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National Karate Academy of Martial Arts Plymouth

4.2 ★★★★☆ 18 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Wayzata, Minnesota

Karate dojo Kids & teens Competition team

Long-standing chain providing martial arts training for all ages & skill levels.

Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 4–18) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
  • Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
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  • Website & schedule nationalkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 763-551-5905

Hours

Monday 4:15–8:15 pm
Tuesday 4:15–8:15 pm
Wednesday 4:15–8:15 pm
Thursday 4:15–8:15 pm
Friday 4:15–8:15 pm
Saturday 9:15 am–12 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 National Karate Academy of Martial Arts Plymouth, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 3 mentions

“Great way to get kids off the electronics while still having fun.”

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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 National Karate Academy of Martial Arts Plymouth — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

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 18 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 2 mentions

“Great school with great instructors.”

From the reviews

Wonderful instructors that work to be sure their students succeed. Great way to get kids off the electronics while still having fun.

★★★★★ — Abby, Jul 2019

My daughter has won three Diamond Nationals age group titles. She would not have accomplished this without Kelly Worley and his instructors.

★★★★★ — Mark, Feb 2023

absolutely love! fantastic instructors, amazing program, and high quality education. I'd send any child friend or family member their way.

★★★★★ — Devon, Jan 2019

Wonderful program for young kids. Great with our busy 4 year old boy. Coach Erikson is wonderful, experienced and has the patience of a saint. Great with our little guy!

★★★★★ — Robyn, Feb 2026

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Your first Karate class at National Karate Academy of Martial Arts Plymouth

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 National Karate Academy of Martial Arts Plymouth

864 Lake St E, Wayzata, MN55391

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