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Japan Karate Institute Of Cane Bay

5 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Summerville, South Carolina

Karate dojo Kids & teens

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Phone +1 843-900-6886

Hours

Monday 12–7:30 pm
Tuesday 12–6 pm
Wednesday 12–7:30 pm
Thursday 12–6 pm
Friday 12–6 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 Japan Karate Institute Of Cane Bay, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 14 mentions

“I enrolled my son in the after school program after hearing AMAZING reviews from coworkers and students who attended and now work at JKI.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 25 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 2 mentions

“🥋 Senpai Russ is an amazing teacher, his passion for karate shows in his teaching and students.”

friendly, respectful dojo 3 mentions

“His staff are so kind, welcoming and patient, please don't hesitate to go check them out.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“Our son loved it so we also signed him up for After School Karate.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 7 mentions

“The instructors operate with absolute professionalism and patience while instilling a culture of discipline and respect.”

From the reviews

I highly recommend, best karate place around! They offer so much more than just teaching karate, self discipline, builds confidence, ect! Not just for kids either, any age can join. They have Spring, Summer, Winter camps for when school is out and also early out days. They offer after school program as well!

★★★★★ — Heather, Apr 2024

Our experience with JKI Cane Bay has been excellent! We have been there for over a year and loving it! The staff and the students are very welcoming to everyone. The facility is well taken care of and clean. Classes are available for all ages.

★★★★★ — Shannon, May 2024

This Japan Karate is Amazing! My lovely Girl has loved it so much that she Been there for 3 years and Want to keep working hard to her next belt and she wants to keep doing it till her Full black belt! I am so proud of her and thank you to her Senpai’s that help her with many things. We love this place!

★★★★★ — Crystal, Jul 2022

We have tried several karate dojo’s for our children and they have not wanted to go to any until this one. JKI makes it fun while still keeping the structure and culture of karate. The prices are great which is a plus. The schedule is feasible for working parents which is another plus. Would recommend to anyone.

★★★★★ — Marin, Apr 2022

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Your first Karate class at Japan Karate Institute Of Cane Bay

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 Japan Karate Institute Of Cane Bay

8, 1718 State Rd # A, Summerville, SC29486

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