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Music Academy of Karate and Empowerment
5 ★★★★★ 10 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Mansfield, Ohio
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
- Membership memberships around $65/mo — many dojos also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-student rates
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 6) — 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
- Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule musickarate.org — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (419) 405-5711
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son takes Martial Arts here and I can not say enough good things about this organization or its staff.”
“They teach you how the katas apply to real life situations.”
“Reneta and team do an amazing job teaching karate, self defense, discipline, strength training, kettlebell and more!”
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“Reneta and team do an amazing job teaching karate, self defense, discipline, strength training, kettlebell and more!”
What students say
“Reneta and team do an amazing job teaching karate, self defense, discipline, strength training, kettlebell and more!”
From the reviews
Reneta and Gary Music and the rest of the staff are wonderful. They push you to be a better version of yourself today than you were yesterday. They teach you how the katas apply to real life situations. The kettlebell classes are also amazing. I wouldn't be where I am today if not for these wonderful people.
My son takes Martial Arts here and I can not say enough good things about this organization or its staff. Henry has a communication disability and they have looked beyond that and found the true boy he is. They are kind and respectful and teach all the kids and adults those principles!
Reneta and team do an amazing job teaching karate, self defense, discipline, strength training, kettlebell and more! Stop in and check them out!
Your first Karate class at Music Academy of Karate and Empowerment
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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