Austin Karate Academy
About
Northwest Austin's World Tang Soo Do Academy
Austin Karate Academy sits on Anderson Mill Road in northwest Austin, affiliated with the World Tang Soo Do Association. It's a traditional Korean-style karate school with a full kids' program alongside family-friendly training options.
Kids Programs
Age-banded tracks with a clear belt progression. Options include:
- Tiny Tigers (ages 4-7) - coordination, focus, and listening skills; twice weekly (Mon/Wed or Tue/Thu)
- Youth Karate (ages 8+) - traditional Tang Soo Do curriculum with belt progression
- Family Classes - parents train alongside kids in the 8+ block
- Kids Jiu Jitsu and Judo cross-training available at the same location
What's Included
- Structured belt-testing progression under World Tang Soo Do Association standards
- Twice-weekly schedule for steady practice
- Hours: Mon-Thu 5:00-8:30 PM; Sat 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
- Closed Friday and Sunday
Experience
A traditional, curriculum-driven karate school rather than a flashy-chain cardio kickboxing spot. The Tiny Tigers-to-Youth-to-Family ladder keeps a kid in the same dojo for 10+ years. Worth calling for seasonal summer camp availability.