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Tracy's Karate

5 ★★★★★ 6 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Troy, Illinois

Karate dojo Kids & teens Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 5–12) — 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
  • Website & schedule tracyskaratetroyil.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 618-531-5273

The classes they run

Karate classes on the schedule at Tracy's Karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 4 mentions

“It's a fantastic community for the kids to learn in.”

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🥋 Adult Karate 2 mentions

“Excellent program & staff for adults and kids.”

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🌀 Kata (Forms)

“Tests include self defense techniques; katas (set patterns of attacks and defensive moves); and foundational strikes, blocks and kicks.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“Each student gets a private, 30-minute, one-on-one lesson and all are encouraged to participate in age-appropriate group sessions (separate sessions for adults & kids).”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Tests include self defense techniques; katas (set patterns of attacks and defensive moves); and foundational strikes, blocks and kicks.”

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

🥋 Jiu-Jitsu

“This style of karate blends a bit of Jiu Jitsu and focuses on rapid striking in succession.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Tests include self defense techniques; katas (set patterns of attacks and defensive moves); and foundational strikes, blocks and kicks.”

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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 6 Google reviews — in their own words.

active competition / tournament team 2 mentions

“The program has high standards and if a student doesn’t show the expected level of competence, he or she gets more practice and then retests.”

traditional style & affiliation 2 mentions

“They take a personal interest in your child, and really do care that he or she has a focused, athletic, and active experience learning Kenpo karate.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 3 mentions

“They take a personal interest in your child, and really do care that he or she has a focused, athletic, and active experience learning Kenpo karate.”

From the reviews

Excellent program & staff for adults and kids. I started the Tracy’s Kenpo Karate Troy program in January of 2012 at the age of 55 and I’m still at it at 62. The program and staff are exceptional.

★★★★★ — John, Mar 2018

They take a personal interest in your child, and really do care that he or she has a focused, athletic, and active experience learning Kenpo karate. This style of karate blends a bit of Jiu Jitsu and focuses on rapid striking in succession. The prices are reasonable and your child will feel a sense of accomplishment.

★★★★★ — Patrick, Nov 2015

Master Billy Dalton is extremely supportive and encouraging. Great place for the whole family to learn!

★★★★★ — Jennifer, Mar 2018

It has been an honor to work with Master Billy Dalton over the years. He is a fantastic instructor!

★★★★★ — Mark, Mar 2018

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Your first Karate class at Tracy's Karate

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 Tracy's Karate

503 Ohara Dr #6, Troy, IL62294

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