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Trinity Martial Arts Academy
5 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Richland, Washington
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
- 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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule tmaakarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 509-308-6046
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–12 pm, 4–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–8 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–12 pm, 4–7 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son went here years ago when he was young and loved it and learned a lot from Sensei Mike.”
“My daughter started just a week ago as a little dragon & is in LOVE.”
“As a mom in today’s world I really like the idea of him learning self defense.”
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“As a mom in today’s world I really like the idea of him learning self defense.”
What students say
“My daughter absolutely loves Sensei Mike he is amazing with the little kiddos!”
“He is amazing at what he does and works great with little ones, encouraging, welcoming and creating a safe place for them to be themselves while instilling a sense of discipline.”
“My daughter absolutely loves Sensei Mike he is amazing with the little kiddos!”
“He is not into team sports but karate has kept him active while learning respect, discipline, and self motivation.”
From the reviews
Best environment! We love everything our kids and family get from all our associations with TMAA! Really excellent instruction too!
The best karate dojo ever! Family friendly, community minded, and knowledgeable staff.
Started out because my younger brother and sister LOVED it. They wanted me to give it a try and since I was a third student, my family got a deal on my schooling. Over the course of my 9 months, I felt confident in the first few in the ability to defend myself, but also I was surrounded by an amazing community.
We love it here! My three kids and I attend karate here and I would highly recommend it! My kids are 10, 7 and 7. They have developed such a high level of confidence from going here. A huge part of this is due to sensei Mike.
New to Karate? Start at Trinity Martial Arts Academy
Trinity Martial Arts 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 Trinity Martial Arts 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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