing my kids are learning self defense in a safe atmosphere.

★★★★★ — Amberley, Oct 2020

Luke and Maddie are awesome instructors. Great place to take your kids if you're looking to teach them discipline, respect, and self-confidence. Plus this is a great way to get in shape weather young or old. Highly recommend.

★★★★★ — Daniel, Aug 2019

Great training and instructors. My son has ADHD and it has really helped him learn self control, respect, and burn off some energy! Learning self defense also gives me peace of mind for his safety. Excellent place!!

★★★★★ — Tammy, Jan 2019

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Your first Karate class at J Pat Burleson 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 J Pat Burleson Martial Arts

108 S Saginaw Blvd, Saginaw, TX76179

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