Cape Fear Isshin-Ryu Karate & After-school
About
This martial arts gym specializes in Isshin-Ryu karate and offers comprehensive training for both children and adults. Led by experienced head instructors Brent Holland and Byron Holland, who hold high-ranking black belts in Isshin-Ryu and Kobudo, the facility provides authentic karate instruction alongside MMA training. The instructors bring their professional teaching backgrounds into the dojo, creating an educational environment where students can master skills they never thought possible. The gym also operates a popular after-school program that families consistently praise for its safety and value.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the family-friendly atmosphere and excellent instruction, with multiple reviewers mentioning their children's love for the gym. Specific coaches Brent and Byron Holland receive direct compliments for their teaching approach and the safe environment they create. Reviewers highlight the value of the after-school program and note the gym's affordability compared to other dojos. Several long-term members mention returning year after year and recommend the gym enthusiastically for both children and adults seeking martial arts training.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Catherine Spry
3 months ago
My grandson loves it. Nicest people ever.
George Powell
a year ago
My children studied at Cape Fear Isshin-Ryu for years and loved it. We had birthday parties there, Dodge Ball Tournaments, and summer camps. Brent and Byron are Teachers in their every day life and Karate instructors part time. It is Christian based but being Christian is not necessary. Great people and outstanding experience.
Kristie Ford
3 months ago
My daughter absolutely loves it there!!!
Jeremiah Elmore
5 years ago
If you or your family are interested in learning martial arts then this is a fantastic place to turn to. They offer not only a great environment to train in for both kids and adults, but also a terrific after-school program that is headed up by the best instructors. This is a location that I've found myself coming back to year after year and I don't regret a single moment of it. I cannot recommend Cape Fear Isshin-Ryu enough for anyone who wants to learn and grow with the martial arts world.
Harley Philyaw
4 years ago
i been going for 2 years and it is lots of fun and you learn a lot and you master a lot of skills you never could accolmplish- so I think you and your family should come out to cape fear isshinryu because it is the cheapest karte dojo out there and the most safest and kindest!
Contact
2704 Exchange Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 2:30 – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 2:30 – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 2:30 – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 2:30 – 6:00 PM
Friday: 2:30 – 6:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Brent Holland
Head Instructor
7th degree black belt Isshin-Ryu, 4th degree black belt Kobudo
Co-founder with over 40 years of martial arts training. Licensed educator in North Carolina.
Byron Holland
Head Instructor
6th degree black belt Isshin-Ryu, 3rd degree black belt Kobudo
Co-founder with over 40 years of martial arts training. Licensed educator in North Carolina.