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The Karate School

5 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Lemoore, California

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  • Free trial / intro class most dojos welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 3–5) — 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
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  • Website & schedule karateconfidence.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (559) 924-5425

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 Closed
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 The Karate School, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 22 mentions

“TKS not only taught my kids how to defend themselves, but also discipline, following instructions, confidence, respect, and life lessons.”

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🥊 Kumite / Sparring

“I appreciate the discipline that TKS instills, the philosophical components of classes, and the rising confidence I see in my kids through sparring and making new friends.”

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Teens

“Only sport I could get my teenager to like and being at the dojo has improved my 7 year olds self control.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 5 mentions

“The school blends traditional American Kenpo with modern grappling and striking to create a highly effective self-defense system.”

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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 The Karate School — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 5 mentions

“The school blends traditional American Kenpo with modern grappling and striking to create a highly effective self-defense system.”

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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 28 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 2 mentions

“The instructor is great with the little kids, he teaches them respect and discipline!”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions

“There is a practical balance of theory and application on a week-to-week basis as well as opportunities for in-depth discussions about forms and techniques.”

🧒 strong kids program 9 mentions

“TKS not only taught my kids how to defend themselves, but also discipline, following instructions, confidence, respect, and life lessons.”

traditional style & affiliation 2 mentions

“The school blends traditional American Kenpo with modern grappling and striking to create a highly effective self-defense system.”

💵 good value / fair pricing 2 mentions

“Memberships are affordable but you really can’t put a price on what these students are learning here.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 22 mentions

“In addition to self-defense, The Karate School is a great place for all to learn confidence, respect, mental toughness, and countless other skills that help in everyday life.”

From the reviews

I've been very pleased with the staff and student leaders at TKS; they are nice, patient, and caring of all the enrolled kids. Communication with families is very good and staff are easy to get a hold of when needed.

★★★★★ — Ashley, Jul 2023

Outstanding school! My son and I have been training here for over 5 years and cannot recommend it enough! The school blends traditional American Kenpo with modern grappling and striking to create a highly effective self-defense system.

★★★★★ — Joshua, Jul 2023

I've been sending two children to TKS in Lemoore for a few years now. My kids love the pacing of the classes, fun activities, and testing for new belts when they are ready.

★★★★★ — Brian, Jul 2023

TKS not only taught my kids how to defend themselves, but also discipline, following instructions, confidence, respect, and life lessons. The instructor himself is the perfect balance of stern but understanding. He cares about each kid on a personal level and pushes them to reach their full potentials.

★★★★★ — Grace, Jul 2023

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Your first Karate class at The Karate School

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 The Karate School

325 E St, Lemoore, CA93245

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