World Champion Karate has been an amazing experience for our family! Been here over 2 years. The instructors are not only highly skilled but also incredibly patient and motivating with the kids. They know how to bring out the best in each student while still making every class fun and engaging. We've seen huge growth in confidence, discipline, and focus. The energy in the studio is always positive and encouraging, and the environment feels like one big supportive family. It is family! Highly recommend to any parent looking to get their child into martial arts. This place is the real deal! read more

World Champion Karate - 6PM Class 08.06.24 - Karate Near Me - Orange, California

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Sensei Steven and all of the Senseis here are fantastic with the students. Very patient and motivated to ensure martial arts growth and development. The studio is nice and clean and organized. Love this place! read more

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Our whole family loves this dojo. My son has been taking karate here for over a year and loves it. They work hard and learn technique but have fun. Sensei Steve is a great instructor. He takes his time with each student and always is so encouraging to students while giving constructive feedback. My daughters and I take kickboxing and it is a great workout balanced with proper technique. Highly recommended. read more

Great staff teamwork always feel their concern and care for their customers Even when we can't make it we feel like our membership is supporting their good cause! read more

World Champion Karate - Karate Near Me - Orange, California

This place is special. It truly blows my mind how the sensi's are able to balance fun, learning, and discipline for kids as young as my son (4yrs old). But even more importantly for me, I can see how much they truly love working with the kids and enjoy what they do. I find myself smiling multiple times throughout the classes, just watching the interactions between the kids and the sensi. I can pretty much guarantee that if you try it, you're going to love it. read more

I can't say enough how grateful I am that we joined WCK and that my son is learning from the remarkable Senseiss, especially Sensei Steve; a man of great caliber/character. I am so grateful that my son has such a wonderful Sensei to learn from and look up to. Being that I am a single-mom, it is VERY important to me that I surround my son with exemplary men who will teach him, from a man's perspective, what it means to be a young man of great moral value, work-ethic and respect. He has that in the Senseis at WCK;, I am beyond grateful for the examples they set for him. Ryder adores Sensei Steve, and talks about him all week long; "Mom, how many more days until I go back to karate to see Sensei Steve?" I love that he wants to make him proud and that he works at improving, in an effort to do so. Sensei Steve, Sensei Raymond and everyone at WCK are truly incredible people with insane talent. I wholeheartedly recommend WCK; the program is FANTASTIC. Thank you Sensei Steve, for being so good with your students; for being so wonderful to and for my son. I couldn't ask for a better Sensei, Mentor, and supporter for him. You have built a truly remarkable studio and program. Thank you! read more

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If I could give more stars I would! My son has been taking classes at this dojo for three years and he loves it. The senseis are truly passionate about the kids here. They know the name of every kid in every class. Time and again they demonstrate character and commitment. Taking classes here has shaped my son into a confident young man. Worth every penny! read more

When I drive by all of the myriad dojo's around, I can't help but think how lucky we got that our little 3 year old ended up here. This place is like the karate equivalent of Cheers. I can't say enough about the senseis; they are so kind and good with the kids. Watching them teach, I wonder if they all have their degrees in child development. They manage to blend an encouraging and fun atmosphere with challenging classes and accountability that is so good for the kids' growth and development. Highly (HIGHLY) recommend. read more

World Champion Karate - Karate Near Me - Orange, California

My son has been attending this dojo for almost 6 months and his instructor Calvin is amazing! He has all the students engaged and on their toes. My son has been in karate before, but this is far superior. I would recommend this for anyone who has children that would like to learn and excel. read more

I travel from Laguna Beach to bring my son to World Champion Karate because the level of instruction is unsurpassed in this industry. The instructors are truly the best in the sport and have proven so time and time again in National and International competition. They take quality very seriously and students are getting the highest level in curriculum and technique. Whether the students goal is competition, getting in shape, or just a fun healthy activity, World Champion Karate will help the student succeed in accomplishing their goal. Not all karate schools are the same and World Champion Karate stands alone in quality and value. read more

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Updated review - as my son progresses through the ranks, I have formed a good relationship with all of the sensei's here at this dojo. I can not stress enough how awesome the teaching and discipline is here. If you are looking for an extracurricular activity for your child, or just useful tactics for their future (should they need it), this is the place to go. Your child will grow their self confidence with every belt achieved. It is awesome to see their progression and maturity throughout the process. Very rewarding from a parental standpoint as well. Thank you, WCK, for being fully committed and motivated at what you do. read more

I just joined my son here and I am impressed with their work ethic. My son really enjoys the sport of karate and really likes being a part of WCK. To get my son to join any sport is a chore so 2 thumbs up for winning my son over and making him a member. read more

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My daughter loves WCK. She started attending with her dad a while back and now is a blue advanced belt at the age of 8. If you are looking for a place where your kid learns self defense WCK is the place. Family Friendly ;) read more

My 4 and 7 year old boys are enrolled here and I couldn't be happier. Every instructor is a class act and they teach excellent discipline and exercise and karate. As with every solo sport you get out what you put in and they have a great way of bringing out the best. Top notch. read more

I have been going to World Championship Karate for over a year and I have to say that the facility and instructors here are top notch. Every instructor is very knowledgeable and excellent at teaching. No matter what level of skill you may be at, they will be able to help you improve and develop your skills. I am part part of Grappling for MMA class meeting Mon and Wed evening and Sat morning. This is a new class offered at WCK, but I have been training with the instructor Alex for over 4 years. I started out being interested in mixed martial arts and wanted to try it out. Four years training under Alex, and I am now very very confident in my wrestling, Jiu jitsu, and all grappling skills. Its a tough sport but I have become tough along with it. I've also met a lot of good people who will be lifelong friends. If you are interested I highly suggest you check it out. A big concern of mine when starting this sport was the super high costs at most gyms. However the price for value I've gotten is unbeatable here. read more

This is hands down the best Karate Dojo in OC. Both my sons train here and Sensei Ray and Sensei Steve are the best instructors. Their combination of knowledge, discipline, and fun environment keep my kids interested in Martial Arts. They cannot wait to go train every week. I recommend it to anyone looking to train in Martial Arts. read more

After trying several other dojo's out from Tustin to Long Beach we settled on WCK after a friend recommended it to us. There is NO place like it. Search if you must but please enroll your child at WCK. If you are looking for a belt factory...this is not the place. The Senseis take great time and care with each student. Being a teacher myself (education, not karate) I am very aware of how adults interact with children. Sensei Raymond and Sensei Steve are incredibly gifted in working with children of all ages, young adults and adults alike. They are intuitive and know what each student needs to work on whether it be self confidence, respect, responsibility, self control etc. The dojo is a GREAT balance of fun and discipline. My kids leave having had a superb work out, burning energy, learning to focus and smiling the whole time. read more

As a former teacher, I know how challenging it is to command respect from a group of children and still have fun, laugh and be disciplined while teaching a real curriculum. Well, they do it all here. My 6-year-old daughter is now a yellow belt, and boy has she worked hard for it. This is not a dojo where they will just keep testing your little one to make money. The kids here are all having fun and learning to be respectful and focused. Most importantly, every sensei here is excellent at what they do. They are so fantastic with the children. I like that they always have enough senseis and student helpers on the floor to match how many students there are. I can see that the classes are growing (for good reason), and the kids always get attention from more than one sensei. My daughter has really turned around. She attends twice a week, and I think it's definitely recommended to keep up with the learning. She feels successful because there are stripes and milestones along the way. It keeps her motivated. Another reviewer mentioned that all the senseis remember the kids names. It is true! Not only that, but I believe they all seem to remember where each student is in their progression. They are so good at positive reinforcement and individual recognition. I take the cardio kickboxing classes here on occasion, and it is also a really great workout for a very reasonable price. You get a little bit of everything - cardio, bodyweight strength, abs, etc. I've recommended WCK to many of my friends, and it so worth stopping in for their free trial. Just a note, I had to call a few times and leave a message when I first wanted to schedule the trial. They are always busy, but leave a message. They'll get back to you! read more

My family and I have been going to WCK for 3 years. My boys take karate and I've seen their self confidence grow. The dojo offers workouts in the morning and evening. I enjoy the vigorous work outs and fun environment. The Senseis are motivating and care about all of the students. It's a great place to be. read more

I come here for the kickboxing class they offer at night. Love it! For $10 a session for 1 hour of butt kicking... I think it is worth it. If you know that you will be going more often, you can do a membership of $60/mo and go anytime they offer. read more

Positive environment to learn respect, discipline, and most of all, KARATE the proper way! Very happy with the teaching. My son has Asperger's and he was able to focus well in class. He loves class time. Here, all sensei are excellent in teaching and passionate in helping kids but sensei Steve, sensei Raymon, sensei Chris and sensei Daren are more than excellent. I enrolled my son in a couple other places before this place and I'm happy I switched. read more

I'm very proud I signed up my son Isaiah for this dojo. Its been 2 1/2 years and he loves it i love the discipline, motivation and the time the senseis take to teach this kids the senseis are awesome. My son was only supposed to do it for 3 months because he also does baseball but after the experience I wouldn't change it for the world. read more

My Daughter has been going to WCK for over 6 1/2 years and we absolutely love it! Her Sensei's have exceeded our expectations!! Their ability to work with kids and to get on their level is amazing!! They take the time to teach their students the art of karate and don't try to rush them into a new belt.. My daughter has competed in numerous tournaments and has won several times thanks to the time and energy of her teachers .. I would recommend WCK to anyone who is trying to introduce their children to karate this is a warm, friendly and fun environment. read more

The WCK crew is awesome! All these guys have passion for their skill and craft. I recommend anyone to them. They go above and beyond for the kids, and teach them things they will be able to carry along with them in life such as discipline and respect which is huge in the martial arts world. Keep up the good work! read more

Amazing group of teachers & staff. Raymond & Steve are some of the nicest (and toughest) people I've ever met. They are patient, kind, tough, and confident, which is what they teach their students to be as well. Love this place, my child has been here almost 3yrs! I recommend them to everyone. :) read more

My daughter and I have trained at a few karate studios. I really like this one because the owners teach most of the classes themselves but still have a good quality group of senseis to assist whenever needed. This is not a school where you can just "buy your belt". They make you earn it. They really care about their students and want them to learn. They are good, down to earth people. Plus, they know their stuff, which is always important. read more

This is the place for kids to learn karate as well as good values and respect. The sensei owners are amazing, working the kids hard while caring about each child. In this dojo you actually have to earn your belts, but the senseis help kids advance at their level of capability. There are adult classes offered in karate as well as other activities. read more

World Champion Karate offers an outstanding Karate program for my kids. I find it an honor to write a review for such a great program. The Sensei's build strong relationships with my kids as well as my entire family. They take the time to work closely with each of my children so they achieve success. My kids love going to the training. The Sensei's teach discipline and focus as well as keep the training fun. I also like the fact that the Dojo offers programs and activities for the adults including spin, kick boxing and other training classes. I highly recommend this Karate Dojo and can't Thank the Sensei's enough for the terrific job they are doing with my kids as well as the many others in the program. Keep up the great works Sensei Raymond and Sensei Steve. read more

This place is so awesome - the Sensei's are all courteous, professional, and knowledgeable! Their karate program is a wonderful option for your children. read more

We are going into our 3rd year with WCK and couldn't be more pleased. The sensi's are committed to the kids, and passionate about what they do. They do an excellent job balancing between fun and hard work. They know exactly how to encourage a child, and also how to discipline without breaking a child's spirit. My son is passionate about Karate and as a family, we are passionate about WCK! read more

I cannot say enough nice things about this dojo. The senseis here are very patient with the students and provide a fun environment for them. I am impressed at how they remember all the kids names so every kid feels special. My 4 year old son goes here and never once have I seen or sensed any type of frustrations from the senseis even when my son's attention span wasn't the greatest. The owners, sensei Steve and sensei Raymond, are non-threatening and you can tell that the same vibe trickles down to their staff. This dojo actually makes you earn you belt and it's not just given to you. We love this place! read more

There is a karate studio within a 5-minute walk from our house which we happily bypass because the senseis at World Champion Karate ARE SO AMAZING! Our 6 year old son's teacher at school recommended karate to help him with being able to focus, and WCK came highly recommended from some friends of our family. Our son has been attending for a little over a year, and I have witnessed again and again how in tune the senseis are with the needs of each child. Sensei Steve and Sensei Raymond are truly gifted when it comes to working with children of all ages and levels. They are able to strike the perfect balance between discipline, respect, and fun. Their ability to challenge, correct and encourage their students has far-reaching effects, both inside and outside the dojo. Choosing the right place for your child to learn karate can be an overwhelming task, as there seems to be no shortage of karate studios all over Orange County. If you attend the free trial that WCK offers, you will immediately see that this is the right place! read more

I have 2 sons that have been training at World Champion Karate for almost 3 years. When we started, we weren't sure what to expect. Neither my husband nor I have any martial arts experience but we wanted them to learn self discipline, focus and a strong work ethic while improving their balance, coordination, core strength, and confidence. WCK has far exceeded our expectations. Under the leadership of Sensei Steve and Sensei Raymond, our boys have developed in all of these areas and more. Sensei Steve and Sensei Raymond have a special talent to get the most out of every student emotionally and physically. In a world where kids are used to instant gratification, WCK teaches their students that a black belt is earned through hard work and perseverance. Belts are not handed out, they are earned. I am so grateful to have found WCK and plan to have my sons train with Sensei Steve and Sensei Raymond as long as they are willing to share their passion with us. read more

We're lucky we live close to this Dojo! We've been members for almost a year now and our kids are always excited to attend their classes. All the Sensei are very professional and you can tell that they love what they do. They teach Karate the right way, encouraging the kids every time which helps them build confidence and respect. You can see kids smiling and having fun while they are learning. Thanks WKC, we really appreciate all you do for our kids!!! read more

This is a special place. Our daughter is in the Little Ninjas program. We are so impressed by the professionalism and teaching. As a parent, this is one of those gems you hope your child will grow old with. read more

I've attended some of the MMA classes that coach Alex has here and Steve and Raymond have both been very friendly to my son and I. They are extremely professional and genuinely nice. I feel lucky to be able to train here. I definitely recommend. read more