Martial Arts Schools in Houston

“My son loves KMA Taekwondo and looks forward to every class. He truly appreciates the guidance and encouragement of Master Park, Master Julie, and Master Marina. They strike the perfect balance between patience, kindness, and discipline, helping students grow both on and off the mat. The confidence they have instilled in my son has been incredible to watch. We are grateful to be part of such a supportive and welcoming KMA community.“

“Jesse is an amazing instructor. My husband and kids always look forward going to class. Very relaxing environment. Highly recommend! Thank you, Jesse!“

“My brothers have been with Master, Barron for a while and he has been a great instructor. Love's what he does and extremely experienced. 10/10 Recommend.“

“Our son has been taking karate classes for almost a year and has achieved excellent results already. It's a great school, and all the instructors are attentive to each student. I highly recommend it.“

“Great people and school, I swung by last weekend and I had such a good training session 🫶🏻 will definitely comeback“

“Northside Karate is THE place to learn self defense and traditional tae kwon do. This is where you can enhance confidence, learn life saving techniques, and be disciplined. Thank you Grand Master Chambers and NSK staff for all that you do.“

“Outstanding Martial Arts Training at USA Karate Houston!

They are truly a top-tier martial arts academy! The instructors are highly skilled, patient, and passionate about teaching karate, making it an excellent place for students of all ages and experience levels. They emphasize discipline, respect, and self-confidence while ensuring that every student progresses at their own pace.

Whether you're looking for self-defense skills, physical fitness, or a structured program for your child, they deliver outstanding training. Their focus on technique and character development sets them apart from other martial arts schools.

Highly recommended for anyone seeking expert karate instruction in Houston!

Thanks,
Advik“

“My teacher deserves his 4th dan black belt. He's 53 but strong and looks like he's 18. If you really want to build strong muscles come and join the adult class. We have a fee adult students but I want more classmates to compete and train with.“

“My nephew has been going to their classes since last summer, and he loves it! He goes 3-4 times a week, and often chooses to go to their Saturday classes as well because he likes it so much. We notice he has better focus and is more disciplined from what he is learning at the classes. It helps him spend his energy so he isn’t so hyper at home. We look forward to keeping him in the classes.“

“I had my little brother enrolled only for a bit and had to move homes but it was a great way to have him learn and be around kids his age. He really liked it and always does some defense moves at home.
Will try to enroll him again once in the area.“

“Love the gyms. Coach has great teaching style and technique. Everyone is great sparing partners 👌“

“My family and I love this place. My daughter trained here for several years until she obtained her black belt. Looking back this was one the best investments we ever made.“

“I reached out to Sensei Martial Arts in need of after-school pickup services for my daughter, and I truly appreciate Amanda for helping me in the middle of the school year. This was my first time using a transportation service, so I was honestly nervous at first. However, they have been very accommodating, professional, and always on time when picking up my daughter.
I greatly appreciate all of your support and dedication. Most importantly, thank you for ensuring my daughter’s safety, which means the most to me.“

“My daughter really enjoys participating. She’s shown improvement at home with discipline and structure and knows that self defense is a necessity. Coach Walker is patient with all kids and you can tell he’s passionate with his work. 💕“

“The instructors make the kid classes both fun and educational for learning tae kwon do and self defense.“

“Tengo a mi hijo practicando TKD y Boxing y solo puedo decir que es la mejor decisión que he tomado sobre la educación de mi hijo, lo recomiendo de todo corazón, no hay mejor lugar que con la Máster Laura!!“

“Very kid friendly. Very warm family environment. Helps to get & keep your kid on track with education, making good choices, & safety. Teach kid or adult on how to focus on goals & achieve goals. It is a well rounded program.“

“I made a decision to put my kids into karate and it was the best thing I could have done. This way they can get all that pent up energy out! They are in summer camp and they love it! Sensei Patrick is the absolute best!“

“Very nice clean facility. The staff is very welcoming and knowledgeable of their martial arts style.“

“Been here 40 years ago, Master Kim Soo might not remember me, but long time ago he told our class that he fought Bruce Lee. We didn't believe him at first, but then he showed us a picture of him and Bruce Lee. I believe Bruce Lee was doing a demonstration on him. I just want to tell master Kim Soo thank you.“

“Our son has been attending the Aikido classes for a month now. It is an absolutely great place! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for an amazing environment for their children (and adults) to bloom!“

“Our 7-year-old daughter has been attending The Houston Center for Taekwondo for 2.5 years, and it has been an outstanding experience. The instructors are knowledgeable, supportive, and attentive to each student’s growth, helping build both physical skills and confidence. Over the years, we’ve seen her progress not only in her taekwondo abilities but also in her self-discipline and focus.

The center fosters a welcoming environment where young students feel motivated and excited to learn. The classes are well-organized, combining technique with valuable life lessons, like respect and perseverance. Watching her thrive and develop a true passion for the sport has been a rewarding journey. We highly recommend The Houston Center for Taekwondo to any family looking for a nurturing and professional martial arts school.“

“My son started there when he was three. We had to move to another state . My wife was transferred. We miss him. I have nothing but praise for him.“

“Good people here, the adult class has a mix of people new to Shotokan and those returning after a few years away. Sensei Alex has taught me physical and mental aspects of the sport which I'm still learning, I have developed in self discipline and strength....the classes are also fun! You will feel welcome here.“

“I really enjoy learning aikido here. As an adult woman (mid 40’s) I chose this dojo because there's no children training here, and winning competitions is not the goal. The training mat is top notch for taking the harder falls, and I appreciate the changing rooms so I'm not traveling in my gi.I receive instruction from a wide range of people and ranks, and the years of experience the senior instructors have is hard to find. This is a difficult martial art and I've never felt put down for not being as quick or capable as others.Update (04/04/22): We made it through COVID and remain an active dojo. I still train here and am on track to earn my black belt despite my body trying to break down on me (injury not related to aikido LOL). I've added the SMR Jodo classes and find I really enjoy learning the weapons system in addition to the hands-on aikido system.“