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Fort Myers National Karate

5 ★★★★★ 4 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Fort Myers, Florida

Karate dojo Kids & teens Weapons / kobudo Competition team

Long-standing chain providing martial arts training for all ages & skill levels.

Plan your first class

  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 4–18) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Weapons / kobudo traditional weapons (kobudo) classes — kata with the bo, sai, and nunchaku, taught with control and discipline
  • Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule nationalkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (941) 270-3348

Hours

Monday 5:30–8:30 PM
Tuesday 5:30–8:30 PM
Wednesday 5:30–8:30 PM
Thursday Closed
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 Fort Myers National Karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 5 mentions

“Barry Maxwell has an excellent way of dealing with children that trains leadership, discipline and all the way having fun!”

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⚔️ Weapons (Kobudo)

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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 Fort Myers National Karate — 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 4 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“My child has grown so much in confidence and discipline since joining this program.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 3 mentions

“Barry Maxwell has an excellent way of dealing with children that trains leadership, discipline and all the way having fun!”

From the reviews

Mr. Maxwell is a very knowledgeable and patient karate instructor! My child has grown so much in confidence and discipline since joining this program. She also has so much fun in class! Mr. Maxwell creates a positive, fun, and encouraging environment, while still pushing students to do their best. We highly recommend!

★★★★★ — Jaclyn, Dec 2025

Our granddaughter has really grown in leaps and bounds with this program. Barry Maxwell has an excellent way of dealing with children that trains leadership, discipline and all the way having fun!! Our granddaughter loves coming twice a week!! Thank you, Mr. Maxwell!!

★★★★★ — Andrea, May 2025

My kids LOVE coming twice a week to study under Barry! He is so fun with the younger kids, while teaching the intricacies of each motion to those who are progressing. I highly recommend joining!

★★★★★ — Root, Nov 2025

Friendly members. Classes are great to be in. My daughter went from shy closed off to opening up an learning so much

★★★★★ — Jennifer, May 2025

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Your first Karate class at Fort Myers National Karate

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 Fort Myers National Karate

Education Building, 15570 Hagie Dr Multipurpose Room, Fort Myers, FL33908

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