Talamantez Family Karate Center
1056 E Borgfeld Dr Unit 3, San Antonio, TX 78260, San Antonio, Texas
Established 1970
Classes & Programs
Class Types
- Fitness Kickboxing
- Karate
- Muay Thai
- Self-Defense Fundamentals
- Weapons Training
Age Groups
- Adults
- Kids
- Teens
Skill Levels
- All Levels
Pricing
Monthly Membership
USD 189
Monthly membership
Additional Fees:
- Registration: USD 189
- Uniform/Equipment: USD 600 (One-time purchase)
- Leadership Class Upgrade: USD 61 (Additional monthly fee)
Highlights & Considerations
Highlights
- Friendly, patient and supportive instructors
- Welcoming family-oriented environment
- Confidence and discipline building
- Life skills and character development
- Health and fitness benefits
- Classes for all ages and abilities
Considerations
- High-pressure sales tactics and hidden fees
- Contracts difficult to cancel and no refunds
- Expensive equipment requirements
- Rapid belt promotions lacking depth
- Limited or no outside tournament opportunities
- Occasional crowded classes and limited seating
Testimonials
Rating Distribution
50 reviews
5 stars
33
4 stars
4
3 stars
0
2 stars
2
1 star
11
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Excellent
"Talamentez Karate has been an amazing place for my daughter to learn and grow. The instructors are incredibly patient, kind, and supportive, always encouraging her to do her best. She has gained so much confidence and discipline since starting her classes here. The environment is welcoming and fami..." Read more
- Bayram Binbir
via Google
1/29/2025
Excellent
"I am so grateful to have found Talamantez Karate. We’ve been going for a few months now and I can already see an increase in my son’s confidence. They work closely with parents in ensuring that each child is getting what they need out of the program. The classes are physically challenging, while a..." Read more
- Emma Rae Mall
via Google
7/18/2024
Poor
"They make you buy a lot of “equipment” that kids don’t even use. If you guys are asking parents to buy a pair of sai because you’re telling us they’ll be needing that for future classes, then let’s make sure they get enough practice. 2 weeks of practice with each tool is not enough and definitely no..." Read more
- Edgar Martinez
via Google
5/30/2024
3.7
(61 reviews)
Business Hours
- Monday: 10AM-8:30PM
- Tuesday: 10AM-8:30PM
- Wednesday: 10AM-8:30PM
- Thursday: 10AM-8:30PM
- Friday: 10AM-8:30PM
- Saturday: 10AM-3PM
- Sunday: Closed
Instructors
Paul P. Talamantez
Master, Grandmaster, Sensei
50 years experience
Patient, supportive instructor with decades of experience; focuses on discipline, respect, and life skills.