- Character
- Respect
- Discipline
- Self-Control
"The ultimate aim of karate does not lie in victory or defeat, but in the perfection of the character of its participants."
- Sensei Gichin Funakoshi
Founder - Shotokan
Classes
Locations
Group Classes
Karate classes are an excellent way to get into shape, learn self-defense, and build coordination. Training with other students is one of the best ways to sharpen your skills as a karate student.
Great for the whole family. Few activities allow all family members to participate together as martial arts does. With our karate class, children and parents get to learn side by side.
Private Instruction
Sensei Koenig is available for individual or group private lessons which can enhance your weekly class practice. If you would like to learn one on one or go more in depth with your knowledge and practice, please contact Sensei Koenig via email or phone (813-609-2299) for availability regarding private lessons.
After-School
Karate is an excellent tool to supplement the education your child receives by adding a fun, physical activity that promotes discipline, concentration and focusing skills.
Our after-school program is non-contact, but allows the students to learn basic blocking, punching and kicking techniques. Through the use of games and memorized routines (katas), students develop character, respect, discipline and self-control.
Our afterschool program is once a week at your child's school. Each class is 45 minutes long and usually starts 15 minutes after school releases. The students are escorted from their classrooms or car line to the karate class by either their teacher or karate instructor. After class, parents may pick up their children or they may be escorted to aftercare.
Our after-school program information is typically distributed through the school or daycare that your child attends. Please contact your school or daycare for registration materials, or contact us about a specific location. If your school does not offer karate as an extra-curricular,
contact us so that we can get one started!
Current After School Programs
Incarnation Catholic School, Thursdays
3:00pm - 4:45pm (Classes have resumed!)
Pepin Academies - Riverview Campus, Fridays
3:00pm - 3:45pm (Classes have resumed!)
Tampa Covenant Church Homeschoolers, Tuesdays
10:20am - 11:20am (Starting August 10, 2021)
Pepin Academies - Tampa Campus, Mondays
3:30pm - 4:15pm (Resuming August 2021)
Hillsborough Academy of Math and Science, Wednesdays
3:30pm - 4:15pm (Postponed)
Adults Self-Defense Class
This class will be similar to self-defense classes that we have run before, but will be ongoing and address more advanced training, scenarios and tactics over time. This training draws on several different disciplines to give a more complete understanding of self-defense in the real world. Students will learn striking, controlling and defensive tactics to prepare for real life self-defense situations.
Weapons Classes
Sensei Koenig holds a black belt in weapons, the first ever awarded by his instructor. Instruction in Tonfa, Nunchaku, Eku, Bo, Kama, and Sai are available.
CARROLLWOOD CLASSES (OPEN!)
NEW! Mondays 6:00pm - Group Class all ages 5+
NEW! Mondays 7:15pm - Adult Self-defense ages 16+
Thursdays 5:30pm - Group Class all ages 5+
Thursdays 6:30pm - Group Class all ages 5+
Thursdays 7:30pm - Adult Class ages 13+
These group classes are for all age groups and experience levels. The 5:30pm and 6:30pm class is for ages 5 and up. The 7:30pm class is for adults ages 13 and up. Our Mondays 7:15pm class is an Adults Self-Defense Class. This class will be similar to self-defense classes that we have run before, but will be ongoing and address more advanced training, scenarios and tactics over time. This training draws on several different disciplines to give a more complete understanding of self-defense in the real world. Students will learn striking, controlling and defensive tactics to prepare for real life self-defense situations.
We offer a free 2 week trial before any payments need to be made. Come and try the karate class for yourself completely free of charge! Get a great workout, learn to defend yourself, work on discipline and self-esteem in a fun environment with someone who wants to help you achieve your goals.
Free two week trial!
Location: Tampa Covenant Church - Fellowship Hall
13320 Lake Magdalene Blvd
Tampa, FL 33618
Day: Mondays
Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm ages 5+ Group Karate Class
7:15pm - 8:30pm ages 13+ Adults Self-Defense Class
Day: Thursdays
Time: 5:30pm - 6:25pm ages 5+ Group Karate Class
6:30pm - 7:25pm ages 5+ Group Karate Class
7:30pm - 8:45pm ages 13+ Adults Class
Cost:
Evening Karate Classes:
$55/month - 1 day per week ($40/month per additional family member for 1 day per week)
$80/month - 2 days per week ($70/month per additional family member for 2 days per week)
$95/month - 3 days per week ($90/month per additional family member for 3 days per week)
Self Defense Class:
$55/month (or $25 if already enrolled in Karate Classes)
$20 Registration fee
NORTHDALE CLASS
The Tuesday night class at the Northdale Rec Center has been canceled until further notice due to Hillsborough County Covid-19 restrictions.
These group classes are for all age groups and experience levels. We offer a free trial class before any payments need to be made. Come and try the karate class for yourself completely free of charge! Get a great workout, learn to defend yourself, work on discipline and self-esteem in a fun environment with someone who wants to help you achieve your goals.
Location: Northdale Recreation Center
15550 Spring Pine Drive
Tampa, FL 33624
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 6pm - 7pm
Ages: 5 years through adult
Cost: $10 per class
WESTSHORE CLASS (OPEN!)
Join us for Kids Karate! Ages 3 and up. This class focuses on building coordination, respect, discipline, and self-control through the use of karate games and activities. Students will learn basic karate techniques (and learn not to use them outside of class), stranger awareness, anti-bullying and more. Don't miss this great opportunity!
Location: Doublemint Sitting
INSIDE Westshore Mall (Next to The Loft & across from Hot Topic) use the garage mall entrance next to the old Sears and turn right when you enter the mall
101 Westshore Plaza
Tampa, FL 33609
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 5pm - 5:45pm Kids class ages 3+
6pm - 7:00pm Group class all ages
Ages: 3 years and up
Cost: $50/month 1st member ($40 each additional family), $20 Registration fee