The Texas Academy of Karate

The Texas Academy of Karate in New Braunfels is the best karate school in Texas and probably the US. Kwan Jang Nim Brett Riley is the most dedicated instructor and dojang owner ever! He is always in a great mood and smiling and happy to see everyone. It is so clear that he loves the art, the school, and all the students! He is an amazing teacher and works with kids like no other teacher I have ever seen! His son, Master Marcus Riley, is also an amazing martial artist and teacher! Yes, training is serious, but we also have fun! Now, all our friends seem to be at the dojang. It’s my second family, and I think most people who go there would say the same! It’s a close family environment and we love it. My daughter started when she was just 4-1/2 and now she is 9 and will likely test for her black belt before she turns 10. What a difference this school and the masters Riley have made in her life! I’m truly grateful!

My son has been coming here since November of 2023. It has been a wonderful experience. Master Riley has some amazing people who work with him. I recommend them to everyone I meet.

Master Riley has been teaching for a while and he has mastered his teaching formula. He is very patient with new students and he knows the right pace to teach his students. He has done well as an instructor to me and everyone I know that goes here.

My home away from home. My family outside of my family. I've been training here for 6 years and I can't tell you how much I have genuinely loved every moment of it. Dont just take my word for it come on in. I hope to see more people training. As I believe everybody should learn some type of self-defense to protect themselves, the ones they love or hold dear, and even their neighbor amongst the one's who cannot defend themselves. The more people that uphold what is good the less room there is for evil to stand on.

We love the Texas Academy of Karate! Master Riley is an excellent instructor and my son has learned so much in his time there, including discipline and respect, which has carried over to other areas of his life. We highly recommend training here!

Started 8 years ago with my daughters. We are all 2nd degree black belts now. Love Master Riley and all the Master Instuctors and Certified Instructors. Highly recommended for kids 5 and up. Great for kids to learn confidence, coordination, and self-defense. School has also trained world champion martial artists.

Master Riley is the best teacher I’ve ever had. His classes are engaging and provides a good workout both mentally and physically! Always leave with a smile. Great with kids both boys and girls, and adults men and women. He is always respectful and I have never felt uncomfortable in any of his classes. He is excellent at engaging beginners and advanced students. His knowledge and skill is astounding.