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Premier Martial Arts Corpus Christi

5 ★★★★★ 64 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Corpus Christi, Texas

Part of Premier Martial Arts

Free trial Affiliated Kids & teens Competition team

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

  • Free trial / intro class most dojos welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — 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 premiermartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 361-678-2223

Hours

Monday 3–8:30 pm
Tuesday 3–8:30 pm
Wednesday 3–8:30 pm
Thursday 3–8:30 pm
Friday 3–7 pm
Saturday 11 am–1:30 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 Premier Martial Arts Corpus Christi, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 22 mentions

“It’s a family, a community, that teaches our kids to be better human beings, through discipline and kindness… I’m so glad we decided to join the PMA team!”

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🥊 Kumite / Sparring

“While sparring isn't her favorite, she absolutely loves every other aspect.”

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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 Premier Martial Arts Corpus Christi — 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 64 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 12 mentions

“It’s a family, a community, that teaches our kids to be better human beings, through discipline and kindness… I’m so glad we decided to join the PMA team!”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“It’s a family, a community, that teaches our kids to be better human beings, through discipline and kindness… I’m so glad we decided to join the PMA team!”

active competition / tournament team 2 mentions

“Fast forward to today: she is a Brown Belt, a confident tournament competitor, and has received so much praise for her progress.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 16 mentions

“I thought that joining Martial Arts would make his anger issues worse, but he has learned so much about discipline, self-confidence, and about accountability.”

From the reviews

PMA has been nothing, but blessings to our family. Before my son joined, we struggled with his behavior at school and at home. I thought that joining Martial Arts would make his anger issues worse, but he has learned so much about discipline, self-confidence, and about accountability.

★★★★★ — Sandra, Feb 2026

We first discovered Premier Martial Arts through the City’s summer camp program two years ago, and their upbeat, engaging style immediately stood out. Though our busy lives kept us from signing up right away, when we started looking for a school for our 8-year-old daughter in August 2024, we tried several other places.

★★★★★ — Monna, Feb 2026

We absolutely love Premier Martial Arts! The staff and instructors are truly incredible—patient, encouraging, and genuinely invested in every child’s growth and success. Since joining, my daughter’s confidence has grown 100%.

★★★★★ — Vickie, Feb 2026

My son has been coming to PMA for over three years. It has been an awesome experience. The instructors are wonderful! We love it here!

★★★★★ — Brittany, Feb 2026

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Your first Karate class at Premier Martial Arts Corpus Christi

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 Premier Martial Arts Corpus Christi

7426 S Staples St Ste 204, Corpus Christi, TX78413

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