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Red Tiger Karate at North Lakes REC
4.3 ★★★★☆ 12 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Denton, Texas
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 5–12) — 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
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule redtigerkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 817-845-1557
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 6–9 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My sons have also been in the program for the past three years, and it’s made a huge difference in their confidence.”
“The adult classes are incredibly valuable—you get a lot of one-on-one time with the instructors, which really helps you grow.”
“The adult classes are incredibly valuable—you get a lot of one-on-one time with the instructors, which really helps you grow.”
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What students say
From the reviews
There aren't words enough to express my love for Red Tiger Karate! I wish every child could go here. They care so much and are so attentive that they actually walk around and watch the children's faces, and a soon as they see a slight change in expression, they're there with reassurance, comfort, or clarity.
I’ve been training at Red Tiger Karate for the past two years, and I absolutely love it! The adult classes are incredibly valuable—you get a lot of one-on-one time with the instructors, which really helps you grow. All the instructors are knowledgeable, supportive, and genuinely care about your progress.
I've been in Red Tiger Karate for 7 years, and was trained often by the head instructor at North Lakes, Sean Dunne. He makes karate so much fun! He is definitely one of my favorites of the many high quality instructors.
Great group of teachers and students. They work well with the kids and very friendly. This has been great for our student. He enjoys his time there and learning.
New to Karate? Start at Red Tiger Karate at North Lakes REC
Red Tiger Karate at North Lakes REC comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a dojo, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and the sensei scales the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable dojos build fundamentals (stances, blocks, punches, and kicks) for weeks, and kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, with pads and control. Third, all levels and ages really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Karate class at Red Tiger Karate at North Lakes REC
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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