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Matsumura Karate Springfield Laredo, TX
5 ★★★★★ 21 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Laredo, Texas
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
- 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
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule matsumurakarate.us — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 954-661-3629
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 4–9 pm |
| Friday | 4–9 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“With wonderful support from Renshi Israel Melchor and Sensei David Rodriguez my son has grown more confident and eager to pursue his love of karate.”
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What students say
“Their warmth makes you feel that the person who cares for and teaches your children is a member of your own family.”
“It's a great dojo teachers are very knowledgeable and treat students with respect and are very patient they help you develop your potential.”
From the reviews
Excelente escuela de karate, yo viajo de México a Laredo y hay es donde entreno🤩
Maestro Melchor and Mrs. Flor are the most loving and dedicated people I have ever met with their students. Their warmth makes you feel that the person who cares for and teaches your children is a member of your own family.
It is one of the best schools in Mexico and the United States all instructors are highly trained to teach I have had the opportunity to see this great academy create champions and it should be noted that almost all of its instructors are international champions a great example of respect, discipline and love for the…
If you’re looking for an extra curricular activity for your kids Matsumura Karate is the place. They’re very passionate, professional, friendly and very patient with the little ones.
New to Karate? Start at Matsumura Karate Springfield Laredo, TX
Matsumura Karate Springfield Laredo, TX 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 Matsumura Karate Springfield Laredo, TX
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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