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Robinson's Karate Co

4.9 ★★★★★ 54 Google reviews · Karate dojo in St. Louis, Missouri

Karate dojo Kids & teens Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — 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 robinsonskarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (314) 849-6660

Hours

Monday 4:45–8 PM
Tuesday 4:45–8 PM
Wednesday 4:45–8 PM
Thursday 4:45–8 PM
Friday 4:45–8 PM
Saturday 9:15 AM–12 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 Robinson's Karate Co, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 30 mentions

“Not only do they practice karate here but they also know how to get the kids involved in learning discipline and showing respect to their follow classmates!”

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👤 Private Lessons 2 mentions

“They offer private lessons which is the best way to start, I walked in here 14 years ago to my first lesson and haven’t left!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“They learn practical skills for protecting themselves but it’s so much more.”

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🥋 Adult Karate

“I recommend Robinson’s Karate to anyone looking for an extracurricular for a kiddo or for adults looking for a challenging but fun new activity!”

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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 Robinson's Karate Co — 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 54 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 7 mentions

“Such a hands on owner and amazing instructors, meets every kid where they are at and really helps them grow.”

friendly, respectful dojo 5 mentions

“He had great kid friendly Super Bowl Parties, made it a family experience, which was and is a wonderful approach to training!”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“They do techniques for the lower belts and push the skill level of the higher belts, all during the same class.”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“My daughter loves taking karate lessons here, she has fun, learns a skill and gets good exercise.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 13 mentions

“Not only do they practice karate here but they also know how to get the kids involved in learning discipline and showing respect to their follow classmates!”

From the reviews

Trained with Steve at another studio-followed him to his own. With great people and kids skills, I excelled with him to Black belt level and beyond. Enthusiastic approach made Steve and staff great to train with. Kevin had just started - so I dated the year we trained!

★★★★★ — Jerry, May 2015

We have come here for years and can't say enough positive things about this place. The instructors are all wonderful. Both of my kids have had parties with Robinson's both at Robinson's and at our house with the instructor coming to our house. In all of our years here we have never had a bad experience.

★★★★★ — Diana, May 2024

Absolutely love this place! Steve and Sam are excellent teachers. Not only do they practice karate here but they also know how to get the kids involved in learning discipline and showing respect to their follow classmates!

★★★★★ — Adrian, Apr 2022

The best instructors I’ve come across in my lifetime. Steve has the ability to teach his style of karate to all ages and do it extremely well! From a 4 year old to an 80 year old and he transfers this onto his staff as well.

★★★★★ — Danny, Feb 2024

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Your first Karate class at Robinson's Karate Co

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 Robinson's Karate Co

8738 Watson Rd, St. Louis, MO63119

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