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Michael A. Smith's Martial Arts Studio
4.7 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Rockledge, Florida
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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — 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
- Weapons / kobudo traditional weapons (kobudo) classes — kata with the bo, sai, and nunchaku, taught with control and discipline
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule masdojo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (321) 290-0054
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–7 PM |
| Thursday | 5–7 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Both of my kids attend the evening classes, and my older one ( now 17) is on the National USA team thanks to coach Smith.”
“Weapons class is also offered in the dojo on Thursdays.”
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What students say
“Awesome place, great teachers, strict yet fun, my child is more refined, polite & has better sell esteem.”
“Note: this is not the right place if you are soft and discipline is not a priority or if you are just looking for something to do without commitment.”
From the reviews
This place has been the biggest blessing for my 9 year old. She started the after school program almost 4 years ago. The studio was close to the place where we used to live back than.
I have a child that has been going to MAS for years. He loves it and I can't say enough good things about the staff. Karate has taught him discipline, manners and how to be a team player. Their school after-care program is great. They have a tutor on site should your child need one. They have a homework room.
If you are looking for competitive training for your child, this is the best place in Brevard. Both of my kids attend the evening classes, and my older one ( now 17) is on the National USA team thanks to coach Smith. She started training with him 11 years ago in the after school program.
Koral has trained with Mr. Smith and has learned self respect, respect for others, and positive decision making! Mr. Smith is a great instructor and man in general. He’s very respectful and teaches way more than kicking and punching. My son, Chris Walker has trained with Mr. Smith for 37 years.
Your first Karate class at Michael A. Smith's Martial Arts Studio
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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