Palmetto Karate | Bluffton South Carolina

Join Palmetto Karate! We practice and teach traditional Shotokan Karate, a disciplined and rewarding martial art that builds confidence, focus, respect, and physical strength. Located in the Lowcountry of South Carolina, we proudly serve Bluffton, Hardeeville, Hilton Head, and Beaufort.﻿
Founded by Sensei Kimberly & Jeffrey Weber in 2025, our dojo is a proud member of the South Atlantic Region of the International Shotokan Karate Federation (ISKF), ensuring authentic instruction and high standards of training for students of all ages and skill levels.

Whether you’re brand new to karate or continuing your journey—welcome. Your training starts here!

“What a great class I really enjoyed today. I think you two did an outstanding job and I’m looking forward to future classes. Thank you so much for bringing this to Margaritaville.”
-Kevin P.Hardeeville, SC
“My best to you both. You both have been an inspiration!”
-Rick H.Panama City, FL
“Very professional and educational in arts of Shotokan Karate. I enjoy every minute learning something new in class that's keeps me interested in taking the class. I encourage anyone no matter what age to take classes from Sensei Weber.”
-Lester LBluffton, SC
“I trained with Sensei Kim and Jeff for the past 10 years. They are excellent instructors. They will support you and challenge you. If you have never done karate before, give it a try!
When I walked on the floor 25 years ago, I never thought I would enjoy it so much.
These two instructors will spark that same feeling in you.”
-Bev PWest Chester, OH
“Your efforts in developing a very nice website are paying off. Seeing all of the students you have taught in various locations and the group events is impressive and makes me excited to be a part of your Dojo. Your success in establishing a new Dojo here in the Lowcountry will be a benefit for a lot of people. Congratulations!"
-Dan CHardeeville, SC
“Thank you both for sharing your knowledge and teaching us Shotokan Karate. I look forward to a long journey in Karate together. We are very fortunate to have you here at Margaritaville."
-Judy PHardeeville, SC
“I just wanted to say thank you again, two lessons in with you guys and you have re-ignited my enthusiasm and love for Karate. I admire both of your knowledge and am so looking forward to learning a new style under your teaching and guidance. "
-David RBluffton, SC

“Best of luck on your move! The South Atlantic Region is lucky to have you!”
-Tony L Chicago, IL
“This is a great class with superb instructors. This is great for strength, balance and self awareness. I highly recommend it.”
-Mickey C Hardeeville, SC
“Thank you for such a great first class and for sending the names of the stance, punch and blocks. See you next week.”
-Ken T Hardeeville, SC
"Congratulations, Sensei Jeff, Your journey is truly inspiring. Beyond being a great karateka and a devoted contributor to the ISKF, you’re, above all, a real mensch. Oss.”
-Sensei Friedman ISKF Israel
“These classes are excellent! The Webers are phenomenal instructors. They really break everything down and make it easy to understand. So nice we have this inside our community.”
-Kevin PHardeeville, SC
“Good luck in the next leg of your all's adventures, and thanks for who you all are, I appreciate you!”
-McKinley FVersailles, KY
“Thank you both for showing up. One on one teaching is really helping point out where I need the most work. Truly appreciate you both for making time for us.”
-Ron CHardeeville, SC
“Shout Out for Sensei Kim and Sensei Jeff. The level of interest you show in leading and teaching during regular class times and then unexpectedly surprising us this morning for 2 hours of in depth personal training is beyond our expectations. You are among the finest instructors I have ever known in any subject and I thank you for giving up so much of your time to help me grow.”
-Dan CHardeeville, SC

Empower Yourself Through

Karate Training

Join Palmetto Karate!

We practice and teach traditional Shotokan Karate, a disciplined and rewarding martial art that builds confidence, focus, respect, and physical strength. Located in the Lowcountry of South Carolina, we proudly serve Bluffton, Hardeeville, Hilton Head, and Beaufort.

Founded by Sensei Kimberly & Jeffrey Weber in 2025,

our dojo is a proud member of the South Atlantic Region of the

International Shotokan Karate Federation (ISKF), ensuring authentic instruction and high standards of training for students of all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re brand new to karate or continuing your journey—welcome. Your training starts here!

Discover your potential at Palmetto Karate!

“What a great class I really enjoyed today. I think you two did an outstanding job and I’m looking forward to future classes. Thank you so much for bringing this to Margaritaville.”

“My best to you both. You both have been an inspiration!”

“Very professional and educational in arts of Shotokan Karate. I enjoy every minute learning something new in class that's keeps me interested in taking the class. I encourage anyone no matter what age to take classes from Sensei Weber.”

“I trained with Sensei Kim and Jeff for the past 10 years. They are excellent instructors. They will support you and challenge you. If you have never done karate before, give it a try!

When I walked on the floor 25 years ago, I never thought I would enjoy it so much.

These two instructors will spark that same feeling in you.”

“Thank you both for sharing your knowledge and teaching us Shotokan Karate. I look forward to a long journey in Karate together. We are very fortunate to have you here at Margaritaville."

“I just wanted to say thank you again, two lessons in with you guys and you have re-ignited my enthusiasm and love for Karate. I admire both of your knowledge and am so looking forward to learning a new style under your teaching and guidance. "

“Best of luck on your move! The South Atlantic Region is lucky to have you!”

“This is a great class with superb instructors. This is great for strength, balance and self awareness. I highly recommend it.”

“Thank you for such a great first class and for sending the names of the stance, punch and blocks. See you next week.”

"Congratulations, Sensei Jeff, Your journey is truly inspiring. Beyond being a great karateka and a devoted contributor to the ISKF, you’re, above all, a real mensch. Oss.”

“These classes are excellent! The Webers are phenomenal instructors. They really break everything down and make it easy to understand. So nice we have this inside our community.”

“Good luck in the next leg of your all's adventures, and thanks for who you all are, I appreciate you!”

“Thank you both for showing up. One on one teaching is really helping point out where I need the most work. Truly appreciate you both for making time for us.”

Empower Yourself Through

Karate Training

Join Palmetto Karate!

We practice and teach traditional Shotokan Karate, a disciplined and rewarding martial art that builds confidence, focus, respect, and physical strength. Located in the Lowcountry of South Carolina, we proudly serve Bluffton, Hardeeville, Hilton Head, and Beaufort.

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Founded by Sensei Kimberly & Jeffrey Weber in 2025,

our dojo is a proud member of the South Atlantic Region of the

International Shotokan Karate Federation (ISKF), ensuring authentic instruction and high standards of training for students of all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re brand new to karate or continuing your journey—welcome. Your training starts here!

Discover your potential at Palmetto Karate!

“What a great class I really enjoyed today. I think you two did an outstanding job and I’m looking forward to future classes. Thank you so much for bringing this to Margaritaville.”

“My best to you both. You both have been an inspiration!”

“Very professional and educational in arts of Shotokan Karate. I enjoy every minute learning something new in class that's keeps me interested in taking the class. I encourage anyone no matter what age to take classes from Sensei Weber.”

“I trained with Sensei Kim and Jeff for the past 10 years. They are excellent instructors. They will support you and challenge you. If you have never done karate before, give it a try!

When I walked on the floor 25 years ago, I never thought I would enjoy it so much.

These two instructors will spark that same feeling in you.”

“Thank you both for sharing your knowledge and teaching us Shotokan Karate. I look forward to a long journey in Karate together. We are very fortunate to have you here at Margaritaville."

“I just wanted to say thank you again, two lessons in with you guys and you have re-ignited my enthusiasm and love for Karate. I admire both of your knowledge and am so looking forward to learning a new style under your teaching and guidance. "

“Best of luck on your move! The South Atlantic Region is lucky to have you!”

“This is a great class with superb instructors. This is great for strength, balance and self awareness. I highly recommend it.”

“Thank you for such a great first class and for sending the names of the stance, punch and blocks. See you next week.”

"Congratulations, Sensei Jeff, Your journey is truly inspiring. Beyond being a great karateka and a devoted contributor to the ISKF, you’re, above all, a real mensch. Oss.”

“These classes are excellent! The Webers are phenomenal instructors. They really break everything down and make it easy to understand. So nice we have this inside our community.”

“Good luck in the next leg of your all's adventures, and thanks for who you all are, I appreciate you!”

“Thank you both for showing up. One on one teaching is really helping point out where I need the most work. Truly appreciate you both for making time for us.”