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Gio karate

5 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · Karate dojo in St Cloud, Florida

Karate dojo Kids & teens Competition team

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  • 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
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  • Website & schedule giokarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 863-307-6656

Hours

Monday 2:30–7:30 pm
Tuesday 2:30–7:30 pm
Wednesday 2:30–7:30 pm
Thursday 2:30–7:30 pm
Friday 2:30–7:30 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 Gio karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 12 mentions

“As a martial artist myself and a parent of a a kid who has been doing martial arts for 8 years and been to different schools I highly recommend GIO.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“This karate school is really fun and the camp events are very exciting, great for kids who want to learn self defense, I recommend you should go!”

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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 Gio karate — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“This karate school is really fun and the camp events are very exciting, great for kids who want to learn self defense, I recommend you should go!”

Other dojos that also teach self-defense →

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 30 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 5 mentions

“I highly recommend Gio Karate, very professional and a great instructor dedicate to teach.”

friendly, respectful dojo 8 mentions

“They are family owned and operated who love what they do and it shows.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 4 mentions

“Especially for kids with ADHD or behavior problems where Martial Arts help them develop discipline, organization, and responsibility.”

From the reviews

Having taught martial arts for 7 years I consider myself a good judge of instructors. Sensei Gio & his whole staff are truly amazing. My 5-year old has been going for almost a year and is loving it.

★★★★★ — Joseph, Jul 2021

Best karate dojo in Osceola county. I train there with my two sons (10 and 6 years old) and we love it. Sensei Gio is awesome! Would highly recommend for a great way to stay in shape or if you are looking to train to compete.

★★★★★ — Jason, Sep 2020

Great Karate School!!! The instructor is very professional and knowledgeable! I recommend this school to everyone.

★★★★★ — Juan, Dec 2019

Great karate and after school program., family environment :) jus the best on town

★★★★★ — Sensei, Dec 2019

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Your first Karate class at Gio 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 Gio karate

3280 Canoe Creek Rd, St Cloud, FL34772

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