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Tyler martial arts academy

Karate Classes in Tyler, Texas

Karate for kids, teens, and adults at our Tyler TX martial arts academy — competition sparring, practical self-defense, and traditional karate.

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117 University Place, Tyler, Texas 75702

Classes run Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 3–8 PM.

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About this Tyler academy

ProComp Sport Martial Arts is a Tyler TX martial arts school teaching karate classes for kids, teens, and adults at 117 University Place. Families searching for karate classes in Tyler, TX come to us for a structured, encouraging place where students build confidence, focus, and fitness while learning real karate skills — and where the whole family can train at the same academy.

Karate lessons in Tyler, TX are led by experienced black belt instructors, and the curriculum covers what you would expect from a serious karate academy in Tyler: traditional karate technique, competition sparring, and practical self-defense. Whether you are looking for karate for kids in Tyler, TX, karate for teens, or self-defense classes in Tyler for adults, every student trains in the same school and the same positive culture.

ProComp is home to beginners, recreational students, and nationally competitive athletes alike. Since 2020, ProComp students have earned more than 100 National and 285 Regional Championships — but our greatest achievement is helping every student become the best version of themselves.

New students start with a free trial class: sign up online and come train with us at 117 University Pl. ProComp also runs a 2-day-per-week afterschool karate class at the Tyler location for Caldwell Arts Academy students, who are walked over from the academy next door — and our three convenient locations in Tyler, Gilmer & Mineola serve families across East Texas.

Why Tyler families choose us

Why Tyler Families Choose ProComp

Here is what you get when you train at our karate school in Tyler, TX.

  • A free trial class in Tyler, TX

    Your first step is a free trial class at 117 University Pl — sign up online and try a karate class before you commit to anything.

  • Black belt instruction

    Our staff includes founder and Master Instructor Clayton Watkins (6th Degree Blackbelt, USA National Team Coach) and Chief Instructor Joe Johnson (4th Degree Blackbelt, Co-Owner).

  • Proven competition results

    ProComp students have earned more than 100 National and 285 Regional Championships since 2020.

  • One school for the whole family

    Kids, teens, and adults train at the same Tyler TX academy in traditional karate, competition sparring, and practical self-defense.

  • Afterschool for Caldwell Arts Academy

    Our 2-day-per-week afterschool karate class meets at the Tyler location; students are walked over from the academy right next door.

  • Three convenient locations

    Tyler at 117 University Pl, plus Gilmer (202 Buffalo St) and Mineola (130 W Broad St) — three convenient locations in Tyler, Gilmer, and Mineola, Texas.

Benefits

Benefits of Martial Arts in Tyler

Discipline, focus, fitness, and confidence are built one class at a time — here is what the training gives students, by age group.

Ages 3 and up

Martial arts benefits for kids

  • Focus and discipline — class asks a child to listen, stand still, and follow instructions for the whole hour.
  • Confidence — earning a new stripe or belt in front of the class is a real accomplishment, and it is theirs.
  • Coordination and fitness — balance, footwork, and kicking build strength without it ever feeling like exercise.
  • Respect and manners — students bow in, address instructors properly, and treat courtesy as part of the training.
  • Goal-setting — the belt system gives kids a visible finish line to work toward and test for.

Middle and high school

Martial arts benefits for teens

  • Confidence and leadership — older students hold pads, help newer classmates, and set the example.
  • Respect and self-discipline — a room where effort, control, and attitude are noticed.
  • Fitness and an energy outlet — sparring rounds and conditioning that burn off a long school day.
  • Competition opportunities — our athletes compete on the NASKA and PROMAC circuits.

Adults and beginners

Martial arts benefits for adults

  • Fitness and strength — full-body training that builds muscle, stamina, and mobility.
  • Stress relief — an hour that is about the technique, not the inbox.
  • Practical self-defense — skills you can actually use, drilled until they are automatic.
  • Confidence — the kind that comes from knowing what you can do.
  • Women's fitness and self-defense classes are part of our adult program.

Tyler students also have a 2-day-per-week afterschool option — a class for Caldwell Arts Academy students, held at our Tyler location, with students walked over from the academy next door.

Afterschool program

Afterschool Program — Caldwell Arts Academy

ProComp Tyler offers a 2-day-per-week afterschool martial arts class for students of Caldwell Arts Academy. Class is held at our Tyler location — 117 University Pl — and students are walked over from the academy, right next door.

Programs at this academy

Programs at our Tyler academy

What runs at our Tyler location — each program has its own page with who it is for, what happens in class, and how to get started.

Tyler program

Little Ninjas (Ages 3–5)

A first karate class for children aged three to five at our Tyler academy on University Place — often the first thing a child has done on their own, with a parent able to watch every minute of it.

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Tyler program

Kids Karate (Ages 6–11)

The class for Tyler kids who are old enough to take real instruction and young enough that confidence is still being decided — traditional karate at our academy on University Place, with a free trial class to start.

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Tyler program

Teens Karate (Ages 12–17)

A karate class built for the years when a teenager decides what they are willing to be held to — at our academy on University Place, with a free trial class to start.

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Adult Karate (Ages 18+)

Traditional karate for adults 18 and over at our academy on University Place — beginners welcome, no prior experience and no particular fitness level required, with a free trial class to start.

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Tyler program

After-School Program

Two afternoons a week, students from Caldwell Arts Academy walk next door into our Tyler academy at 117 University Place for a karate class — no bus, no pickup, no second address to remember.

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Tyler program

XMA (Extreme Martial Arts)

The performance side of karate at our Tyler academy on University Place: forms rebuilt with creative sections, music and choreography, on top of the karate a student already trains.

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Weapons Training

Traditional weapons forms, taught as their own scheduled class at 117 University Place, and open to every student already training in our kids, teens or adults karate classes.

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Competition Teams

A scheduled class of its own at 117 University Place for any student in our kids, teens or adults karate classes who wants to test what they have learned against other schools — no tryout, no invitation, and no obligation.

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Martial Arts Classes for Kids, Teens & Adults

At ProComp Sport Martial Arts, we offer professional karate classes at our martial arts academies in Tyler, Gilmer, and Mineola, Texas, for students ages 3 through adult. Whether you're looking for preschool martial arts, kids karate, teen martial arts, or adult self-defense classes, our programs are designed to improve confidence, focus, discipline, fitness, and real-world self-defense skills. Every academy helps each student reach their full potential in a positive and encouraging environment.

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Build Confidence, Focus & Leadership

Martial arts is more than learning to kick and punch—it's about developing life skills that last forever. Our curriculum helps students improve concentration, respect, self-control, perseverance, and leadership while building strength, coordination, and healthy habits. Parents consistently choose ProComp because our structured classes help children develop confidence, improve behavior at home and school, and gain the resilience needed to succeed in every area of life.

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Championship-Level Training for Every Student

ProComp Sport Martial Arts is home to beginners, recreational students, and nationally competitive athletes alike. ProComp has coached numerous regional, national, and world champions, but our greatest achievement is helping every student become the best version of themselves. Whether your goal is earning a black belt, improving fitness, learning practical self-defense, or competing at the highest level, you'll find expert instruction, a welcoming community, and a clear path to success at ProComp.

Frequently asked questions about ProComp Tyler

Do you offer a free trial class in Tyler TX?

Yes — the free trial class is free for new students. Sign up for your free trial on the ProComp registration page (https://procompsma.com/register.php), then come train with us at 117 University Pl, Tyler, TX 75702.

What karate classes do you offer in Tyler TX?

Karate classes for kids, teens, and adults at our Tyler TX martial arts school — traditional karate, competition sparring, and practical self-defense — at 117 University Pl, Tyler, TX 75702.

Where is ProComp's Tyler karate academy located?

Our Tyler TX karate academy is at 117 University Pl, Tyler, TX 75702.

How do I contact the Tyler location?

Call (903) 494-7040 to ask about karate lessons in Tyler, TX, a free trial class, or the afterschool program.

Do you offer afterschool programs in Tyler?

Yes — ProComp Tyler offers a 2-day-per-week afterschool karate class for students of Caldwell Arts Academy, held at our Tyler location (117 University Pl). Students are walked over from the academy, which is right next door.

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