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Mong Su Dom Tai Chinese Karate

4.7 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Joplin, Missouri

Karate dojo Free trial Kids & teens Private lessons

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  • 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
  • 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
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  • Website & schedule mongsudomtai.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (417) 529-5417

Hours

Monday 3:30–7 PM
Tuesday 3:30–8 PM
Wednesday 3:30–7:30 PM
Thursday 3:30–7:30 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday 10 AM–1 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, belt tests, and seminars — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Karate classes on the schedule at Mong Su Dom Tai Chinese Karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 8 mentions

“this place is really cool and the staff is super friendly and they are great with teaching kids.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“I have studied other styles, but by far this is some of the best self defense I have learned.”

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Other martial arts here

Karate dojos are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at Mong Su Dom Tai Chinese Karate — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“I have studied other styles, but by far this is some of the best self defense I have learned.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the dojo's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want taekwondo, jiu-jitsu, or kickboxing alongside your Karate, confirm the current schedule with the dojo.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 30 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 7 mentions

“this place is really cool and the staff is super friendly and they are great with teaching kids.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“Friendly instructors, who are great with kids and families!”

From the reviews

I have two girls ages 9 and 11 I wanted them to take a self defense class. I spoke with Kirk the Sifu at MSDT he offered them a free class after the one class they were sold and so was I. I decided to join the girls as something fun we could do together.

★★★★★ — David, Sep 2018

I am in 4th grade I have been a cheerleader, I have played basketball, I have done gymnastics and other sports. I started taking karate a few months ago from Kirk at MSDT and I love it!!! I thought it would be hard to learn but Kirk makes it easy to understand. I'm so glad my dad went by to talk to Kirk!!!

★★★★★ — Dawsynn, Sep 2018

We absolutely love it here! My husband and 8 year old son both take classes here! They are awesome to work with and they both have learned so much! Great with the kids too. A fun environment but very valuable info they are teaching here! Plus it’s such a cool hobby to have!

★★★★★ — Rebecca, May 2020

We come here almost every single day of the week. But I'm not complaining because I absolutely love it here. I look forwards to Tuesdays and Fridays because I get to see the one and only man who at karate helps me the most Kirk. Kirk I love you sooooo much.

★★★★★ — Shrek, Aug 2018

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Your first Karate class at Mong Su Dom Tai Chinese 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.

Karate is a contact sport. Ease in, train within your limits, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Mong Su Dom Tai Chinese Karate

2014 S Main St, Joplin, MO64804

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