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Karate World Of Pawleys Island

5 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Pawleys Island, South Carolina

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Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 5–12) — 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 karateworldpawleys.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 843-260-4111

Hours

Monday 2–8 pm
Tuesday 2 am–8 pm
Wednesday 2–8 pm
Thursday 2–8 pm
Friday 2–8 pm
Saturday Closed
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 Karate World Of Pawleys Island, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 13 mentions

“Karate World is a great school that helps kids and adults build confidence, teaches self defense and promotes healthy habits.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Karate World is a great school that helps kids and adults build confidence, teaches self defense and promotes healthy habits.”

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🥋 Adult Karate

“Both the kids and adult classes have helped build confidence, resilience, and skill.”

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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 Karate World Of Pawleys Island — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🥋 Jiu-Jitsu

“We absolutely love the karate and jiu jitsu programs!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Karate World is a great school that helps kids and adults build confidence, teaches self defense and promotes healthy habits.”

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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 17 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“My kids and I love learning at karate world!”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 6 mentions

“I appreciate their service projects, reward and recognition programs and the discipline that comes with even the simplest of life lessons.”

From the reviews

My kids are learning so much, improving exercises, enjoying it and much more! Thank you karate world for inspiring my kids into fighting and self-defense.

★★★★★ — Jennifer, May 2026

Great for all ages and skill levels. The instructors are patient with everybody. Very clean inside and outside. Very fun experience everyday. Mat chats are very informative (covering everything from how to be a better person to eating and drinking healthier). Highly recommend everyone to checkout this karate school.

★★★★★ — Joey, Mar 2026

Impressed with every aspect of this karate studio. We had no idea what to expect but they welcomed us with open arms and have walked us through every step of the way. I appreciate their service projects, reward and recognition programs and the discipline that comes with even the simplest of life lessons.

★★★★★ — Jillian, Mar 2026

This is a great place for kids to learn karate! The wonderful staff make every child feel important, seen and heard. They teach karate but also important life lessons like respect, perseverance and the importance of community service

★★★★★ — Elizabeth, Jan 2026

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Your first Karate class at Karate World Of Pawleys Island

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 Karate World Of Pawleys Island

115 Willbrook Blvd Bldg C Unit Q, Pawleys Island, SC29585

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