Charleston, South Carolina · Est. 1984
Confidence for life.Rooted in tradition.
Thoughtful martial arts training for children and adults. Find your place at Masters Studios, part of the Charleston community since 1984.
Invest in your future. Invest in yourself.
Serving the Lowcountry since 1984 — three schools across Greater Charleston.
For children & families
A place where a child learns to listen, focus, and grow.
We teach the whole child, not just belt colors. Through encouragement and patient instruction, children practice focus, self-control and respectful conduct — and grow in confidence through steady, individual progress at their own pace.
Personal attention is part of every class. We work in partnership with parents to help each child feel at home on the mat — patient instruction, steady progress, and a welcoming place to learn, grow, and belong.
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Three traditions
Choose your art
01Chinese & Japanese heritage
Shaolin Kempo Karate
Dynamic basics, traditional forms and progressive curriculum — built on control, judgment and fitness rather than aggression.
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02Chinese heritage
Kung Fu
Extension, coordination, flexibility and balance through Chinese martial traditions — Long Fist, Southern Fist and traditional weapons under instruction.
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03Chinese heritage
Tai Chi
Deliberate movement, awareness, balance and relaxation. A friendly entry point for newcomers and a deep ongoing practice for experienced students.
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A Charleston tradition, built one student at a time.
Our Charleston roots go back to 1984. An independent Masters identity took shape in 1991, and today local schools carry generations of learning forward. We teach real instruction and a traditional curriculum — never a promised fast black belt.
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Charleston roots
1991
Masters chapter
3
Lowcountry schools
A first step, at your pace
How to begin
01
Choose a school
Pick the Masters Studios nearest you across Greater Charleston. Each school has its own teachers and character.
02
Tell us your goals
Share what brings you in — fitness, focus for a child, self-defense, or simply curiosity. We'll help you choose an art.
03
Come meet an instructor
Visit the school, meet a teacher, and find your place. Arrival and class details are confirmed by the school.
Across the Lowcountry
Three schools, one tradition
In their words
“I've been training here for nearly 3 years, starting as a complete beginner, and the experience has been nothing short of exceptional. Mike and his well trained staff are patient, kind, and thorough in teaching you critical self-defense (kempo) techniques.”
“Master Mike and his entire team are just incredible for karate, kung fu, rings, and tai chi. Young or old, this is the place for you.”
Begin today
Find your place on the mat.
Request an introductory lesson at the school nearest you. We'll help you choose an art and find a time that fits.