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Super T Karate Inc.
4.7 ★★★★★ 91 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Grand Rapids, Michigan
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 4–18) — 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 supertkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 616-364-5111
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9:30–11 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Super T Karate has become one of the most influential places in my life and I plan on staying and giving back to the school for everything my son and I have been given as students.”
“Our son has been with Super T since he was 4 starting in Little Dragons!”
“They not only teach karate and self-defense, but they also teach important values and everyday life lessons that are so important to building good character.”
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“They not only teach karate and self-defense, but they also teach important values and everyday life lessons that are so important to building good character.”
What students say
“Master Terry, Shihan Mark, Senseis Leah, Ryan, Nick, and Victoria and black belt Kevin give excellent instruction and I find myself looking forward to each class.”
“Super T is truly exceptional-the instructors are patient, knowledgeable, and creative and supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable progressing at their own pace.”
“If that weren’t enough for any parent, our daughter is receiving excellent karate instruction with a focus on correct technique and gets plenty of time from each instructor.”
“Off the mat Teachers and other Coaches always rave about our sons respect, focus & sportsmanship and we truly believe Super T has a huge impact on that!”
“Each week I can see the clear growth in their karate skills but more importantly I can see them developing better discipline and a greater ability to maintain focus.”
From the reviews
My daughter has been going to Super T Karate for 5 months now. Master Terry, Sensei Leah, and the entire staff are excellent instructors. They not only teach karate and self-defense, but they also teach important values and everyday life lessons that are so important to building good character.
After almost 30 years’ absence from martial arts, I decided to return again at age 68. I chose Super T Karate and I am very pleased. I have been taking classes here now for the past 3 years and I love it! It has reawakened and expanded my love for the martial arts.
I have been attending Super T Karate for a few years now and also signed my special needs son in classes a couple years ago. The staff is fantastic with students of all ages and work to help those students with special needs without making the student fell different from the rest of the class.
My son has been attending here for almost 2 years and we love it. Before Super T my son was having some serious anger issues, had low self esteem and was struggling in school. We searched professional help and Karate was recommended.
New to Karate? Start at Super T Karate Inc.
Super T Karate Inc. 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 Super T Karate Inc.
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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