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Lacy's Shotokan Karate
4.7 ★★★★★ 14 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Texarkana, Texas
Part of Shotokan Karate (JKA)
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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule facebook.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (903) 556-2136
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 6–7:45 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 6–7:45 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Everyone will invest their time and energy to the best of their ability to make sure all of these kids know everything they need to know about karate.”
“My wife and I enjoyed learning self defense as well as making friendships with awesome people.”
Other martial arts here
“My wife and I enjoyed learning self defense as well as making friendships with awesome people.”
What students say
“There's nowhere else I would rather him be than Lacy's Shotokan karate!”
“They work with the kids on discipline and respect, while still making sure they are having fun!”
From the reviews
Our son started taking classes here about a year ago. We have been more than pleased with the outcome. He loves going to class and he loves working with everyone involved.
We love Lacy's. He is the best in town. Mr. Lacy is wonderful with all three of our children and we could not be happier. He not only highly decorated in karate but also ex special forces military and a former school principal. He shows patience but is firm and makes class fun for the children.
Excellent family atmosphere. The instructors care about student success and having fun. My wife and I enjoyed learning self defense as well as making friendships with awesome people. The techniques are also viable. My wife is half my size and can throw me down now. We had a great overall experience.
We LOVE Lacy's Shotokan Karate! They work with the kids on discipline and respect, while still making sure they are having fun! The ratio of students to instructors is always amazing! Tons of help for extra attention! I definitely give this dojo 5 stars!!!
Your first Karate class at Lacy's Shotokan Karate
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.