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National Karate Schools

4.5 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Bloomington, 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule nationalkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 952-941-8722

Hours

Monday 5–8:30 pm
Tuesday 5–8:30 pm
Wednesday 5–8:30 pm
Thursday 5–8:30 pm
Friday 5–8:30 pm
Saturday 9 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 Schools, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 18 mentions

“I just enrolled my daughter and she absolutely loves the classes, the teachers and she’s eating up the whole concept of getting better and earning belts.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“They keep the classes entertaining while also teaching them great self defense.”

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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 Schools — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“They keep the classes entertaining while also teaching them great self defense.”

Other dojos that also teach self-defense →

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 32 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 8 mentions

“The staff are exceptional; kind and supportive while also being firm and having high expectations for the students.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“I just enrolled my daughter and she absolutely loves the classes, the teachers and she’s eating up the whole concept of getting better and earning belts.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 9 mentions

“The instructors are intense but caring, and the lessons build personal skills like memorization, respect and focus in addition to just karate.”

From the reviews

We’ve been with this center since 2018, and yes—we’ve experienced the ups and downs that come with instructor changes. The Jarvis family now owns the center, and they have been amazing. The atmosphere feels refreshed, and the improvement in my boys’ forms is noticeable: sharper, more focused, and more intense.

★★★★★ — Freda, May 2026

Very good school. The teacher was very good instructor and friendly to the students. I recommend this school for self defense school.

★★★★★ — Thang, Oct 2024

Mr and Mrs Jarvi are truly AMAZING! The whole team here goes above and beyond for their students and families. Mrs. Tursich and Ms. Ledesma also have had such an impact here. My 6 year old has grown so much in his confidence and disciple the few months we’ve been at this school.

★★★★★ — Irina, Oct 2024

I just enrolled my daughter and she absolutely loves the classes, the teachers and she’s eating up the whole concept of getting better and earning belts. The owners are wonderful and in a world where everyone is trying to make our kids more lethargic, this class is a God send

★★★★★ — Réne, Feb 2025

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Your first Karate class at National Karate Schools

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 Schools

5141 W 98th St, Bloomington, MN55437

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