Green's Karate - Chattanooga TN
Discover how our martial arts program builds CHAMPIONS in life who are confident, focused, and driven!
See how our competition-proven blueprint and system that we follow in all our Karate classes helps you, your child, or your teenager develop self-defense skills that work, confidence to be a leader in life, and the focus to become successful at anything - no matter if you are 4 or 74.
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Our Programs
Kid's Class
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Click on your child's age group and discover how our program can help your child improve confidence, develop better focus, and learn self-defense skills that work for their age.
Teen Class
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Click on the teen page button below and learn how we help your teen find their confidence, build positive habits, develop SELF-discipline, and learn how to be a leader in their life.
Adult Class
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Find out how our specific class focuses on teaching you self-defense skills that work in a violent situation, and how you can use your skills to neutralize a threat. You'll also get into great shape doing it.
About your head instructor and owner
Hello! I'm Corey Green
I was an "outcast" when I was young. I didn't fit in. That made me different, and created problems for me.
I was bullied. I was teased. I was pushed around.
With Karate, I learned that I didn't need to fight the "bad guy" to win. I just needed to conquer myself.
Now, I help the underdogs find their true potential. And, I show them how to use their personal power to win at life.
Learn more about Corey...
Listen to this interview podcast where Sensei Green shares part of his life story, how his life started, when everything change, the struggles he went through, the lessons he learned, and how he came out the other side stronger.
A very tough story to listen to, but you will have a much better understanding why Green's Karate can be the best choice for you, or your family, if life lesson, character building, and personal defense are at the top of you interests.
What Others Have To Say
Top notch
I've been training at Green's Karate for the past 11 months. During that time I have lost weight and have greatly increased strength, coordination and flexibility. Sensei Green is an excellent teacher, and the assistants are top notch as well.
Robert C. Baker
Loving it
I've been at the dojo somewhere around four months, and I'm loving it. Sensei Green is a great instructor on traditional, authentic, Olympic karate..., and he doesn't just give out belts, like some other dojos do.
Alynthi Marie
Not the same kid
Before starting karate my little one was just... “entitled”. Since he’s started karate he has completely changed! He helps around the house. His attitude is more of the “I can” rather than the “I can’t “. And his manners... man... he is not the same kid.
Summer Sweeney
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Book A Free Class
Try a free class and discover if our program would be a good match for you and/or your family. This is a no-obligation, no-pressure trial class where you can find out if what we do will help you achieve your needs.
Why Choose Our School?
Family-Friendly
It's intimidating to start Karate.
If you, or your child, never have done anything like this, it takes courage to step foot into a martial arts dojo and try a class.
We understand how challenging that first step is. That's why we make our classes beginner-friendly. We'll help you every step of the way.
You can build your confidence from day one. You can begin to see how doing something hard, like Karate, will make your stronger mentally and physically.
Age-Appropriate Classes
No matter your age, you learn best when you are in with your peers.
Here at Green's Karate, we take great care to make sure our classes have the right groups in them. Our kid's classes are broken up into three main ages to help each of our students learn best.
We have a dedicated class for teens. This is great for them because they get to be in with the same age. Making it easier to meet new friends.
Our adult program is easily broken out in class to accommodate the needs of a younger adult while still giving a seasoned adult room to grow and feel safe.
Professionally-Trained Instructors
Our instructors aren't just trained how to teach Karate or competition skills. They learn how to bring the best out in each student.
To do that, they go through weekly, monthly, and yearly instructor training. That entails learning how to teach both mental and physical development. How to tailor a lesson that is age-appropriate. And, they learn how to modify skills and drills to fit the class and each individual attending.
To say the least, our instructors are always learning. We are always growing, and we are always looking for ways to be better.
Karate Helps With Autism
Karate has been known for many benefits, but one of them is helping kids with different challenges in life...
One of those challenges is Autism.
The benefits go beyond just focus, concentration, better hand-eye coordination, but helping a person feel better about themselves and get a winning edge.
Watch the video to see how we changed Brandon's life...
Traditional Karate
Green's Karate is a family and veteran-owned traditional karate (Shito-Ryu) school that has been open since 1998.
Our experienced team of instructors are passionate about teaching karate.
We are dedicated to helping our students reach their individual goals even those in a wheelchair!
We are proud to have made U.S. karate history 13 TIMES with those with autism and blindness.
FAQs
Do you need a uniform to try class?
No. We got you covered. For your first class, you don't need to worry about having anything other than the willingness to give this a try.
Do you need previous training?
Absolutely not! Majority of all out students start with zero Karate experience. If you've never done this before, that is okay. It's the best place to be - a beginner. There is so much to explore and so many new things to learn. You'll have a blast if you've never done this before.
Do you have to compete?
Again, no. It is not a requirement for you to compete. We have a belt structure and system that follows our class training and not competition attendance.
How long does it take to get a black belt?
It generally takes at least four years for someone to get their black belt. This isn't an easy thing. The process is simple, but you'll need to face challenges. You'll need to earn every belt along the way to get to black belt. We don't give anything away here without hard work, perseverance, and effort.
Is it safe to train?
The long and short answer is yes. You are NOT thrown to the wolves to see if you survive. We help you build your skills, give you the opportunity to test your abilities, and then taught how to self-evaluate each of your performances to find your strengths and work on your weak areas.
Areas Covered
Chattanooga
East Ridge
North Georgia
Signal Mountain
Ooltewah
Hixson
Red Bank
Lookout Mountain
Brainerd & East Brainerd
Ringgold
Dalton
Dunlap
Sewanee
Business Hours
Monday - Friday:
9am - 8:30pm
Saturdays:
9am - 2:30pm
Sundays:
Closed