Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Martial Arts Studio in Plant City
Since 1997, Chris Welbon Karate (CWKC) has provided comprehensive martial arts instruction for students aged 4 to adult in Plant City, Florida. Our programs emphasize core values such as discipline, respect, focus, and self-confidence while teaching practical self-defense techniques and traditional karate skills. With experienced instructors and a structured curriculum, we cater to diverse age groups through children's karate classes, adult self-defense courses, family programs, and specialized offerings like Okinawan weapons training. Our after-school pick-up service and private school partnerships offer convenient access to martial arts education, while summer camps and karate birthday parties provide engaging extracurricular activities.The tournament team program challenges dedicated students through competitive karate training, fostering mental toughness and leadership skills. CWKC's holistic approach combines physical fitness with character development, ensuring students build skills that last a lifetime. We maintain flexible scheduling with evening classes and weekend availability to accommodate busy lifestyles. Our facility supports both group instruction and private lessons, allowing personalized attention for students at all skill levels. Committed to community engagement, we host family-friendly events and offer multi-week summer camp options with field trips and themed activities.
Services
Children Karate (Age 4-7)
Children Karate (Age 8-12)
Adult Self-Defense
Family Program
Homeschool Classes
Okinawan Weapons
After School Pick-Up
Summer Camps
Karate Birthday Parties
Tournament Team
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer expert-led martial arts instruction for ages 4 to adult with experienced instructors.
- Our programs emphasize life skills like discipline, respect, and self-confidence.
- We provide convenient after-school pick-up and private school partnerships.
- We host engaging summer camps with field trips and themed activities.
- Our tournament team develops leadership and competitive martial arts skills.
What people say
Expert-led instruction
Family-friendly environment
Effective self-defense
Structured curriculum
Engaging summer camps
Services
Children Karate (Age 4-7)
Our Little Tigers program introduces children aged 4-7 to foundational karate skills while developing motor coordination and social abilities. Through structured lessons, students learn basic strikes, blocks, and stances while building confidence and focus. The curriculum incorporates games and activities that reinforce discipline and stranger awareness in a safe, engaging environment.
Adult Self-Defense
This high-energy program teaches practical self-defense techniques for real-world scenarios while providing a full-body workout. Participants learn striking combinations, pressure point targeting, and situational awareness strategies tailored to individual fitness levels. Classes emphasize stress management and confidence-building through partner drills and scenario-based training.
Summer Camps
Our themed summer camps combine martial arts training with recreational activities for children aged 4-13. Daily sessions include karate instruction, team-building games, and field trips while maintaining a structured environment for skill development. Multi-week discounts and flexible half/full-day options accommodate varying family schedules during school breaks.
Okinawan Weapons
This advanced program teaches traditional Okinawan weapon techniques including bo staff, nunchaku, and sai. Students develop precision, timing, and coordination while learning historical applications and kata forms. Training requires prior martial arts experience and focuses on discipline, control, and technical mastery of traditional weaponry.
Tournament Team
The competition team offers intensive training for students seeking competitive martial arts experiences. Participants refine sparring techniques, kata performance, and competition strategies under experienced coaching. While tournament participation is optional, the program emphasizes goal setting, mental toughness, and physical conditioning for serious martial arts practitioners.
Questions
Do you offer free trial classes?
Yes, we provide free trial lessons for all our martial arts programs. Contact us to schedule your introductory session.
What age groups do you teach?
We offer programs for children starting at age 4, teens, and adults through specialized classes tailored to each age group.
Are summer camps available?
Yes, our themed summer camps run June-July with field trips, karate training, and recreational activities for ages 4-13.
Do you have competitive programs?
Our Tournament Team provides competitive karate training with optional participation in local and national competitions.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards and cash payments for classes, camps, and merchandise at our Plant City location.
Are private lessons available?
Yes, private instruction is available for all skill levels by appointment with our experienced instructors.
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Reviews (6)
V. Otero
Jan 14, 2022
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So happy to have my son participate in this program Mr. Welbon and his team are very professional, responsible and dedicated to their work. They treat you as a family and that means a lot
Erika
Dec 25, 2021
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I trained with Sensei Welbon for 10 years when I was younger. He has the perfect mix of knowledge, skill, humor, and empathy. He runs his dojo with high expectations not only of karate, but also character. It truly is a safe and positive place to train and grow. He helped me stay in shape, learn self defense, learn self discipline and also place 2nd at Nationals. Although I no longer do karate due to my busy lifestyle and the fact I moved away, I can still see the positive influence of his teaching and karate in my daily life. My highest recommendation for anyone looking for a dojo.
Jill Finnerty Ricardo
Nov 13, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality
The owners of this Karate Club are kind, compassionate and care about all they come in contact with. You couldn't ask for nicer people to be role models for your children.
The owners of this Karate Club are kind, compassionate and care about all they come in contact with. You couldn't ask for nicer people to be role models for your children.
Karam Shalabi
Aug 13, 2020
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism
I love Chris Welbon and his team!! Ive been here for seven years and I always recommend friends and family.
I love Chris Welbon and his team!! Ive been here for seven years and I always recommend friends and family.
Dawn Kicklighter
Jul 14, 2020
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
All 5 of my children have taken karate lessons from Chris Welbon Karate Club at some point. Not only did they learn karate skills, they learned discipline and responsibility in a loving, safe environment. It's a great place to let your kids take lessons, go to camp, or attend after school care.
All 5 of my children have taken karate lessons from Chris Welbon Karate Club at some point. Not only did they learn karate skills, they learned discipline and responsibility in a loving, safe environment. It's a great place to let your kids take lessons, go to camp, or attend after school care.
Tricia Shinneman
Jun 20, 2020
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Chris Welbon was so great with my son when he went here. Firm but a lot of fun. My son connected with him and his employees quickly and had a great time and learned a lot. Chris gave great gentle nudges to get the most out of my son to help my kid feel proud of what he could accomplish. Highly recommend! Great program and wonderful environment.
