Classic City Karate

Classic City Karate is a martial arts school at 1050 Baxter Street in Athens, GA, led by instructor Shawn McEroy. McEroy holds a third degree black belt and has been teaching martial arts since 2006. The school specializes in Cuong Nhu, an eclectic martial art that blends seven disciplines: Shotokan, Aikido, Judo, Wing Chun, Vovinam, Tai Chi, and boxing. This multi style approach gives students exposure to striking, grappling, throws, and internal arts within a single curriculum. The school offers adult dojo classes, youth dojo classes, an after school program, summer camps for children ages 7 and up, private lessons, and programs at Athens Montessori and the ACAD preschool for ages 4 and 5. The variety of programming makes Classic City Karate accessible to everyone from preschoolers getting their first introduction to structured physical activity to adults looking for a serious martial arts practice. With a perfect 5.0 star rating and 19 reviews, students and parents praise the instruction quality and the welcoming atmosphere. The Baxter Street location is convenient for families on the east and west sides of Athens, GA. For Athens residents interested in a martial arts school that combines seven different traditions under one experienced instructor, Classic City Karate offers rare breadth and depth in a single dojo.