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KSA Martial Academy
5 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Nashville, Tennessee
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 5–11) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- 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 ksamartialacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 615-720-4820
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 3:30–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 3:30–8 pm |
| Thursday | 3:30–8 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I've heard others talk really positively about their kids class, Taekwondo, and Hapkido arts as well.”
“My husband and i extremely enjoy their weekly classes and private lessons during the weekend.”
“They have Self Defense, aikido, Filipino Martial Arts (FMA), Goju-Shorei Weapons, Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do (JKD), and Tae Kwon Do (TKD).”
Other martial arts here
“They have Self Defense, aikido, Filipino Martial Arts (FMA), Goju-Shorei Weapons, Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do (JKD), and Tae Kwon Do (TKD).”
“They have Self Defense, aikido, Filipino Martial Arts (FMA), Goju-Shorei Weapons, Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do (JKD), and Tae Kwon Do (TKD).”
What students say
“Regardless of age, whether male or female, you will be amazed at how both your physical and mental abilities are constantly challenged, in a positive and supportive environment.”
“Not only do we learn about discipline and techniques in martial art, KSA martial art is a great couple activity as well!”
“I've heard others talk really positively about their kids class, Taekwondo, and Hapkido arts as well.”
“Master Williams, Choi, and Eddins are incredible and their guidance has helped me gain confidence and strengthen me physically and mentally.”
From the reviews
Master Cat & Liz are amazing! My husband and i extremely enjoy their weekly classes and private lessons during the weekend. We try our best to make it to their weekly classes but since we commute from Clarksville, Cat & Liz were willing to do some weekend classes for us.
The instructors are incredible, both in terms of their martial arts skills, their ability to teach, and their holistic loving view on life. I've been practicing Jeet Kune Do and Filipino Martial Arts there for about half a year and it has been a challenging but very positive experience.
Their tae kwon do classes have been extremely helpful for our son to be more disciplined and focused. The instructors are great at demanding respect while making it fun.
I studied under Master Wieczerza for over 17 years. She is gifted both as a martial artist, and as an instructor. Master Wiz is compassionate, and yet she is able to push students to their maximum potential.
Your first Karate class at KSA Martial Academy
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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