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1Up Martial Arts

4.9 ★★★★★ 201 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Winter Park, Florida

Free trial Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Free trial / intro class most dojos welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 3–14) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
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  • Website & schedule 1upmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (863) 397-9147

Hours

Monday 3:30–9 PM
Tuesday 3:30–9 PM
Wednesday 3:30–9 PM
Thursday 3:30–9 PM
Friday 3:30–9 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, belt tests, and seminars — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Karate classes on the schedule at 1Up Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 28 mentions

“My son has been attending for almost 3 months now, and I’ve already seen a big difference in his confidence, focus, and discipline.”

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Teens

“My boy started there when he was in 2nd grade, and now he is a high schooler and would never miss a session!”

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Other martial arts here

Karate dojos are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at 1Up Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

Disciplines are mined from reviews and the dojo's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want taekwondo, jiu-jitsu, or kickboxing alongside your Karate, confirm the current schedule with the dojo.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 201 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 9 mentions

“This school checks every box for us - great instructors, clean facility, thoughtful curriculum, and a truly supportive atmosphere.”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“I highly recommend parents in winter park and nearby try their trial class, I think your kids and you will love them too!”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 16 mentions

“Don’t think 3-4 years won’t learn anything from karate, actually my son learnt following rules, respecting others, team working and of course many karate skills!”

From the reviews

My daughter has been part of 1Up Martial Arts family for almost a year. This have help her develop a set of skills that goes even farther than just kicks and punches. She's a lot more open, confident and less angry and moody.

★★★★★ — Cynthia, Feb 2023

We have been part of the 1UP Martial Arts family for more than 5 years and I can’t speak enough about the incredible skills both of my kiddos have mastered and lessons they’ve learned in that time. So thankful for the instructors and staff who are always encouraging and engaging!

★★★★★ — Katherine, Jun 2022

I recommend this place a 100%. My son loves it. He enjoys each class. Even us as parents enjoy how the class are well planned, organized and fun. The teachers are awesome and dedicated. The entire staff are friendly and welcoming. Thank you for all you do.

★★★★★ — Carlos, Jan 2023

We’ve been part of 1up for 2.5 years. It’s a great studio, the instructors really care about the kids and teach valuable lessons and skills! Give this studio a try you won’t regret it.

★★★★★ — Francine, May 2024

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Your first Karate class at 1Up Martial Arts

Nervous about walking into a Karate dojo for the first time? Almost everyone is, and a good sensei expects beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic stances, blocks, punches, and kicks — not hard sparring. Step to the side whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot. What to bring: water, and a mouthguard if you have one — many dojos lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi and the belt your dojo awards you. Kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the sensei. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

Karate is a contact sport. Ease in, train within your limits, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find 1Up Martial Arts

5453 Lake Howell Rd, Winter Park, FL32792

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