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KODOKAI USA KARATE
5 ★★★★★ 48 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Miami Lakes, 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
- 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 (ages 4–18) — 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 kodokaimiamilakes.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 346-851-8445
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“While learning karate, kids get to improve physical condition, build self-confidence, control and discipline not without having fun.”
“Sensei Zamora is not only higly skilled but also patient and encouraging, creating a welcoming environment for students of all levels, from beginners to advanced.”
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What students say
“Plus sensei Decio and sensei Miguel are amazing, always showing patience, compassion, care, and discipline.”
“Sensei Zamora is not only higly skilled but also patient and encouraging, creating a welcoming environment for students of all levels, from beginners to advanced.”
“Since starting at KODOKAI in Miami lakes my daughter has shown incredible growth and focus.”
“What truly sets Sensei Miguel apart is his goal-oriented mindset and relentless drive for achievement, especially when it comes to tournaments.”
“Our child has been learning Karate here for years and they are very profesional, disciplined, rigorous and offer different levels of involvement.”
From the reviews
Our child has been learning Karate here for years and they are very profesional, disciplined, rigorous and offer different levels of involvement.
KODOKAI USA stands out as a premier martial arts institution, thanks in large part to the exceptional leadership of Sensei Miguel Zamora. Sensei Miguel is not just an instructor; he is a mentor, a guide, and an inspiration to all his students.
I LOVE this dojo. I highly recommend it. We came here a little after this location opened after the start of summer break and so far it has been a great experience. My daughter trains with sensei Decio the most and he is amazing. Sensei Miguel is the owner and he is awesome.
Best Karate training for all ages, consistent, professional, and challenging Both Sensei teach with passion and knowledge. While learning karate, kids get to improve physical condition, build self-confidence, control and discipline not without having fun. Highly recommend.
New to Karate? Start at KODOKAI USA KARATE
KODOKAI USA KARATE 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 KODOKAI USA 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.
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🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site