At American Karate & Self-Defense We Strive To Provide A Safe And Friendly Environment For Students Of All Ages To Learn At Their Own Pace To The Best Of His Or Her Ability. Our Mission Is To Promote Excellence In Physical And Mental Growth Through Focused Training. Our Greatest Responsibility Is To Instill In Our Students A Sense Of Disciple And Code Of Ethics To Inspire Them To Become Good Citizens. We Train In The American Tae Kwon Do Style, Which Combines The Benefits And Traditions Of Many Ancient Martial Arts With Practical Self-defense Techniques Developed Over The Past Century. Although We Honor All These Traditions, We Are Always Seeking New And Exciting Ways To Motivate Our Students. American Karate & Self-Defense Is Owned And Operated By Mr. Ray Gomez 6th Dan And His Wife Mary Gomez, Also A Black Belt. Mr. And Mrs. Gomez Both Trained With The Legendary Troy Dorsey Who Owned And Operated This School For Many Years. Mr. Gomez Attributes His Success To The Example Set By Mr. Dorsey. Ray Gomez Head Instructor 6th Dan Tae Kwon Do 1st Dan USA Free Style Karate 33 Years Teaching Experience 30 Years Black Belt Experience Mary Gomez Program Director 1st Dan Tae Kwon Do Mr. Sioco Sr. Instructor 6th Dan Tae Kwon Do
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miriam.deniger

01/10/2013

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Great school! Great instructors!
I'm learning a lot!

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miriam.deniger

01/10/2013

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mchatch

09/18/2010

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If you want your child's confidence level to bloom, send him/her here

My two sons have thrived at American Karate and Self Defense. They have more self-control, self-respect, and self-confidence. Mr. and Mrs. Gomez give of their time in and out of class to make sure every student and parent feels welcome and wanted.



Mr. Cmar, one of the instructors, has had a HUGE impact on my son, who was quiet, and unsure of himself. My son would do just about anything the Gomez's or Mr. Cmar says, because he knows they care and want what's best for him. He respects them, us, and most of all, himself.



Our family can't say enough wonderful things about AK&SD. If you are considering starting your child, you can rest assured that whether he/she has behavior problems, confidence problems, or no problems, he/she will get the attention and information he/she needs to be successful at whatever is in his/her future.

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reggie45

12/18/2009

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great school my grandchildren ...

great school my grandchildren love the classes!

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ray75228

01/03/2009

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a great school

AKSD is a great place to learn martial arts. if you're just starting out, you can go as hard and fast or as slow and soft as you want. you set your own pace and your own goals. the instructors won't push you too far and won't let you slack off either. there's usually a black belt around to give you individual instruction on anything you're not getting in class. if you're an accomplished martial artist, this is one of the best schools around. several black belts from other schools come to our school to get training they're not getting from their own. i started working out at AKSD when i was 36 (without any interest in working out in the past) and now i'm one of the instructors. this place really makes you feel like you're at home.

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Mon - Thu:
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Payment method
all major credit cards, amex, discover, master card, visa
Location
Whiterock Marketplace
Neighborhoods
Casa View, Northeast Dallas
Social Links
Categories
Self Defense Instruction & Equipment, Health Resorts, Martial Arts Equipment & Supplies, Martial Arts Instruction
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Parking: Free

Bike Parking: Yes

Classes Offered: Martial Arts, Self-Defense

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