Family karate · Timberwood Park
Karate in North San Antonio since 1963.
Three generations of the Talamantez family teaching kids from age 4, teens and adults respect, focus and confidence, on E. Borgfeld Dr.
The Grandmaster still leads class on the red mats.
What parents notice
Respect you can see at home.
We have had a wonderful experience as members here! It is a great family run studio where you will get a lot of individualized attention. My son is thriving here and learning a lot of important life skills. They are big on respect. My son has learned to greet adults when he walks in a room, look people in the eye when they are speaking to him, and hold the door for ladies. And he is only 5! Give them a try you won’t be disappointed.
Great vibe and even better people. We were treated like family from Day 1. A great place that teaches confidence, discipline, and respect. My son loves it!!
I enrolled my 5 year old daughter in their kids program 2 weeks ago and have been very pleased. Not only do the instructors instill focus, respect, discipline and training into their program, they also understand that these students are kids and are able to teach to their level and make it fun.
Word for word from our Google reviews.
Programs
A class for every age, 4 to adult.
Classes are grouped by age, so every student learns at the right pace with kids their own size.
Ages 4 to 7Karate for Ages 4 to 7
Listening, focus and their first belts, in a 45 minute class built for little ones.
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Ages 8 to 10Kids Karate
Confidence, discipline and real technique, with individual attention from patient instructors.
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Ages 11 to 17Teen Karate
Self defense, fitness and the self control that carries into school and life.
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Ages 18 and upAdult Karate
Traditional karate and self defense for every fitness level. You start where you are.
See the classThree generations
It runs in the family.
Paul Talamantez Sr. trained under his own Sensei, Hanshi Robert A. Trias, the Father of American Karate. He has taught in San Antonio since 1963.
His son Alex Talamantez became the 1995 USA Karate National Champion. Paul Talamantez Jr. has earned his own kata awards. Today his granddaughters test for belts on the same floor as Master Wurth’s daughter and every other student.
- Hanshi Robert A. Trias
- Grandmaster Paul Talamantez Sr.
- Your family
The early years 
The family studio 
Black belt, then 
The Grandmaster, now 
Today on Borgfeld 
The next one
What they learn
More than kicks.
Every class is real karate. What families tell us they notice first is everything around it.
- 01
Respect
Bowing in, greeting adults, holding the door. It starts on the mat and goes home with them.
- 02
Focus
Listening drills and forms that train a busy mind to stay on one thing.
- 03
Confidence
Each new belt is proof they can do something hard. Shy kids learn to speak up.
- 04
Never give up
A black belt is just a white belt who never quit. That is the whole lesson.
They came back
Decades later, they still say thank you.
Some of our reviews come from students who trained here 30 years ago.
34 years ago I attended Talamantez Studios. Today I saw Sensi Sr. And gave him thanks for the teachings of not only self defense but importantly the teachings of self respect and confidence that has made me the person I am today. Thank you sensi... OSS.....
30 years ago I met Grandmaster Paul P. Talamantez SR.. This great man taught me life skills that would carry me through 20 years in the Navy and helped me to come home in one piece. Thanks Grandmaster ...!!!
I started when I was 10 years old. I loved it so much I stayed till I was in my 30s. I put my family in as well. I was able to apply all that I learned in my everyday life. The skills that I learned I passed to my children. Through hard work and discipline they are now grown up and successful themselves. Thanks to the never give up attitude that was instilled in them from their training. Thanks to Master Talamantez and his family for many good years.
I remember when Mr. Talamantez taught karate in the 70s, & he’s still at it! He's certainly the top instructor in S.A!
Sensei Talamantez is a man of honor and a Master of his Art. I am proud to be a member of this organization and highly encourage the next generation to be a part of something bigger than themselves.
Come see us
Next to the fire station.
- Address1056 E Borgfeld Dr, Unit 3
San Antonio, TX 78260 - ParkingPlenty of it, right out front.
- Phone(210) 860-2049
- AlsoBirthday parties, in-house events and seminars.
Questions
Before your first class
What should I wear to my free class?
Comfortable workout clothes you can move and kick in. We do not lend uniforms, so you get your own when you join.
How young can my child start?
Our youngest class is for ages 4 to 7. The classes run 45 minutes, which is the right length for little ones.
I am an adult with no experience. Is that okay?
Yes. Our adult class is for ages 18 and up, and you start at your own level. Patience is how this school teaches.
Can our family train together?
Yes. Parents, kids and grandparents all train here. The Grandmaster’s own granddaughters test on the same floor as everyone else.
Do students have to compete?
No. Competing is there for students who want it. Nobody has to.
Do you host birthday parties?
Yes. We host karate birthday parties, plus in-house events and seminars through the year. Call us at (210) 860-2049 to plan one.
Where are you?
1056 E Borgfeld Dr, Unit 3, San Antonio, TX 78260, in the Timberwood Park area. We are right next to the fire station, with plenty of parking.
Join the Talamantez family.
Your first class is free. Pick a time, wear something comfortable, and meet the instructors.