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Carrollwood Black Belt Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 41 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Tampa, Florida
Affiliated dojo — reviews and the dojo's own info point to a recognized Karate style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Goju-Ryu, Isshinryu, Tiger Schulmann's or Villari's). If lineage matters to you, ask which style and organization the dojo belongs to, and under whom the head sensei earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule martialartstampa.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (813) 264-5425
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM–6:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM–6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM–6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM–6:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM–6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughters have attended Carrollwood Black Bell Academy for several years now and I can safely say that there is no one better than them.”
“It was here where I experienced the first time in my life the martial arts and I will be forever grateful to Mr.”
Other martial arts here
“Our son has been here for 4 years for their after school program and to learn tae kwon do.”
What students say
“Sensei has a great group of instructors who keep the kids engaged and eager to learn.”
“Chosing the family at Carrollwood Black Belt to be a part of my son's life is one of the best decisions I made raising him.”
“Both of my kids have been coming here for years. We love the school and Sensei Miranda is great with the kids.”
“He teaches you to not only respect yourself but respect others and how you do that is by maintaining a good appearance and a good work environment .”
From the reviews
I believe I was 8 years old when I attended Carrollwood Black Belt Academy in their after school program. It was here where I experienced the first time in my life the martial arts and I will be forever grateful to Mr. Lay and Mr. Miranda for being such wonderful teachers.
My son has been attending for almost a year now and he is doing great! We switched to Carrollwood Black Belt Academy from another local school and we could not be happier with the results! My son is happier and I have seen a new level of confidence and focus in him since switching.
My son loves it here. Having the same dedicated staff over the years is comforting for parents. Sensei Miranda is always available to answer your questions and any concerns you may have.
My son has been attending Carrollwood Black Belt for three years and I wouldn’t want it any other way! He has learned so much and everyone is so great with him! I highly recommend this place for your children!
New to Karate? Start at Carrollwood Black Belt Academy
Carrollwood Black Belt Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a dojo, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and the sensei scales the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable dojos build fundamentals (stances, blocks, punches, and kicks) for weeks, and kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, with pads and control. Third, all levels and ages really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Karate class at Carrollwood Black Belt Academy
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.
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