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Shaolin Kempo Studios of Self

5 ★★★★★ 7 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Georgetown, Kentucky

Part of Kenpo / Kempo Karate

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Hours

Monday 5:30–8 pm
Tuesday 11:30 am–1 pm, 6–8 pm
Wednesday 5:30–8 pm
Thursday 11:30 am–1 pm, 6–8 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 10–11:30 am
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 Shaolin Kempo Studios of Self, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 3 mentions

“Wright are such wonderfully people I love them and loved spending my childhood at the stuido with them and the great people there.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 7 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 3 mentions

“Family friendly, top notch instructors.”

From the reviews

Excellent instructors for new, young students. Went there with a 4 year old and it went so well his 7 year old sister joined in on the 1st day instruction. Both kids were enrolled after the first night.

★★★★★ — John, Nov 2022

Family friendly, top notch instructors. I have studied here for over 25 years! The instruction is very practical for real-world situations! This pace is my home away from home and my second family!

★★★★★ — Raymond, Apr 2023

Mr. And Mrs. Wright are such wonderfully people I love them and loved spending my childhood at the stuido with them and the great people there. 🥰🥰🥰🥰

★★★★★ — Michele, Apr 2025

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Your first Karate class at Shaolin Kempo Studios of Self

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 Shaolin Kempo Studios of Self

808 S Broadway St #7, Georgetown, KY40324

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