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New Tampa Karate

5 ★★★★★ 98 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Tampa, Florida

Karate dojo Free trial Affiliated Kids & teens Private lessons

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 (ages 8) — 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule newtampakarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (813) 994-7809

Hours

Monday 5–9 PM
Tuesday 5–9 PM
Wednesday 5–9 PM
Thursday 5–9 PM
Friday 5–8 PM
Saturday 9 AM–12 PM
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 New Tampa Karate, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 21 mentions

“Sensei Edi and all staff are great, they care about the kids learning, but also about building up their character and confidence, with respect and kindness.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“Each class has enough senseis to provide necessary one on one time to each student throughout their exercises.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

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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 New Tampa Karate — 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 98 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 4 mentions

“What stands out to me most as a parent —-> 1) Genuinely friendly & welcoming 2) Positive, encouraging environment 3) Excellent instruction 4) Professional establishment, i.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“What stands out to me most as a parent —-> 1) Genuinely friendly & welcoming 2) Positive, encouraging environment 3) Excellent instruction 4) Professional establishment, i.”

friendly, respectful dojo 17 mentions

“They create a positive and supportive environment where students learn discipline, respect, and confidence while having fun.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 3 mentions

“Not only does he learn disciplined forms and moves, the dojo also has a place for fun and recreation.”

🧒 strong kids program 7 mentions

“Stop in and start a trial to see if your child would like it. The discipline your child will learn from it is worth it.”

clean, welcoming dojo 3 mentions

“The studio is super clean, smells great, and has such a welcoming atmosphere.”

From the reviews

Thank you all at the Dojo for building confidence and skills to Brandon. I have seen him progress this year. I recommend New Tampa Karate to everyone. Sensei Eddie and all his team are all trained and specialized to train each child. They are constantly active throughout the whole class.

★★★★★ — Amy, Sep 2025

Our son Jakoby absolutely loves New Tampa Karate! Sensei Eddie, his wife, and the entire team have created such a welcoming and positive environment for all the students. The instructors are fantastic — patient, motivating, and great with kids.

★★★★★ — Lester, Nov 2025

We love New Tampa Karate! Our son has been practicing Karate here for the past two years and it has been a great experience. Sensei Edi and all staff are great, they care about the kids learning, but also about building up their character and confidence, with respect and kindness. They are very welcoming and engaging.

★★★★★ — Alejandra, Sep 2025

My kids have been going to New Tampa Karate since they were 2-3years old , now it’s over 12yrs and they have achieved great self defense and fitness techniques, they have outstanding teachers-Sensei Eddie, and all the sensei are very talented. Ms Emily is amazing! She is very courteous and very helpful.

★★★★★ — Dolly, Sep 2025

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 98 reviews →

Your first Karate class at New Tampa 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 New Tampa Karate

10012 Cross Creek Blvd, Tampa, FL33647

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