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TKADojo Martial Arts - Karate & Aikido | Plano, TX

4.9 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Plano, Texas

Karate dojo Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • 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
  • 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 5–8) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • 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 tkadojo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (469) 888-1465

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

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 TKADojo Martial Arts - Karate & Aikido | Plano, TX, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 9 mentions

“Great family owned business and Sense Daniel has a real knack for getting the kids focused and engaged.”

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🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“Whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner, TKADojo Martial Arts offers a nurturing environment for personal growth and development.”

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👤 Private Lessons 2 mentions

“They're excellent with the kids and the one-on-one instruction is second to none.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“The well-structured curriculum caters to all levels and emphasizes practical self-defense skills.”

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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 TKADojo Martial Arts - Karate & Aikido | Plano, TX — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🦵 Taekwondo

“Daniel is great teacher with deep knowledge of karate ,Taekwondo and Aikido.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“The well-structured curriculum caters to all levels and emphasizes practical self-defense skills.”

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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 24 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 5 mentions

“Sensei truly wants the best for his students and you have that true Japanese learning feel to it when it comes to Karate.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 7 mentions

“Also knowing this was my first time training in karate, he was dedicated and committed to all his students learning.”

friendly, respectful dojo 11 mentions

“The professionalism, expertise, and welcoming atmosphere make it stand out among other martial arts schools.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 3 mentions

“The instructors provided individualized attention and guidance, helping students learn new skills and refine their techniques and overcome personal challenges.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions
clean, welcoming dojo 7 mentions

“It's spacious, clean, and thoughtfully designed to provide a conducive environment for learning and practicing martial arts.”

From the reviews

My girls attend Martial Arts classes here. We had to take a break due to one having surgery. I can't wait for them to return. I can clearly see a difference in our home life when they have to answer to Sensei. 😀 Most important for me the girls are very comfortable in his classes and with him.

★★★★★ — Allison, Dec 2020

I am a former student of Sinsei Daniel and from what I can recall he was an excellent teacher! He was patient with me. Also knowing this was my first time training in karate, he was dedicated and committed to all his students learning.

★★★★★ — Taylor, Nov 2020

Great Environment for our son. Before Karate he was sporadic and lacked focus. Now, he is learning self discipline and his ability to focus has improved. We don't think its a coïncidence that this has improved his grades.

★★★★★ — Vincent, Jul 2023

I highly recommend TKADojo Martial Arts to anyone seeking a top-notch martial arts training experience. The professionalism, expertise, and welcoming atmosphere make it stand out among other martial arts schools.

★★★★★ — Didier, Jul 2023

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New to Karate? Start at TKADojo Martial Arts - Karate & Aikido | Plano, TX

TKADojo Martial Arts - Karate & Aikido | Plano, TX comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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.

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Your first Karate class at TKADojo Martial Arts - Karate & Aikido | Plano, TX

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 TKADojo Martial Arts - Karate & Aikido | Plano, TX

3801 W President George Bush Hwy Ste 132, Plano, TX75075

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