New Visions Dojo Martial Arts Programs
6601 Sugar Valley Dr, #111, Nashville, TN 37211
About
New Visions Dojo Martial Arts Programs offers karate training and martial arts instruction through kids, teen, and adult martial arts classes. The program includes Ninjas Karate Classes, Kids Karate Classes, Teen Karate Classes, and Adult Karate Classes, all focused on the study of Wado-ryu karate-do. New Visions Dojo Martial Arts Programs also offers birthday parties and a summer camp.
• Ages: 4–16 years old
New Visions Dojo Martial Arts Programs is led by Chelsie Guillemet and Ryan Guillemet. The program includes Ninjas Karate Classes for ages 4–6, Kids Karate Classes for ages 7–11, Teen Karate Classes for ages 11–15, and Adult Karate Classes for ages 16 and up. Students study Wado-ryu karate-do, a traditional Japanese martial art based on a blend of martial principles, movement concepts, and mind-body connection, with “Wado” translating as “Way of Harmony.” The dojo offers traditional karate training with modern insights and has a stated belief that martial arts can be for everyone, regardless of age, gender, or experience levels. The program states that students must earn their belts and that instructors are constantly training and developing their teaching practice. New Visions Dojo began serving the community in 2009 and was founded in 2010 as New Visions Martial Arts, and it serves South Nashville, Lenox Village, Brentwood, Cane Ridge, Antioch, and Nolensville communities through karate classes, health and fitness, and a positive presence. The mission of New Visions Dojo Martial Arts Programs is to communicate the characteristics that martial arts develops through regular training and to follow up on students’ progress so that they gain physical skills and realize their inner strength, confident sense of self, and potential.
Parent and student reviews describe New Visions Dojo as “more than a dojo, it’s a community that’s a blessing to be a part” and “a truly exceptional place to learn Wado-ryu karate.” Reviewers state that Sensei Ryan and Chelsie Guillemet are “gifted instructors with a clear love of teaching and mentoring” and that they have created a “welcoming, encouraging, and joyful environment.” Several reviews mention that there are older sempais in class who help guide younger children and that activities are frequently mixed up to keep kids excited. Reviews also note that instructors are “fun and dynamic, but also disciplined,” that they “challenge each student at their own level,” and that students “have to earn their belts here” and are motivated to advance. Multiple reviewers highlight that Sensei Chelsie “truly has a gift as an educator,” with patience, discipline, attentiveness to different personalities and skill levels, and a sense of humor, while Sensei Ryan is described as investing in students by challenging them each class and educating them in the history and context of Wado karate. Parents report being “incredibly pleased” with their children’s experiences and describe the environment as loving, with high expectations and classes that are fun.
Last updated December 19, 2025.
• Ages: 4–16 years old
New Visions Dojo Martial Arts Programs is led by Chelsie Guillemet and Ryan Guillemet. The program includes Ninjas Karate Classes for ages 4–6, Kids Karate Classes for ages 7–11, Teen Karate Classes for ages 11–15, and Adult Karate Classes for ages 16 and up. Students study Wado-ryu karate-do, a traditional Japanese martial art based on a blend of martial principles, movement concepts, and mind-body connection, with “Wado” translating as “Way of Harmony.” The dojo offers traditional karate training with modern insights and has a stated belief that martial arts can be for everyone, regardless of age, gender, or experience levels. The program states that students must earn their belts and that instructors are constantly training and developing their teaching practice. New Visions Dojo began serving the community in 2009 and was founded in 2010 as New Visions Martial Arts, and it serves South Nashville, Lenox Village, Brentwood, Cane Ridge, Antioch, and Nolensville communities through karate classes, health and fitness, and a positive presence. The mission of New Visions Dojo Martial Arts Programs is to communicate the characteristics that martial arts develops through regular training and to follow up on students’ progress so that they gain physical skills and realize their inner strength, confident sense of self, and potential.
Parent and student reviews describe New Visions Dojo as “more than a dojo, it’s a community that’s a blessing to be a part” and “a truly exceptional place to learn Wado-ryu karate.” Reviewers state that Sensei Ryan and Chelsie Guillemet are “gifted instructors with a clear love of teaching and mentoring” and that they have created a “welcoming, encouraging, and joyful environment.” Several reviews mention that there are older sempais in class who help guide younger children and that activities are frequently mixed up to keep kids excited. Reviews also note that instructors are “fun and dynamic, but also disciplined,” that they “challenge each student at their own level,” and that students “have to earn their belts here” and are motivated to advance. Multiple reviewers highlight that Sensei Chelsie “truly has a gift as an educator,” with patience, discipline, attentiveness to different personalities and skill levels, and a sense of humor, while Sensei Ryan is described as investing in students by challenging them each class and educating them in the history and context of Wado karate. Parents report being “incredibly pleased” with their children’s experiences and describe the environment as loving, with high expectations and classes that are fun.
Last updated December 19, 2025.
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