Bushiken Karate Charlotte Dojo
About
Bushiken Karate Charlotte Dojo offers a comprehensive martial arts experience with training in MMA, judo, and karate. The dojo blends traditional training formats with modern techniques that members find applicable to real-world scenarios. Head instructor Randall Ephraim, also referred to as Sensei or Shihan Ephraim, brings extensive experience and passion to his teaching, creating an environment where students develop practical self-defense skills alongside discipline and courtesy. The coaching style emphasizes authenticity and real-world application, attracting both children and adult students who value a structured yet adaptable approach to martial arts.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise head instructor Randall Ephraim, also known as Sensei or Shihan Ephraim, for his extensive experience, passion, and effective teaching methods that blend traditional and modern techniques. They describe the dojo as a hidden gem with a welcoming atmosphere where students are courteous and disciplined, enhancing the overall training experience. Specific highlights include the instructor's real-world heroism in protecting a community member from a kidnapper, which members view as a testament to the dojo's values and impact. No concerns are mentioned in the reviews, with all feedback being overwhelmingly positive about the coaching quality and environment.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
David Williams
7 years ago
Five stars for protecting a woman from a kidnapper. THIS is why martial arts are vital and improve lives and communities. The results [see: stretcher and hospital for the criminal] speak for themselves. Well done, Sensei Ephraim!
Paul Tamez
7 years ago
Many ask, ,"why did you not disappear when Thanos snapped his fingers?". The answer is quite simple, Thanos knew better. Randall is one of the greatest martial artist you will ever meet. Hailing from Wakanda, onetime black panther until he got bored. Randall Ephram trained many greats such as Chuck norris, Bruce Wayne, Batman, The Power rangers, The teenage mutant ninja turtles, Shredder, Splinter, Oroku Saki, Goku, King T'challa, us karate champion Ken Masters, Ryu, Akuma, and Hannah Montana. You will get your dollars worth here. You want to project energy particles? HADOUKEN Move fast enough to dodge bullets? Trinity! Protect your dog? It's personal. Start your journey today!
Marvin Saint-Cyr
2 years ago
I have had the honor of training at this dojo. This place is truly a hidden gem. The teacher Shihan Ephraim has a ton of experience and is passionate about karate. He provides a traditional training format with modern techniques that are applicable to real world scenarios. The students there are courteous and disciplined. I cannot speak highly enough about training method and environment. If you are looking for an authentic martial arts experience than look no further.
Theo Black
7 years ago
Head instructor Randall Ephraim, center, fought off the suspect (CNN)A man tries to kidnap a woman by forcing her into his car, in north Charlotte. She breaks free, and runs into a nearby karate studio pleading for help. You can already see how this ends: with the suspect being carried out on a stretcher after a fight with a karate head instructor. The incident happened at 9 pm Thursday outside Bushiken Karate Charlotte Dojo, according to CNN affiliate WSOC and the head instructor, Randall Ephraim. Ephraim told CNN he was straightening up the dojo, the karate studio, when the woman rushed inside: "There were still some kids in the dojo being picked up by parents and a couple of adult students cleaning up when a young lady came through our doors and stated that someone was trying to harm her," he told CNN. "Shortly afterward, a big male entered the building," he said. "Not knowing what he wanted, I assumed he was inquiring about classes." "I asked how I could assist him and he stated that he was there for the lady. She insisted that she did not know him and tried to kidnap her."
Nick Bauer
7 years ago
Sensei, From time to time someone does something that makes me hopeful about humanity. Today, you are that person. Please accept my respect and admiration for you sir. If this moment of real-life response causes your classes to overflow, it will be worthy compensation for your actions and example.
Contact
5104 Reagan Dr, Charlotte, NC 28206, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours