This is one of the most well equipped and spacious facilities I have had the pleasure of visiting…read morein my 20+ years in the martial arts. In my opinion Asheville Shuri-ryu Karate-do kai is the most authentic and well staffed karate dojo in all of Western North Carolina. Sensei Wagner has an impeccable reputation in the karate community and is highly certified by several well recognized martial arts organisations. He also smiles a lot!

From the owner: We are a Hombu Dojo for Trias Karate in western North Carolina. Teaching Shuri-ryu, Shorei-kempo,…read moreGoju-Shorei-ryu and Kobudo. We specialize in the traditional application of Tuite in Okinawan karate-jutsu. Our classes cover traditional technique (renshū), self-defense (goshin-jutsu) and sport competition (shiai). Whether you are a parent wanting a great karate school for kids or just looking for yourself, look no further! Accepting students aged 5 through 95. Join Today!!

Mr. and Mrs. Scota are amazing. This is a family operated business, and their love for the students…read moreshows. My 5 year old yellow belt has grown so much since being a part of their program. They teach far more than just karate. They always correct with kindness and assure the kids that they are capable of anything. Since the covid crisis, they have been offering multiple weekly online classes, both group and private settings. Really, the flexibility of the staff is amazing. We are finally back to having in-person instruction, and we are so excited! They are very clean and organized and have gone above and beyond to keep everyone healthy, safe, and well taken care of. I can't say enough about this establishment. Just amazing people to be around.

Scota karate academy has been a huge part of my families life. Myself my wife and both of my…read morechildren train here. Master Scota , Mrs Scota and all of the Scota team are amazing instructors. They are patient and really care about their students . There is a strong family vibe amongst all the students/families, and they are learning not just karate/self defense but strong life skills that will carry with them . Do yourself a favor , go check em out .

Awesome teaching! Mr Nick is great with no ego. Not after your money like some mc do'jos in town…read more My son loves it!!!

This is an amazing place to take your kids, or even yourself, to learn about martial arts and self…read moredefense. They are very knowledgeable, helpful and patient. If I could give more starts I would. Go to TTJC Karate

Great staff and instructors. Highly recommended for kids and adults. It's white collar adult…read morefriendly but can still get after it if you want to.

Refuses to pay employee after they resigned. We have several pictures and testimonies from parents…read moreand employees who removed their children due to unsafe environment. Evidently has influence with higher powers that be in Knoxville as many safety issues at this business have been 'overlooked'.

Awesome Dojo. great instructors. Work so well with young people. It is able to teach respect while…read moremaking it so much fun.

My nephew has been here for a few years and he loves it. The instructors are great and the whole…read morestaff is nice. I've also been here a couple times for birthday parties. Everyone is very professional and the parties have always ran smooth! The facility is new and roomy and plenty of parking!

Very high quality martial arts studio, I've been going here for the past 4 years. This place…read moreteaches perfection of the basics rather than in-depth sophisticated techniques that can never be applied to any fighting situation. Jerry Dula masterfully teaches traditional kata and techniques which he explains that one wouldn't use in real situations; and also teaches basic self-defense, and how to be able to defend yourself in many different situations. After having visited many other martial arts studios, I believe this deserves all five stars that it is being awarded

From the owner: Karate, Tae Kwon Do, Judo, Martial Arts, Asheville Karateread more

Eun has made a family-friendly atmosphere, he is a highly trained instructors with very authentic…read moretraining. I am very happy to have my son join the group.

We are still attending over two years later! We plan to continue to black belt and beyond. Students…read moreadvance regularly at 3 month intervals as long as they come to classes and practice, with minimum six months between black belt tests. Master Eun is still as wonderful as he was on our first day and he teaches every class except on very rare occasions when another instructor fills in (but they teach just like him). The higher degree black belts (4th +) he has who help test are just as encouraging as he is. They practice with the kids before testing begins and help them do their best. Testing is about showing off what they know, not humiliating them for any lack. It's always encouraging even if the kids feel stressed having all eyes on them (understandable! But no shame ever comes from the leaders). Master Eun is big on teaching leadership, humility, and respect and he models those values, too. I'm still so glad we became involved with EMAC! The kids have made many friends here and they see them outside of class time which is a blessing!

I took karate here for close to 10 years as a kid. At 14 I chose to quit for personal reasons and…read moreMarty told all my childhood karate friends that he "kicked me out". That being said, this place is for kids to make memories and friends, not for professional fighters. Also, if you're a mother bringing your child... try and stay as far away from Marty as possible.

Great place to learn the sport from someone who really knows what they are talking about.read more