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Karate America - Ft. Lauderdale
4.5 ★★★★★ 42 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule 6215.prod.live.site.mystudio.io — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 954-567-5686
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Karate America Fort Lauderdale has always been a reliable and inspiring place for my son's karate journey under Master Ferrer's guidance.”
“The amount of knowledge they bring to their teaching is beyond anything my family has experienced for both the kids and adult classes.”
Other martial arts here
“I was in Fort Lauderdale for the AAU Taekwondo Nationals, but my airline lost my staff.”
“I love kickboxing and Krav Maga, they are a great workout, I burned 600 calories in each class ,the instructors are the best !”
“I love kickboxing and Krav Maga, they are a great workout, I burned 600 calories in each class ,the instructors are the best !”
What students say
“Vasilca are the best instructors your kid can possible have.”
“The amount of knowledge they bring to their teaching is beyond anything my family has experienced for both the kids and adult classes.”
“She also collaborated with me to host two convenient one-day camps when our school was closed, offering students a great way to continue their training and stay engaged.”
“Great place for the kids, my son love it and he look forward to every single class.”
“My son has been going to Karate America since December 2014 and his behavior and confidence in himself has gotten better.”
From the reviews
Karate America Fort Lauderdale has always been a reliable and inspiring place for my son's karate journey under Master Ferrer's guidance. Recently, we have been thrilled with the addition of Ms. Cynthia Uzzolino to the team.
Incredible experience for my son! This place exceeds my high expectations every time. Family like environment but packs a serious kick. Thinking of joining adult class because I love what I see!
I cannot say enough about this academy and its instructors, Mr. Ferrer and Mr. Rivera!! My two children attend the classes here and love it. They are not only learning martial arts like karate and self defense (a gift every child should have for life), but my children are also learning confidence, positive attitudes,…
I was in Fort Lauderdale for the AAU Taekwondo Nationals, but my airline lost my staff. I looked around for dojos that sold staffs and thankfully found Karate America. Not only did they have the exact size and weight I needed, they loaned it to me for free.
Your first Karate class at Karate America - Ft. Lauderdale
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.
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