New Visions Dojo
About
New Visions Dojo offers mixed martial arts, judo, and karate training in Nashville, with a particular focus on Wado-ryu karate. The gym is led by instructors Ryan and Chelsea Guillemet, who are praised for their gifted teaching and mentoring abilities. They create a welcoming environment that balances challenge with rigorous support, building their dojo on principles of trust, talent, teaching, and transformation. The dedicated staff provides excellent instruction across all disciplines, helping members develop self-defense skills, improve physical fitness, and expand their knowledge in a structured yet engaging setting.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the transformative impact of training at New Visions Dojo, noting improvements in physical fitness, mental health, confidence, and discipline. They specifically highlight instructors Ryan and Chelsea Guillemet for their gifted teaching, perfect balance of fun and discipline, and ability to challenge students at their individual level. The welcoming community atmosphere feels like a second home to many, with strong support both inside and outside the classroom. Both children and adults report significant personal growth and appreciation for the patient, encouraging environment that allows development at each student's own pace.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Pung-Pung Huang
4 years ago
My 5 year old has been attending classes at New Visions Dojo for the past 9 months and have loved our experience. The instructors are fun and dynamic, but also disciplined with the students. They challenge each student at their own level and are really patient allowing each child to develop at their own pace. There is also a strong sense of community at New Visions Dojo with fun activities happening outside of the classroom each month. We have loved our experience so far and look forward to continuing our karate journey with New Visions Dojo.
Stephanie Steelman
7 years ago
I couldn’t be happier with New Visions Dojo. My son loves it and has grown in so many ways since he first enrolled. His Senseis demonstrate the perfect balance of fun, discipline, and patience.
Brian L. Heuser
2 years ago
New Visions Dojo is a truly exceptional place to learn Wado-ryu karate. Ryan & Chelsea Guillemet are gifted instructors with a clear love of teaching and mentoring. To those ends, they have created a welcoming environment of both balanced challenge and rigorous support. Their dojo is built on trust, talent, teaching, and transformation. And the dedication of all their staff is evident every day. We could not be more grateful for the role they have played in our daughter’s development.
R Petty
8 months ago
Great decision. I started in fall 2024 to try something new and learn self defense. I've learned much more, improved my core, discipline, and flexibility. I'm in better shape than most other 40-somethings, plus I'm expanding my knowledge and making friends. It's fun, challenging, and rewarding. Excellent instruction and warm community.
Miranda Kovach
10 months ago
New Visions Dojo has truly transformed my life. Training under Sensei Ryan and Chelsea Gullimet has been an incredible journey—not just physically, but mentally and emotionally. Their dedication, encouragement, and belief in their students create such a powerful and positive environment. Through their guidance, I’ve found true confidence in myself and have seen major improvements in my mental health, focus, and overall well-being. The dojo feels like a second home, and the community is so welcoming and supportive. I’m so grateful to be part of New Visions and would recommend it to anyone ready to grow stronger from the inside out.
Contact
6601 Sugar Valley Dr #111, Nashville, TN 37211, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 3:30 – 8:15 PM
Tuesday: 3:30 – 8:15 PM
Wednesday: 3:30 – 8:15 PM
Thursday: 3:30 – 8:15 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed