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Central Florida Kyokushin

5 ★★★★★ 14 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Orlando, Florida

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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.

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Phone (407) 928-0435

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 6–8:15 PM
Wednesday 6–8:15 PM
Thursday 6–8:15 PM
Friday Closed
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 Central Florida Kyokushin, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🥊 Kumite / Sparring 2 mentions

“Full contact kumite is a great adrenaline rush.”

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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 Central Florida Kyokushin — 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 14 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 3 mentions

“The atmosphere is great and all the students are very welcoming.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 2 mentions
active competition / tournament team 2 mentions

“Full contact kumite is a great adrenaline rush.”

traditional style & affiliation 5 mentions

“IKO Central Florida Kyokushin Karate Hawaii Branch is a traditional full contact martial arts dojo.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 6 mentions

“I noticed on my son a great change in regards to his discipline and focus, also more skilled, confident and motivated.”

From the reviews

The strongest karate made it to Orlando. My 13 yrs son love's it. The atmosphere is great and all the students are very welcoming. Sensei Carlos Vega is a wonderful teacher with vast years of experience.

★★★★★ — Vanessa, Sep 2019

IKO Central Florida Kyokushin Karate Hawaii Branch is a traditional full contact martial arts dojo. The Dojo's follows the philosophy and teachings of Masutatsu Oyama, who was the founder of Kyokushinkai Karate.

★★★★★ — Attila, Oct 2022

Authentic Kyokushin dojo : hard good training and brotherhood spirit! Good students and very qualified instructor!

★★★★★ — Alexandre, Apr 2023

Zeer kundig. Fijne manier van lesgeven. Hebben ons met open armen ontvangen en hebben een onvergetelijke indruk achtergelaten bij mijn dochter. We komen zeker terug wanneer we in de buurt zijn!

★★★★★ — Laura, Aug 2023

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 14 reviews →

Your first Karate class at Central Florida Kyokushin

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 Central Florida Kyokushin

5732 Old Cheney Hwy, Orlando, FL32807

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