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Palmetto Martial Arts School
4.9 ★★★★★ 87 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Easley, South Carolina
Plan your first class
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 5) — 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 palmettoma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 864-404-0579
Hours
| Monday | 2–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 2–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 1–6:30 pm |
| Thursday | 2–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 2–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We started Palmetto so that our 4 year old (who has minor autism) could get more used to listening to instructions and playing well with other children.”
“Patient teachers who are willing to work 1 on 1 with the children if needed.”
“This has been a great place for our teenage girls to learn TKD and self defense!”
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“At the beginning of classes at Palmetto, he started to get down on himself that he wasn't good enough for Tae Kwon Do either.”
“This has been a great place for our teenage girls to learn TKD and self defense!”
What students say
“Family friendly, Christian values, engaging staff, great instruction and progression.”
“This school is a family and they love each child and strive to help each child reach their VERY best.”
“I have seen incredible change in both of my children. My daughter is confident and is learning leadership skills.”
“The changes in my youngest daughter's strength, coordination, and confidence are amazing following early childhood cancer and chemo that weekend her body.”
From the reviews
UPDATE 2021: My children are now 11 and 9 and we are still loving our time at Palmetto Martial Arts. I have seen incredible change in both of my children. My daughter is confident and is learning leadership skills. My son has made such great friendships and is learning to focus more and put more effort into his work.
My son LOVES this school the instructors and very kind and willing to listen to his creative ideas. My boy really attached to master Roberson for his kind words and dedication to him he has really come out of his shell thanks to this school.
This is a fantastic school! They not only teach the children respect but also help their self confidence. All of the instructors are amazing! My son has greatly enjoyed going there.
We started Palmetto so that our 4 year old (who has minor autism) could get more used to listening to instructions and playing well with other children. The instructions and student helpers are always understanding and calm with him.
Your first Karate class at Palmetto Martial Arts School
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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