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Karate Beyond

5 ★★★★★ 140 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Lakeland, Florida

Karate dojo Kids & teens

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Phone (863) 354-5467

Hours

Monday 3:30–8 PM
Tuesday 3:30–8 PM
Wednesday 3:30–8 PM
Thursday 3:30–8 PM
Friday 3:30–5:30 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 Karate Beyond, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 32 mentions

“My children's habits have changed since they started in Karate Beyond, definitely the best investment and gift we have made to our children is the karate classes here.”

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“5 yr old has been in Master Choe’s Little Ninja karate class for 8 weeks now and it’s been an amazing experience.”

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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 Karate Beyond — 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 140 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 7 mentions

“My girls are autistic and my youngest got pretty overstimulated and would act out and the way master jae was with her was truly amazing.”

friendly, respectful dojo 4 mentions

“We love the flexibility of the class days and times you can attend, it is the perfect fit for any busy family.”

🧒 strong kids program 8 mentions

“Not to mention our son has a blast! We love the flexibility of the class days and times you can attend, it is the perfect fit for any busy family.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 27 mentions

“The discipline needed in Karate extend so well into daily lives and this is something that Karate Beyond (and Master Jae in particular) excel at teaching.”

From the reviews

We love Karate Beyond! We were hesitant about signing up for a karate class at first, but we were hooked after our trial sessions and never looked back. These classes have done so much for building confidence in our kids!

★★★★★ — Jake, Sep 2025

I can’t say enough good things about Karate Beyond! My kids absolutely love it here. From the very first time we met Master Jae, he made them feel comfortable and welcomed. They had been hesitant to try karate again after a previous experience elsewhere where they didn’t feel at ease and struggled to follow along.

★★★★★ — Tes, Sep 2025

My son has been attending classes at Karate Beyond for almost 2 years (since he was 4) and in that time he has never once wanted to skip a week. He looks forward to class, has loved the summer camp, and asks to go to all the Kid Night Out activities.

★★★★★ — Jennie, Sep 2025

I cannot begin to express all the positives my grandson Ashton is experiencing at Karate Beyond. Ashton is learning self confidence, discipline, focus, respect, and what it’s like to work together as a team. I am beyond proud of his dedication to karate and to see him work hard to earn his stripes and move up in rank.

★★★★★ — Brenda, Sep 2025

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Your first Karate class at Karate Beyond

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 Karate Beyond

613 School House Rd, Lakeland, FL33813

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