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Karate America Julington
4.8 ★★★★★ 36 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Jacksonville, Florida
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
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule karateamerica.info — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (904) 230-2791
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Good martial art school for both kids and adults, flexible curriculum include different styles of self defense and attack, very good instructors.”
“Good martial art school for both kids and adults, flexible curriculum include different styles of self defense and attack, very good instructors.”
“He loves Karate America and it's the first time he has actually looked forward to an activity.”
Other martial arts here
“I really appreciate that kickboxing at Karate America is a family-oriented experience where we can go and exercise together despite our varying fitness levels.”
“Good martial art school for both kids and adults, flexible curriculum include different styles of self defense and attack, very good instructors.”
What students say
“I really appreciate that kickboxing at Karate America is a family-oriented experience where we can go and exercise together despite our varying fitness levels.”
“We love that they teach discipline, respect and responsibility along with the techniques, all in a positive, fun environment.”
“Within a few weeks we have seen a big change in our son's attitude and demeanor. He loves Karate America and it's the first time he has actually looked forward to an activity.”
“We love that they teach discipline, respect and responsibility along with the techniques, all in a positive, fun environment.”
From the reviews
We chose Karate America for my daughter's 5th birthday party. They did an amazing job! The kids were completely entertained while the parents chatted. My daughter loved cutting the cake with a sword and breaking a board. Both are still points of conversation with her classmates!
We have a child in Tai Kwan Do and my husband and I take Krav Maga, and we have had a completely positive experience. Mr. Pope and his staff are amazing, and my child enjoys her classes. We love that they teach discipline, respect and responsibility along with the techniques, all in a positive, fun environment.
I really appreciate that kickboxing at Karate America is a family-oriented experience where we can go and exercise together despite our varying fitness levels. It is fun and encouraging for everyone!
If you think Karate America is just kicks and punches, think again. When my son was three years old, we started with Karate America, and moved to the Julington Creek location with Mr. Pope about a year later. We have been thrilled with both the school and instructors.
New to Karate? Start at Karate America Julington
Karate America Julington comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a dojo, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and the sensei scales the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable dojos build fundamentals (stances, blocks, punches, and kicks) for weeks, and kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, with pads and control. Third, all levels and ages really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Karate class at Karate America Julington
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.
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