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Texas IsshinRyu Karate Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Fort Worth, Texas
Part of Isshinryu Karate
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
- 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
- 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 ftworthkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 817-900-0405
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“He is most Humble person , very professional , knows how to deal with kids and adults.”
“My daughter just joined his for 2 months and now she has learned a lot , self defense, confident and discipline.”
“If you are far into karate, or if you are a complete beginner, give this dojo a try.”
Other martial arts here
“It was a parent art of mainly BJJ, Judo, and Aikido.”
“Brittany has an amazing professional background knowledge of the style and incorporated both aikido and judo techniques derived from itself.”
“My daughter just joined his for 2 months and now she has learned a lot , self defense, confident and discipline.”
What students say
“Mr Jason & team you definitely deserve 5 star , he is the best instructor I have ever meet.”
“Five stars is not enough💯This place is not just a dojo; this place has become my second home and these teachers and classmates have become like family to me.”
“Brittany has an amazing professional background knowledge of the style and incorporated both aikido and judo techniques derived from itself.”
“Karate at TIKA has brought out the best in my son. He has grown more confident in himself and his abilities.”
“Having learned leadership, commitment, determination in the academy has put "G" in a possession to compete at a high level.”
“Jason and all of the instructors at Texas IsshinRyu Karate are wonderful teachers and more importantly, great humans.”
From the reviews
I am a student at this dojo, (currently a green belt) and I cannot recommend it enough. The instructors are so passionate about karate and you can tell they value their students.
Parents, get one up, Join TIKA!! Gavino (9 year old) has being in TIKA for over 4 years. We are pleased to inform that this experience has leaped him into the world of youth sports. Having learned leadership, commitment, determination in the academy has put "G" in a possession to compete at a high level.
This place was the perfect choice for my daughter to learn karate. Couldn't be happier. Her confidence and mentality has progressed positively so much since going here! The teachers are down to earth while being relatable to the kids, but also teaching self discipline, respect for yourself, and others.
Mr. Jason and all of the instructors at Texas IsshinRyu Karate are wonderful teachers and more importantly, great humans. We love their teaching methods, their ability to show and teach self-esteem/worth, and most importantly demonstrate positive mentorship.
New to Karate? Start at Texas IsshinRyu Karate Academy
Texas IsshinRyu Karate Academy 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 Texas IsshinRyu Karate Academy
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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