National Karate MMA 1119 Wappoo Road, Charleston, SC 29407

"Both coaches take time to make sure everyone is learning the concepts that are being shown. Our son loves his class and learning the different disciplines of martial arts."

"We love our karate studio!! My daughter has been attending NKMMA/ West Ashley for a few years now for karate, after school care and Summer Camp! We couldn’t be happier and she has been exposed to so many wonderful people! Coach Nate, Miss Oriana and all of the additional staff are exceptional with the kids and what a great outlet to teach your children discipline, respect and self defense all in one?!? They are always so accommodating and provide safe and friendly environment in which I know my child is well taken care of! I am super grateful to have found this organization and would recommend this to anyone with school-aged kiddos!!"

"My daughter is on her second year with the National Karate after school program and it has been a saving grace to us and our tiny girl. She loves it here & raves about all of the coaches. We love the fun nights that she’s able to attend and get her energy out while mom/dad get to have time to themselves on a Friday night! She’s gotten more confident and it allows her to make more friends between the super cool samurai bus she takes directly from school and the summer camp offered. The price is also very affordable for a dual home income & worth every penny."

"As a working mom, I knew I would need an afterschool program for my son when he started kindergarten. I thought he might as well learn a skill while he waits for me to pick him up. After we went for the 2 trial days and he loved it, National Karate was a no brainer for me. This is his second year there and he has gone from an apprehensive child to leading and demonstrating the skills in class. Coach Nate is exceptional. He knows every kid's name, and he gives every kid in the class individual instruction. He doesn't just teach MMA skills. They learn confidence, rules, manners, respect, and overall, how to be a successful person. Coach Oriana is awesome too. If I need anything or have any issues, they are immediately addressed. My son is thriving with this program. I don't have to worry about after school car lines, e-learning and teacher work days, etc. That is all taken care of. My son is happy to go and socialize with his buddies from different schools. His homework is done and checked when he's picked up. The summer program was a hit as well. You won't be disappointed. These are excellent life lessons for your child in a great environment."

"We found National Karate MMA in West Ashley this summer and tried out some classes to see if our boys (ages 5 & 8) would be interested. They love it!! The coaches are amazing!! They are so excited to come home and share what skills they've learned. They just moved up in their belt rankings and they are so proud of themselves! They are making tons of new friends. We are thrilled that the coaches reinforce our philosophies of showing respect and living with honor and integrity both inside and outside of the studio. We signed up for the after school program so they pick up the boys from school and I can scoop them up on my way home from work, which is very convenient to our house. The studio even offers Parents' Nights Out and the kids are extremely excited about participating. Be sure to sign up early if you want one of those slots so as not to end up in the Parent Doghouse like I did this month! We could not be happier with this studio and the support and encouragement the boys are receiving. Thanks, Coach Nate, and thanks to all of your wonderful staff!!!"