If your kid is struggling and nobody can tell you why… I can usually tell you in ONE class. 👇
Not because I'm a mind reader.
Because after 25 years of teaching kids, the signs show up fast on the mat:
🥋 The kid who quits the second something gets hard? That's not laziness — that's a confidence gap.
🥋 The kid who can't look you in the eye? That's not shyness — that's a kid who's never been taught HOW.
🥋 The kid who melts down over losing? That's not "bad behavior" — that's emotional regulation nobody's coached yet.
School sees the grades. You see the meltdowns. But the why underneath it? That shows up in the first 45 minutes of a karate class.
And here's the good news: every one of those things is trainable. Focus. Confidence. Self-control. Respect. We build them one class at a time.
If something feels "off" with your kid and you can't put your finger on it — bring them in. Let's find the why together.
Champion Karate
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Creating champions for life since 2003. We'd love nothing more than for you to become a part of it. But it doesn't stop there.
Champion Karate in Lake Mary, FL helps Kids and Families build confidence, focus, discipline, and leadership through our martial arts programs and life skills training. Through classes geared for men and women of all ages, shapes and sizes, our school itself has become a community of learning and growth. That way you too can enrich your life, learn self-defense, and get in great shape too. Togethe
07/02/2026
Thank you, Mike Friedman, for welcoming us into the Champion Karate dojo and giving our Virtually Seminole viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the incredible work you and your team are doing.
It was inspiring to learn how Champion Karate goes far beyond martial arts by developing confidence, discipline, leadership, and character through the 7 Virtues of Bushidō:
⚖️ Rectitude
🛡️ Courage
❤️ Compassion
🤝 Respect
💬 Honesty & Sincerity
⭐ Honor
🐉 Loyalty
Your commitment to helping children, teens, and adults become stronger leaders and better people is making a lasting impact throughout Seminole County.
Thank you for sharing your story, your mission, and the difference Champion Karate continues to make in our community. We appreciate all you do and are grateful to spotlight your impact! 🥋👏
There’s a moment when a child’s confidence finally clicks… and you can see it.
Their posture changes.
Their confidence changes.
Their identity changes.
That’s what we do at Champion Karate.
We don’t just teach kicks and punches.
We help kids discover what they’re capable of.
📍Lake Mary Area Parents — message us to try 4 weeks for $49 with starter uniform.
06/30/2026
⏰ Tomorrow's the day!
Don't miss this month's Virtually Seminole networking event, where you'll connect with local business professionals from the comfort of your home or office.
As an added bonus, everyone who attends will have a chance to win TWO FREE WEEKS of karate lessons from Champion Karate! 🥋🎁
📅 Tomorrow | Wednesday, July 1, 2026
🕤 9:30 AM
💻 Register here: https://business.seminolebusiness.org/events/details/virtually-seminole-council-networking-41911
Grab your coffee, log in, grow your network, and you just might leave with a prize!
We'll see you tomorrow! 💚
06/22/2026
🇺🇸 Red, White, Blue… and YOU! 🫶
Join us for our July Virtually Seminole Networking event as we kick off Independence Day weekend with great conversations, new connections, and opportunities to grow your business.
We invite everyone to wear their favorite red, white, and blue attire and help us celebrate the spirit of community, collaboration, and entrepreneurship that makes Seminole County so special.
Whether you’re a longtime member or joining us for the first time, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with local business owners, professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders from across the region.
💻 One hour.
🤝 Countless opportunities.
🇺🇸 A community that believes in supporting one another.
📅 Wednesday, July 1, 2026
⏰ 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
🚨 Registration closes the morning of the event. Reserve your spot today!
👉 Register now:
https://business.seminolebusiness.org/events/details/virtually-seminole-council-networking-39677
Drop a 🇺🇸 in the comments if you’ll be joining us, and don’t forget to wear your red, white, and blue!
06/15/2026
Registration is now open for the next Virtually Seminole Council Networking, and trust us, you’ll want to save your seat early.
We’re excited to feature Champion Karate of Lake Mary as our July Business Spotlight! 🥋✨
For years, Champion Karate has been helping children, teens, and adults develop confidence, discipline, leadership skills, and a champion mindset both on and off the mat.
Their impact reaches far beyond martial arts, helping shape future leaders right here in our community.
Join us to hear their story, learn about their mission, and discover why so many local families trust Champion Karate to help their students build skills that last a lifetime.
📅 Wednesday, July 1, 2026�⏰ 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM�💻 Virtually on Zoom
Whether you’re a longtime Chamber member or joining us for the first time, this is a great opportunity to make new connections, strengthen existing relationships, and support a fantastic local business.
🎟 Register now and reserve your spot before registration closes. Don’t wait until the last minute!
🔗 https://business.seminolebusiness.org/events/details/virtually-seminole-council-networking-41911
Who are you bringing with you? Tag a fellow business professional who should join us! 👇
06/13/2026
Thank you Joshua Memminger for stopping by to share Leadership Lessons with our Leadership Pathway Team.
Everyone loved it, and we appreciate your time sir!
What if your child’s confidence isn’t missing… it just hasn’t been trained yet? 🥋
At Champion Karate, we help kids build focus, discipline, respect, and belief in themselves — one class, one challenge, and one win at a time.
Stronger on the mat.
Stronger at school.
Stronger in life.
Message us to get started.
Parents want more than just an activity. They want their child to build confidence, focus, discipline, and leadership skills that carry into everyday life. 🥋✨
At Champion Karate, we’ve been serving Lake Mary families since 2003, helping students grow through our four pathways of development:
🧠 Cognitively
💙 Emotionally
🤝 Socially
💪 Physically
We also use age-specific curriculums so every student is challenged at the right level, whether they are ages 3–4, 5–6, or 7 and up.
Come see the culture, community, and leadership development that has made Champion Karate a trusted choice for local families for over 20 years. ⭐
📩 Message us today to schedule your first visit.
We’ll see you on the mat! 🥋
🔥 The goal isn’t just to help kids behave better…
The real goal is to help them understand themselves better, communicate better, and grow into who they are capable of becoming.
On this episode of Raising Excellence, I sit down with Bryan Nipe from the City of Lake Mary, as we dive into an important conversation for parents who want to raise confident, resilient kids in today’s world.
Because our children don’t just need more correction.
They need guidance.
They need connection.
They need strong voices around them helping them become the best version of themselves.
🎙️ Watch the full episode here:
https://youtu.be/XcD3kZ2i0BI?si=_6ENR-F3B-9G7H_r�
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905 Williston Park Point, #2
Lake Mary, FL
32746
Opening Hours
| Monday | 3:30pm - 8:30pm |
| Tuesday | 3:30pm - 8:30pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30am - 8:30pm |
| Thursday | 9:30am - 8:30pm |
| Friday | 5:30am - 7pm |
| Saturday | 10:30am - 1:30pm |