ZanchinKarate-Do

Programs · Kids, teens and adults

A class for every age

Groups split by age and belt, taught by black belts in English and Spanish. The same program that has made 75+ black belts in Hialeah.

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Ages 4 to 12 · 60 min

Kids Karate

Real Shito-Ryu: kihon, kata and kumite, with belt tests on clear dates. Kids learn to defend themselves and to control themselves.

What they learn

  • Fundamentals, kata and controlled sparring
  • Anti-bullying: avoid, de-escalate, defend
  • Respect: bow, listen, finish what they start
  • Kiai: speaking with a strong, sure voice

How class runs

  • Bow-in and warm-up
  • Technique with sensei, then partner drills
  • Kata or a reaction game to finish
Sensei Adrian Sosa in stance teaching a yellow-belt student

Ages 13 to 17 · 60 min

Teens

Serious training that burns energy and turns it into discipline. Teens train alongside adults and learn to lead the younger students.

What they learn

  • Conditioning: strength, speed, endurance
  • Practical self-defense
  • Competition-level kata and kumite

For parents

  • A healthy crowd with adults who set the example
  • A path to assistant instructor
  • Less screen time, better sleep
An adult Zanchin student in guard with Sensei Adrian Sosa behind her

18+ · any fitness level · 60 min

Adults

It's never too late to start. Many of our adults began by dropping off their kids and ended up on the mat.

What you get

  • Strength, flexibility and cardio without machines
  • Self-defense that works under pressure
  • An hour with no phone and no stress

How class runs

  • Warm-up at your own pace
  • Technique, kata and bunkai (real application)
  • Controlled sparring only when you're ready
A Zanchin student throwing a high kick into a sensei's pad

By sensei invitation

Competition Team

For students who want more. Extra WKF-style kata and kumite training and tournaments across Florida, with parents traveling with the team.

  • Competition kata
  • Point kumite
  • Mental prep
  • Florida tournaments
Zanchin black belt instructors on the dojo floor

Advanced students · Kobudo

Black Belt Club

The road to black belt, plus kobudo: the traditional weapons of Okinawa. Bo, sai and tonfa, taught with the same rigor as the karate.

  • Bo
  • Sai
  • Tonfa
  • Advanced kata
  • Dan preparation
Kyoshi Luis Sanchez working with two young students

One-on-one · Saturdays by appointment

Private Lessons

A sensei just for you. Ideal for a belt test, a tournament, catching up, or starting if training in a group feels intimidating.

A boy shouting a kiai in stance on the Zanchin mats

Parties at the dojo

Karate Birthday Parties

A party kids remember: a sensei runs karate games, everyone tries a board break, and the birthday kid gets their own ceremony on the mat.

The path

White belt to black belt

White Kihon · Dojo kun · Rei

  1. WhiteKihon · Dojo kun
  2. YellowPinan Nidan
  3. OrangePinan Shodan
  4. GreenPinan Sandan
  5. BluePinan Yondan
  6. PurplePinan Godan
  7. BrownBassai Dai
  8. BlackSeienchin

Every belt has its own test. Sensei invites you when you're ready, and you get the date by text and in your family portal.

Which one is right for us?

The questions parents ask us on their first visit.

My child is shy. Will karate work?

It's one of the most common reasons parents call us. We start with what your child can already do well, celebrate every step, and teach them to use their voice with the kiai.

What if my child has too much energy?

Karate gives that energy a place and a set of rules. Class is intense, and every drill ends in stillness and attention.

Can parents and kids train together?

Yes. Many families train at the same time or in back-to-back classes. Ask about the family membership.

How much does it cost?

It depends on the program and how many family members train. After your first class we give you the exact price, with no pressure.

75+ black belts made here

Train where black belts are made

Sensei sees your child (or you) in action and recommends the right group.

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