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Chris Welbon Karate Clubs

4.9 ★★★★★ 77 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Plant City, Florida

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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 4–12) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
  • Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
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  • Website & schedule chriswelbonkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 813-752-9800

Hours

Monday 1–8:45 pm
Tuesday 2–8:45 pm
Wednesday 2–8:45 pm
Thursday 2–8:45 pm
Friday 2–6 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 Chris Welbon Karate Clubs, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 32 mentions

“One of the few places I feel safe for my children to learn, exercise and grow under the inspirations of true role models in our community.”

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🐉 Little Dragons

“He started in the Little Tigers class when he was in preK and is now in the advanced belt class.”

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👤 Private Lessons 3 mentions

“Private classes for one on one.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“I love the emphasis on discipline and faith both in and outside the dojo, giving kids valuable real world skills.”

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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 Chris Welbon Karate Clubs — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“Taking his self-defense class with my church FREE LIFE CHAPEL and he is awesome.”

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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 77 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 10 mentions

“This wonderful establishment provides kids with a positive activity to engage in after school in a safe and supportive environment.”

🧒 strong kids program 9 mentions

“Chris welbon karate is teaching my child discipline and a skill that will last a lifetime.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 13 mentions

“They learn valuable lessons, love the instructors and are treated with just as much respect as they are expected to give.”

From the reviews

Chris welbon karate is teaching my child discipline and a skill that will last a lifetime. Sensai Welbon, Mr Warren, Mr Karlson, Ms Rodriguez, Ms. Maddox, and Mr Luis are all amazing leaders. After nearly 4 yrs attending CWKC, there have been many changes but one very important constant.....

★★★★★ — Kenneth, Oct 2025

Our oldest son just started karate lessons and has already shown so much skill and improvement after only a couple classes! I love the emphasis on discipline and faith both in and outside the dojo, giving kids valuable real world skills.

★★★★★ — Karen, Sep 2025

Our children love being a part of Chris Welbon Karate Clubs. They learn valuable lessons, love the instructors and are treated with just as much respect as they are expected to give. Truly a God honoring and caring facility. Highly recommend.

★★★★★ — Kathy, Jan 2016

We’ve been going to Chris Welbon Karate Club for a few weeks now and love it. Everyone has been so kind, helpful and has made our daughter feel welcome. We’re excited for her experience and journey as she continues classes

★★★★★ — Jackie, Oct 2025

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Your first Karate class at Chris Welbon Karate Clubs

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 Chris Welbon Karate Clubs

204 N Mobley St, Plant City, FL33563

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