Awesome dojo from kinder karate to adult classes. A definite must.read more

One of Orlando's finest traditional Christian owned and operated karate dojos for over 25 years…read more From the traditional wooden deck to the amazing settings. From the begin the Gaudoins are amazing instructors and have made me and my family a part of theirs. Cant say enough about this school great for all ages.

Greatest day was the day we walked though the DOJO doors. We found our second home for sure. We…read morelove our DOJO family. Sensei Otto and staff are the best mentors for your kids in the area. If you want to train real Karate then this is the place.

I have been going to this dojo for a about six months now…read more Sensei Bob Otto is a very kind and honorable man who puts his students first. I have seen the way he works with the younger students and to help them grow as individuals. They are not only learning karate, but also life skills. How to deal with bullies, how to stand up for themselves, and how to communicate effectively. Bob and his staff really take time with the kids to work with them and help them become the best they can be. I have also seen Sensei Bob Otto and his staff help older adults ease into Karate and the exercises and take their time with them to make sure that they're doing the katas and movements correctly, but also make adjustments if a certain movement is not working for the individual (such as causing pain or discomfort due to not being flexible enough yet - or previous injury). I personally appreciate it when Sensei Otto and staff take the time to show me the proper way to do the katas, strikes, and blocks. I also enjoy the style of karate taught here. Uechi-Ryu Karate-Do. It is a traditional Okinawan karate that is closely related to Southern Shaolin Tiger and Crane Kung Fu. The art has retained a lot of the flowing circular motions seen in Kung Fu. This karate style also shares a similar lineage to Goju-Ryu. This is a very effective karate for learning self defense. In the style there is an inherent focus on conditioning the body for balance and to be able to take hits (if one has to). The blocks learned in this style are also incredibly practical and powerful. They are circular movements and operate kind of like a parry. It takes a bit to learn to do effectively but I can't argue with the practical applications. Sensei Bob Otto also brings other things into the mix to keep things interesting. Sensei Otto is a certified Krav Maga instructor and has some experience in Brazillian Jiu Jitsu. He is also a fan of boxing / kick-boxing and will often include drills and techniques from Krav Maga, BJJ, and Boxing/Kickboxing to switch things up, keep things interesting, and as he says "To add more tools to your toolbox". Everyone has been very kind and supportive and has offered me help when I have struggled. This dojo has a very nice family-like atmosphere. I always look forward to classes and always enjoy myself. If you're interested in the martial arts, this is definitely a great place to check out!

This business helped me in ways I never could imagine, not only with an amazing grandmaster, but…read moremultiple other certified instructors there to help guide you. To help you succeed with a better more positive life, the curriculum they practice and the energy and heart they give in everything they do is something incredible, I've never seen a more inspiring organization than this one, this place is completely unique and different and anyone who wants to improve their physical , emotional, financial, and life skills need to come to any Martial arts world you can find, I know that if anyone asked me if they can improve your life , I will always say yes and you'll have to run away before I give you the whole speech

The staff is amazing! My son has some special challenges and they have been nothing but accepting…read moreand compassionate while keeping discipline. Their welcoming demeanor and family atmosphere has made me and my family a fan. We are lucky to have them in the community.

This is a great local Karate facility. Master Hill is an excellent instructor and great with all…read morethe kids. I highly recommend taking Tang Soo Do at CFKA.

What a wonderful martial arts academy. The main instructor Master Hill is an amazingly talented…read moremartial artist. He is a patient, encouraging, and motivating instructor for kids, teens and adults. There is a serious difference in his approach to teaching students, Master Hill really knows what he is doing! No contracts! Super easy to deal with!

Nice facility, helpful staff, decent parking…read more After several weeks attending, I am very happy that we found this location. My oldest has been enjoying coming to class and being around kids his own age. He told me today that watching sparing is one of his favorite things so far. My only critique would be to see a bit more split for the smaller kids to the big kids early on. With the ability to catch on faster, the older kids (pre teens and up) would benefit from being split into a group by themselves so that they can be taught and move a bit faster. On occasion, the younger kids both have trouble following through with their skills, and it causes class to move slower for the older students. I look forward to seeing my almost teenager continue to grow and progress with this program.

After revisiting this establishment today changing review. Establishment is doing good for the…read morechildren of the future & the community. During COVID was attempting to do check ins just wanting all businesses in the community to be supported. This establishment was generally closed but today was able to go inside & watch during class. Nate & his wife own & operate this establishment. Very active in the life of each of these students. Nate went to visit students & make sure each student was exercising & practice during COVID. Commitment and concern makes a great teacher. This establishment deserves 5+ stars. Keep if the excellent work & dedication to students & community. We sometimes make mistakes. These kids work hard in a structured environment.

My kids love coming to Karate class every week. They experience a focused class, personalized…read moreinstruction, a most importantly, age appropriate support for their skill level. It is a mixed age class - so if your child is coming in as a young or first time student with no experience, or if you have a repeat student who is building on skills learned, the instructors are always supportive and helps each child work on their skill. The Pre Karate class is month to month, reasonably priced, and no contracts which was very important to us. It is the number one reason why we picked Oviedo Karate Club (Many parents don't realize that they have a no-contract option, which is really all that the other martial arts centers offer. I've heard many complaints regarding contracts if you fail to commit, have a schedule conflict, etc. It was a nightmare we were so happy to learn that we did not have to experience! Not to mention what the other studios charge monthly - it's unreachable for many who want to experience karate but probably are unwilling to spend that much if you don't know your child likes karate. That's why we tried it and we stayed!) I think parents would be surprised to see that a karate class can be child-centered and positive. She focuses on calming the body to focus, listening, practice, learning about Japanese traditions & terminology and the lessons never discuss "fighting another person" or "competition" or "violence." Our class does not require a belt ranking. I am glad we found the Oviedo Karate Club. It's currently at Riverside Park in Oviedo which is convenient us. We love coming here for the exercise and skill.

My kids love the classes. Sensie Judy is wonderful. She is so patient and knowledgeable. The…read morepremise is so quaint and peaceful, you would think you were in Okinawa. The best school around by far.

If you want to begin, this is the place to start. Sensei Barnhart and Sensei Judy are a team…read more Sensei Judy works with each new student to get them started. 3 private sessions come with each new membership. 6 classes a week are offered. Classes are taught, morning, noon and evening. Affordable fun.

If you want to lose weight, boost your energy level and endurance, improve your mood, relieve…read morestress and frustration, have better quality of sleep, increase your stamina and tone your body, I highly recommend you come try a Kickboxing class at Stoneybrook Karate. Having an awesome instructor is key; Sensei Bruno Cabrera is a world champion athlete who has an extensive and impressive resume of achievements as a fighter. I am privileged to train with Sensei Bruno who helps us master proper kickboxing form. He is motivating throughout the entire workout until the moves are done correctly. The entire workout is fast-paced and tends to fly by because of the fun and friendly environment. You can expect a fully body, high energy workout that engages every muscle group with strong focus on your core. No martial arts or boxing experience required. In my opinion this is the best form of high intensity interval training so be ready to push yourself to your limit in the best possible way.

My son takes karate here and we couldn't be happier with the instruction he's getting. Sensei Tim…read morehas the right combination of patience and understanding. Here is what my husband has to say... I write this review from the position of a serious martial artist. I have 20 years of martial arts experience. It is something I am deeply passionate about. It took me 8 years to reach my black belt in taekwondo; I taught for 10 years and reached my third degree; I competed actively in kickboxing for 6 years; I did aikido for 5 years during which time I was one of my sensei's (who was one of the first to bring aikido to the east coast of FL) first uchideshi, or live in student. I lived and breathed martial arts for most of my life. I found Stoneybrook Karate after my son expressed interest in learning martial arts. I thought I was going to have a terrible time looking for a school that that wasn't a "McDojo" or daycare in the guise of a karate school, let alone meet my high standards. I was pleasantly surprised to find a school that has: ***a head instructor who attained his yudansha (black belt) in Okinawa--the birthplace of traditional karate ***several kids that are nationally and internationally ranked competitors that help with the kids classes ***a competition team that is serious about competing in legitimate tournaments ***a strict, disciplined teaching approach that delivers results Sensei Tim is a no-nonsense instructor who teaches karate in a way it was taught to him in Okinawa. There is no BSing around. The kids work hard and they enjoy what they are doing because they are actually getting very good at it by learning at this school. These are all huge pluses for me, as a martial artist and as a parent. If you are interested in serious, traditional karate for yourself or your child, you would do yourself a great favor by visiting this school!