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Lincoln Karate Clinic
5 ★★★★★ 359 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Lincoln, Nebraska
Plan your first class
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule lincolnkarate.org — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (402) 483-5425
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 1–4 PM |
The classes they run
“Because koen Kalama was participating in karate we signed my son Jakob Crandall up for karate this last year as well and have seen the benefits in the short amount of time!”
“Sparring has gotten me more used to all of the moves that I’ve been taught and made my reflexes better.”
“I love the self defense techniques the kids learn - I've learned so much just by watching.”
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“I love the self defense techniques the kids learn - I've learned so much just by watching.”
What students say
“It’s clear that Sensei and the entire team are dedicated to helping kids succeed both on and off the mat.”
“The atmosphere is encouraging and welcoming-kids can be themselves and get to connect with other kids from all over town.”
“The atmosphere is encouraging and welcoming-kids can be themselves and get to connect with other kids from all over town.”
“He eventually started following along with the punches, kicks & stances from the sidelines.”
“We have seen our son’s confidence grow since beginning.”
“Since joining the karate club, my nephew has shown remarkable improvement in his discipline, transforming how he approaches challenges at home and in school.”
From the reviews
Lincoln Karate Clinic has been an incredible experience for our family. The instructors are not only highly skilled in martial arts, but they are also outstanding mentors who truly care about their students’ personal growth.
Since joining the karate club, my nephew has shown remarkable improvement in his discipline, transforming how he approaches challenges at home and in school. The structured environment, which emphasizes respect, patience, and consistent routine practice, has instilled in him a strong sense of self-control, teaching…
Our daughter has trained at Lincoln Karate Clinic for over three years. The program consistently promotes confidence and resilience in a positive, healthy, and age-appropriate manner.
When I first started as a white belt to me as a black and white belt(4 years, wow!), there have been clear changes. I certainly feel stronger, and even smarter too! Sparring has gotten me more used to all of the moves that I’ve been taught and made my reflexes better.
New to Karate? Start at Lincoln Karate Clinic
Lincoln Karate Clinic comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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 Lincoln Karate Clinic
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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