Karate near Syracuse.
Since 1969, Syracuse-area families have trusted the Tearneys with their kids. Today we serve over 150 families from more than fifteen towns at our dojo in Camillus, fifteen minutes west of downtown on Route 5.
Syracuse roots
A Syracuse story,
since 1969.
Greg Tearney was a kid from Syracuse's 15th Ward when he started training. In 1969 he opened his own karate school, and it became one of the most respected dojos in Central New York.
His daughter, Kyoshi Alexis, leads the floor today at Township 5 in Camillus, just off West Genesee Street. The address says Camillus, but the families on the mat come from all over the Syracuse area: Fairmount and Solvay, the city's south and west sides, Onondaga Hill and Nedrow, Skaneateles and Marcellus, and as far east as Auburn.
They come for traditional Okinawan karate, taught slower than most and heavier on the basics. They also come for a family dojo where parents and grandparents can watch every class from the viewing area.
- Camillus~5 min
- Fairmount, Westvale & Solvay~10 min
- Onondaga, Nedrow & Syracuse12–25 min
- Skaneateles, Marcellus & Elbridge15–25 min
- Auburn & Cayuga County~30 min
◆ Tearney's, Township 5 · dashed line: Route 5 · grey dot: downtown Syracuse.
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Classes for
everyone in the family.
Kids Karate
Confidence, focus, and respect, taught through the same Okinawan kata that built Greg Tearney's reputation fifty-six years ago. Repetition disguised with fun.
Teen & Family Karate
Traditional Goju-Ryu for teens and parents in our junior/adult classes. Kata, kumite, and real self-defense; beginners are welcome, and you'll be training next to black belts your first month.
Birthday Parties
Ninety minutes of supervised karate games, an actual belt-breaking demonstration, and a private dojo all to yourselves. Bring a cake; we'll bring the energy.
Drive times
Closer than
you think.
Tearney's sits on the west side of Syracuse, on Route 5, so most of Onondaga County is a short, simple drive away.
Every time on this list is measured to our door at 150 Township Blvd, without traffic. Add a few minutes at rush hour. If you're not sure how a class time fits your drive, call us at (315) 484-3264 and we'll help you plan it.
Twice a week is what we recommend for good progress. Kids are grouped by age and belt, so we'll help you choose class times that work with your commute when you start.
- Fairmount~7 min
- Westvale~9 min
- Solvay~10 min
- Warners~10 min
- Tipperary Hill~12 min
- Downtown Syracuse~14 min
- Onondaga Hill~14 min
- Marcellus~15 min
- Liverpool~17 min
- Baldwinsville~18 min
- Elbridge~20 min
- South Valley~21 min
- Nedrow~23 min
- Skaneateles~24 min
- Auburn~31 min
Typical drive to 150 Township Blvd without traffic.
In their
own words.
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Andrea BrowerParent · Posted on Google★★★★★
“Tearney's karate has been a game changer for our 6 year old son! The instructors are incredible and so great with the kids — the classes are structured and fun. Karate has been a positive part of our lives!”
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KelseyParent · Posted on Google★★★★★
“I truly wish I could give more than 5 stars. Every single person working here is absolutely wonderful. My kids are thriving because of Tearney's — and so proud to tell their peers they're part of the Tearney's family.”
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Tina M. GiblinStudent & grandparent · Posted on Google★★★★★
“Started out bringing my 12 year old granddaughter, and two years later, at 60 years old, I joined. It is the best thing we have ever done! The teachers will work with you wherever you are, to help you be your best self.”
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Laura JinksParent & student · Posted on Google★★★★★
“My daughters and I both take karate classes and we all love it. Both my children have ADD and these classes are a place they can focus, have fun, and be loud. Ten out of ten recommend.”
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Nichole JakaubParent · Posted on Google★★★★★
“The instructors are always so patient with the children and they are incredibly effective teachers. They make classes fun and informative, and I love the way they weave in culture from Japan into their lessons.”
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Elevated StudiosPosted on Google★★★★★
“Their commitment to excellence is unmatched. The instructors are knowledgeable, passionate, and truly care about their students' growth on and off the mats. Highly recommend to anyone looking for top-notch martial arts training in the area!”
Syracuse-area questions,
answered.
Tearney's is at Township 5, 150 Township Blvd, Suite 30, in Camillus, NY 13031. It's just off West Genesee Street (Route 5), about 15 minutes west of downtown Syracuse.
Yes. Our Kids Karate program is for ages 4–12, with classes split by age and belt, Monday through Friday afternoons. Families from across the Syracuse area train with us.
Our families come from more than fifteen towns, including Camillus, Fairmount, Westvale, Solvay, Syracuse, Onondaga, Nedrow, Skaneateles, Marcellus, Elbridge, Warners, Liverpool, Baldwinsville and Auburn.
All of our new students start with our 3-lesson trial — three lessons and a uniform for $34.99. It lets us get to know each other and be sure it's a good fit! After you register, please give us 1–2 business days to schedule your first lesson.