Martial Arts Schools near Irmo

“My son trains at the Irmo location of Legacy Martial Arts, and it’s been a great experience for our family. Coach Kenn does an outstanding job keeping him engaged, focused, and genuinely excited to show up every class. That consistency matters, especially with kids. What stands out is how well the instructors balance discipline with fun. They’re not just teaching techniques, they’re building confidence, respect, and work ethic. That lines up with what many other parents report, seeing noticeable growth in their kids’ confidence and focus after just a few months. The environment is very family-oriented and supportive. It’s clear the coaches actually care about each student’s development, not just in martial arts but in life skills as well. Parents consistently mention the positive culture, encouragement from instructors, and how kids stay motivated long-term. If you’re looking for a place that keeps kids engaged while teaching discipline and confidence, Legacy in Irmo is a strong option. Coach Kenn has been a big part of making that experience meaningful for my son.“

“Our 4 year old grandson, Cam, just started going to Black Tiger Tae Kwon Do and we hear he loves it! We can’t wait to see all the skills he learns both physically and also developmentally with discipline, patience, and responsibility.“

“Vitali Family Karate is such an amazing karate facility! The instructors are phenomenal and really care about the kids. My child absolutely loves going each week!“

“Great place. My daughter has been coming here since 2022. Her confidence has built up and she has learned so many moves in karate. Mr. David and Riley are great teachers.“

“I'm a former resident of Columbia that moved to Florida some years back. I started training BJJ there and when I recently visited Columbia to see family, I wanted to get in some training on Saturday morning. I contacted Sensei Carter about a drop-in and he was very welcoming. The academy is very nice and well-maintained. Everyone was so friendly and I picked up some great tips for my guillotine. It was such a great experience, I would certainly train more at this academy if I was in the area!“

“We have taken our children here for years for after school, camp and karate, they’re the absolute best! We have 5 boys and a daughter that is special needs. The boys all get the fun and discipline they need while our daughter is always welcomed and included in all of the activities. We would give more stars if we could!“

“Great facility, helpful staff, and amazing hours. They're also constantly improving the facility, which is nice. They did put me into collections for $120 without warning while I was deployed, though, so I have to dock a star for that.“