Karate Charlotte

Ballantyne karate plus kids jiu-jitsu

Karate Charlotte operates from a studio on Ardrey Kell Road in Ballantyne, offering both traditional karate tracks and a dedicated kids BJJ program. The school is character-focused - testimonials consistently highlight behavior and confidence improvements, not just belt advancement.

Classes from age 4 through adult

Age-tiered structure with add-on specialty classes. Programs include:
- Kubs (ages 4-6) - intro karate
- Juniors (ages 7-12) - belt-track karate
- Teen Martial Arts (12+)
- Weaponry Class (ages 8+)
- Kids Jiu-Jitsu (ages 7+)
- Adult Karate and Jiu-Jitsu
- Summer camps
- Birthday parties

What's Included

• Starter gi/dobok in welcome package
• Belt-rank progression with formal testing
• Multi-style exposure under one membership (karate + BJJ)
• Small age-grouped classes
• Indoor dojo facility

Experience

Kids pick up karate fundamentals, then add jiu-jitsu or weaponry as they progress - a broader martial arts education than a pure single-style school. A good fit for Ballantyne families who want depth beyond "kick and punch."