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Premier Martial Arts West

4.7 ★★★★★ 29 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Lubbock, Texas

Part of Premier Martial Arts

Karate dojo Free trial Affiliated Kids & teens

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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule lubbockkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (806) 407-3535

Hours

Monday 4–8:30 PM
Tuesday 4–8:30 PM
Wednesday 4–8:30 PM
Thursday 4–8:30 PM
Friday 4–6:30 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 Premier Martial Arts West, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 21 mentions

“our youngest loved the kid/youth classes & I, the adult classes for 10+ years - such wonderful & gifted instructors who make learning martial arts fun….”

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🥋 Adult Karate 2 mentions

“our youngest loved the kid/youth classes & I, the adult classes for 10+ years - such wonderful & gifted instructors who make learning martial arts fun….”

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🌀 Kata (Forms) 2 mentions

“If your child struggles they take the time to help them learn the kata.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“It has shown them self defense skills which will help them if ever a situation arises.”

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

🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“It has shown them self defense skills which will help them if ever a situation arises.”

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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 29 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 7 mentions

“I love that this school is not just a “program” but that they are one big family.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“If your child struggles they take the time to help them learn the kata.”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“Ensuring your child will have the confidence when they do master each kata.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 15 mentions

“My youngest started classes when he was 4 (he definitely couldn’t sit still) but when it came to class time they had his full attention and taught him how to focus.”

From the reviews

Feb 2022- It is a great place ! The instructors are amazing and our kiddo really enjoys class everytime! She teaches me a thing or two when she leaves and i've seen her focus and confidence sky rocket in the past 2 months. I think it's worth every penny- so grateful to Mr. Perry and the whole team here.

★★★★★ — Mandy, Oct 2022

My daughter has been going here for a couple months. The staff is very friendly and helpful. They show a lot of patience with the kids and do a good job of keeping it fun, but serious at the same time. They seem to be put in a bad situation by the management in my opinion.

★★★★☆ — Chuck, Apr 2019

My kiddo has been training with PMA since he was 5 years old. He is now 22 and I am proud of the young man he is and I know that the instructors and owner of PMA played a HUGE role in that! I love that this school is not just a “program” but that they are one big family.

★★★★★ — Christy, Apr 2024

Absolutely love Premier Martial Arts! Been going here for years. Mr. Perry does an awesome job and classes are fun and engaging. I struggled with sticking with things but what I love about the program is that it doesn’t just teach self defense but it teaches you discipline and the importance of being dedicated to…

★★★★★ — Justin, Apr 2024

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Your first Karate class at Premier Martial Arts West

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 West

6616 Milwaukee Ave #300, Lubbock, TX79424

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