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Phoenix Rising Karate

4.8 ★★★★★ 21 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Indianapolis, Indiana

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Hours

Monday 5:30–8:15 pm
Tuesday 11 am–1 pm, 5:30–8:15 pm
Wednesday 11 am–1 pm
Thursday 5:30–8:15 pm
Friday 5:30–7:30 pm
Saturday Closed
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 Phoenix Rising Karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 4 mentions

“Sensei Bilek does an amazing job of hosting kids' birthday parties!”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 21 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 2 mentions

“Sensei Bilek does an amazing job of hosting kids' birthday parties!”

friendly, respectful dojo 4 mentions

“There are discounted rates that can work up to steep discounts when more than one of the same family is enrolled.”

From the reviews

At this time, in May of 2019, my review is only of the facility and my interaction with Sensei Bilek. TL;DR: This looks like a promising place to practice karate. This is the first establishment I visited to look into martial arts for my elementary school aged child.

★★★★★ — Jon, May 2019

Love Sensei Jerry and his training method. Our son has been at Jerry Hansman's Karate for 7 years now and we couldn't be happier.

★★★★★ — Allie, Dec 2016

We had our son's 6th birthday party here. The theme he chose was ninja-training. All the kids ages 3-8 had a BLAST. It was very active and the attendees got to use several different (safe) ninja weapons/tools.

★★★★★ — Deidre, Jun 2021

My 3 yr old had his first class last night and LOVED it. He is so excited for more classes! We have tried placing him in other activities but he is easily overwhelmed and becomes too anxious to participate. Yesterday he was focused and engaged. It was great to see!

★★★★★ — Mary, Sep 2018

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Your first Karate class at Phoenix Rising 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 Phoenix Rising Karate

4243 W 96th St, Indianapolis, IN46268

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