Where is this business located?
2400 S. Lees Summit Rd. #130, Independence, MO 64055
Wilcox Karate Academy
What hours does it keep?
From the business's Google listing, checked Oct 2026.
- Mon3:30 pm - 9:00 pm
- Tue3:30 pm - 9:00 pm
- Wed3:30 pm - 9:00 pm
- Thu3:30 pm - 9:00 pm
- Fri3:30 pm - 9:00 pm
- SatClosed
- SunClosed
How can you contact it?
Phone: (816) 659-7777
Website: wilcoxkarate.com
What type of place is it?
Martial Arts School
Martial Arts Classes in Independence Wilcox Karate Academy
Karate and taekwondo classes in Independence
Wilcox Karate Academy teaches karate and taekwondo with self-defense worked into each class, the school says. Kickboxing also appears among its Google categories. The academy states that its instructors have spent more than 33 years serving Independence.
Its website names three age tracks: Little Warriors for ages 5 to 7, a kids program for ages 7 to 12, and a teen and adult program from age 13. The description adds a preschool option and describes adult classes that run from beginners up to competitors. Birthday parties and a parents' night out sit alongside the regular curriculum.
Independence, in Jackson County, had 121,675 residents in 2025 per the Census Bureau. NOAA normals for 1991-2020 put its yearly precipitation at 42.6 inches and its snowfall at 10.9 inches.
Before you call Wilcox Karate Academy
The dojo runs weekday afternoons and evenings and closes on weekends. It holds a 4.9 rating across 158 Google reviews.
Most reviewers are parents who credit the classes with building confidence and discipline in their children, and several mention a clean space, the anti-bullying focus and the monthly parents' night out. One adult student of several years notes that the training leans toward practical self-defense rather than tournament fighting.
Nothing runs on Saturday or Sunday, so book a first trial class for a weekday between 3:30 pm and 9:00 pm.
What does its Google listing say about it?
Martial arts training at Wilcox Karate Academy is led by seasoned instructors with 33+ years serving Independence. Learn Karate and Taekwondo with practical self-defense built into every class. We offer preschool classes, kids classes, teen programs, and adult classes for beginners through competitors, with coaching that builds confidence, fitness, focus, and discipline. Students gain real-world skills, better coordination, and stress control, while families love our positive, respect-first culture and clear progress goals. New students get a smart, safe foundation fast. Expect a clean, welcoming, family-friendly environment and encouragement on and off the mat. Visit us in Independence, MO and book now to start your martial arts journey.
These are the business's own words from its Google listing. From the business's Google listing, Oct 2026.
What does the listing mention?
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Restroom
- Discounts for families
- Owned by veterans
- Takes credit card
- Takes debit card
- Onsite services
- Offers online classes
From the business's Google listing, Oct 2026.
What do Google reviewers report?
This is a great place to learn karate. The owner is very nice and talkative. They are very patient and great with kids and beginners. It has taught our son patience and focus. -Stephen
My daughter has been attending WKA for six years. They have been so supportive in her life. She has learned how patience, hard work, friendship, and leadership are most important in life. We love WKA and my daughter will continue her education there.
I’ve been training at the WKA, as an adult, for going on eight years now. This is a very positive environment with a common theme of being “Bully Proof”! If you’re looking for a place to train to fight in tournaments, this probably isn’t the place for you, but if you want the skills to protect yourself at school or on the streets and gain some confidence at the same time, you won’t find a better place!
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