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 discipline and code of ethics to inspire them to become good citizens.
American Karate & Self-Defense is owned and operated by Mr. Ray Gomez 5th 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.
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.
Based on 4 Reviews
Add ReviewMy daughter is 9 years old and has been attending American Karate for 18 months. McKenzie loves going to karate and even loves helping with other classes. Mr. and Mrs. Gomez are great instructors and have the patience of Job! We are very thankful for everything they do, and we feel very lucky to be a part of such a special place! Jennifer, Scott, and McKenzie ManerReport
My daughter is 9 years old and has been attending American Karate for 18 months. McKenzie loves going to karate and even loves helping with other classes. Mr. and Mrs. Gomez are great instructors and have the patience of Job! We are very thankful for everything they do, and we feel very lucky to be a part of such a special place! Jennifer, Scott, and McKenzie ManerReport
Ray's American Karate School has a home like feeling of it's own. You are treated very welcome the minute you walk through the door. They have a great variety in age of the instructors, which I feel is important to address the range of age groups they teach. Mrs. Gomez is very calm and patient, especially with the 4-6 age group. She takes time out to teach each child individually. Mr. Gomez has a way of talking to the "Little Dragons" that draws out the kids interest. He asks the kids good questions in kid language that gets them thinking. The rest of the instructors are absolutely awesome. This is defintely a karate school that you can stay with throughout your karate years.Report
Ray's American Karate School has a home like feeling of it's own. You are treated very welcome the minute you walk through the door. They have a great variety in age of the instructors, which I feel is important to address the range of age groups they teach. Mrs. Gomez is very calm and patient, especially with the 4-6 age group. She takes time out to teach each child individually. Mr. Gomez has a way of talking to the "Little Dragons" that draws out the kids interest. He asks the kids good questions in kid language that gets them thinking. The rest of the instructors are absolutely awesome. This is defintely a karate school that you can stay with throughout your karate years.Report