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TigerMan Karate Dojo and Museum
4.6 ★★★★★ 67 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Memphis, Tennessee
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.
Tour and bus trip that explores the life of Elvis Presley at Graceland and beyond.
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 5–17) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Weapons / kobudo traditional weapons (kobudo) classes — kata with the bo, sai, and nunchaku, taught with control and discipline
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule thetigermanmuseum.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 901-720-0959
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 10 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 12–4 pm |
The classes they run
“I came by the Tigerman Karate Dojo & Museum for the first time and it was an incredible experience.”
“Thank you Pat who is my good friend, Danny "AKA- Memphis Mafia Kid", Billy "AKA- The Spa Guy", and Joey.”
What students say
“I came by the Tigerman Karate Dojo & Museum for the first time and it was an incredible experience.”
“He has given up time to be with his family instead choosing to hustle and grind for the vision he had for us "Elvis fans.”
“The Tigerman Dojo is so close to Graceland and well worth the visit!”
From the reviews
This museum is a must see for any true Elvis fan. If you want to know more about the personal side of Elvis and his love of martial arts, you need to take this tour. There are so many different items to see here. We were amazed. We first met Gabby. She is so nice and knowledgeable. She will help with anything you need.
Really enjoyed the visit and seeing true history of Elvis. Thank you Pat who is my good friend, Danny "AKA- Memphis Mafia Kid", Billy "AKA- The Spa Guy", and Joey. Real family here to tell visitors "the fans" which are a larger family of Elvis.
I was given a great tour by Joey. I got to see a lot of things connected to Elvis' love of martial arts as well as video footage of him in the dojo. The personal memorabilia that has been with family members and collectors for many years was wonderful.
Great experience at the History of The TigerMan Karate Dojo & Museum located . Glad to finally see the actual Dojo where Mr.Tiger, Elvis Presley worked out. Amazing Museum and one of the best piece of the History, the Iconic Ambulance from August 16th, 1977.
New to Karate? Start at TigerMan Karate Dojo and Museum
TigerMan Karate Dojo and Museum 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 TigerMan Karate Dojo and Museum
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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