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Kickin' It Karate & Fitness Bradenton / Lakewood Ranch FL
5 ★★★★★ 59 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Bradenton, Florida
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
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule kickinitkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (941) 755-6000
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–6:30 PM |
| Friday | 4:30–6 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Kickin' It Karate and Fitness Your staff and ownership are wonderful, and you have made such a huge positive impact on my children.”
“Great for getting in shape, staying in shape and learning self defense.”
Other martial arts here
“Both Karate and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes were run very well and the instructors clearly have years and years of experience in martial arts, and working with kids and families.”
“Great for getting in shape, staying in shape and learning self defense.”
What students say
“And then you can observe other important factors you always want to see at Martial Arts academy: Discipline, good classes, great instructors, and a clean facility.”
“They treat each other like family, very fair with pricing, they stay in communication about progress of my son.”
“Their kids program seems to be doing great, there were easily over 30 kids and all followed instruction well.”
“And then you can observe other important factors you always want to see at Martial Arts academy: Discipline, good classes, great instructors, and a clean facility.”
From the reviews
Kickin’it karate & fitness is a great martial arts/fitness school with amazing instructors that are constantly sharing their knowledge of the sport. The environment is very welcoming to all and takes you in as part of the family.
Kickin It is an amazing, fun, trustworthy place for kids and adults. We have been a part of the Kickin It family for 5 years now and they never disappoint. All of the staff is amazing and they always take great care of my kiddos. Josh and Becky run a phenomenal school and are extraordinary people.
I have visited several martial arts gyms; in the Bay area, South Florida, and a few others across the world when I was fortunate enough to travel. Kickin' It Karate's first impression is FAMILY oriented.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We can’t say enough wonderful things about Kickin’ It Karate! From the moment we walked in, we felt the love, warmth, and positive energy. The instructors go above and beyond—they teach discipline, respect, and focus, but they also lead with so much kindness and heart.
New to Karate? Start at Kickin' It Karate & Fitness Bradenton / Lakewood Ranch FL
Kickin' It Karate & Fitness Bradenton / Lakewood Ranch FL comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a dojo, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and the sensei scales the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable dojos build fundamentals (stances, blocks, punches, and kicks) for weeks, and kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, with pads and control. Third, all levels and ages really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Karate class at Kickin' It Karate & Fitness Bradenton / Lakewood Ranch FL
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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