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Florida Karate Clubs

5 ★★★★★ 42 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Doral, Florida

Karate dojo Free trial Affiliated Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team

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

  • 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 — 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
  • Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule floridakarateclubs.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 305-305-0286

Hours

Monday 10 am–7:30 pm
Tuesday 10 am–9 pm
Wednesday 10 am–7:30 pm
Thursday 10 am–9 pm
Friday 10 am–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 Florida Karate Clubs, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 13 mentions

“Being granted the opportunity to teach children and individuals under his mentorship has transformed my life in ways I can’t fully put into words.”

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💪 Women's Karate

“This dojo has shown how you can empower yourself especially as a woman and how strong you can be.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“At Florida Karate Club, my kids didn’t just learn martial arts — they developed self-discipline, confidence, and self-defense 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 Florida Karate Clubs — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“At Florida Karate Club, my kids didn’t just learn martial arts — they developed self-discipline, confidence, and self-defense skills.”

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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 42 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 3 mentions

“Sensei Luis Sánchez is extremely dedicated to the wellbeing and discipline of all his students.”

friendly, respectful dojo 12 mentions

“Me and my family are very happy to be a part of this dojo were we find new friends and a perfect place to have the body and mind wellbeing.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 3 mentions

“Teaching traditional karate from Japan along with discipline, respect, and power Sensei Luis Sanchez helps form better people not just for karate but in life.”

active competition / tournament team 11 mentions

“Because of Sensei Luis’ coaching and belief in me, I’ve had the incredible opportunity to win multiple national championships and compete and succeed in international tournaments.”

traditional style & affiliation 7 mentions

“Teaching traditional karate from Japan along with discipline, respect, and power Sensei Luis Sanchez helps form better people not just for karate but in life.”

💗 welcoming to women 3 mentions

“This dojo has shown how you can empower yourself especially as a woman and how strong you can be.”

From the reviews

Best Dojo in Miami! You can’t find another one like this, huge facility, amazing staff, Shihan Luis Sanchez is one of the most important and dedicated person in world of karate. Great for kids and adults.

★★★★★ — Heli, Feb 2023

If you are looking for excellence, you must belong to this karate school The best Dojo in the world!

★★★★★ — Jesus, Apr 2020

Han sido ya mas de ocho años formando parte de Florida Karate Club, y sinceramente no tenemos más que palabras de agradecimiento. Gracias a ellos, mi hija descubrió el karate y todo lo que este camino significa: disciplina, respeto, constancia y crecimiento personal.

★★★★★ — Felix, Apr 2026

Florida Karate Club is by far the Best Dojo in Miami. Sensei Luis Sánchez is extremely dedicated to the wellbeing and discipline of all his students. My son has been attending for more than a year and I can honestly say that he has become more disciplined and athletic.

★★★★★ — Stephanie, Feb 2019

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Your first Karate class at Florida 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 Florida Karate Clubs

11251 NW 20th St #118, Doral, FL33172

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