Business Details
48 Years
experience
Martial Arts & Tai Chi Classes in Dade City, FL
Founded in 1978, Spivey Karate has been a cornerstone of martial arts education in Dade City, Florida. Our founder, Soke Grand Master William F. Spivey Sr., brings over five decades of martial arts expertise, having earned recognition as a 10th Degree Black Belt and recipient of the Platinum Lifetime Achievement Award. We specialize in Open-Style Karate, Traditional Chito-Ryu Karate, Kobudo weapons training, and Tai Chi, emphasizing character development alongside physical mastery. Our curriculum caters to all ages, from Lil' Dragons (ages 4-5) to adult classes, fostering discipline, respect, and self-confidence.With seven national championship-winning Black Belt students in 2019, we combine competitive excellence with a family-oriented environment. Our Black Belt Club of America program promotes leadership through community service and academic achievement. Certified in both martial arts instruction and character development, we maintain rigorous standards while adapting techniques for individual student needs. Over 45 years of operation demonstrate our commitment to transforming lives through martial arts, blending traditional values with modern self-defense applications.
Services
Open-Style Karate
Traditional Martial Arts
Tai Chi
Private Lessons
Self-Defense Courses
Black Belt Club
Kobudo Weapons
Masters Class
Lil' Dragons
Karate Kids
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of martial arts instruction experience since 1978
- Our founder holds a 10th Degree Black Belt and multiple instructor awards
- We combine traditional techniques with modern self-defense applications
- Our Black Belt Club promotes character development through community service
- Seven of our students won national championships in 2019
Associations and certifications
- Platinum Lifetime Achievement Award
- Society of Black Belts of America
- World Martial Arts League
Services
Open-Style Karate
Our Open-Style Karate program blends traditional techniques with contemporary methods for ages 8+. Students learn boxing punches, kickboxing blocks, and traditional karate forms. The curriculum emphasizes discipline, respect, and self-defense skills while allowing instructors to adapt techniques for individual progress. Black Belt certification typically takes 3-5 years.
Traditional Martial Arts
Traditional Chito-Ryu Karate focuses on authentic Japanese forms and techniques. Students practice precise kata execution, power development, and proper stances. This program preserves historical training methods while maintaining practical self-defense applications. Black Belt certification usually requires 2-3 years of dedicated training.
Tai Chi
Our Tai Chi classes teach the ancient Chinese art of health and exercise. Students learn forms using broad swords, double swords, and fans. The program improves balance, strength, and flexibility while reducing stress. Proven benefits include arthritis and lupus symptom relief through gentle, flowing movements.
Self-Defense Courses
Specialized self-defense courses teach practical techniques for all ages. Programs include child abduction prevention, teen/adult assault defense, and weapon defense strategies. The curriculum combines escape techniques, striking skills, and situational awareness. Classes emphasize real-world applications and survival instincts.
Black Belt Club
The Black Belt Club offers advanced training in character development and martial arts mastery. Participants complete monthly assignments on topics like family service, academic achievement, and martial arts improvement. The program mirrors the Eagle Scout model, fostering leadership and community responsibility through structured challenges.
People
William F. Spivey Sr.
Soke Grand Master
Certified 10th Degree Black Belt with 55+ years of martial arts experience. Founder of Spivey Karate in 1978. Recipient of multiple national awards including the Platinum Lifetime Achievement Award. Inducted into the Society of Black Belts of America.
Linda Spivey
Tai Chi Instructor
Certified Tai Chi instructor with 22 years of teaching experience. Recipient of the World Martial Arts League's Tai Chi Instructor of the Year award in 2007. Specializes in health-focused Tai Chi forms for arthritis and lupus patients. Teaches classes emphasizing balance and stress relief.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We offer Open-Style Karate, Traditional Chito-Ryu Karate, Kobudo weapons training, and Tai Chi. Our curriculum combines traditional techniques with modern adaptations for practical self-defense applications.
What age groups do your classes accommodate?
We teach students aged 4+ through senior adults. Specialized programs include Lil' Dragons (4-5), Karate Kids (6-7), Teen/Adult classes, and Masters Class for advanced Black Belts.
How long does it take to earn a Black Belt?
Open-Style Karate Black Belts typically take 3-5 years. Traditional Chito-Ryu Karate requires 2-3 years. Masters Class advanced Black Belt levels (5th-10th Degree) require additional specialized training.
Do you offer self-defense courses?
Yes, we provide three self-defense course levels: Small Child & Parent ($39), Large Child ($59), and Teen/Adult ($79). Courses cover abduction prevention, weapon defense, and survival techniques.
What makes your school unique?
Our Black Belt Club of America program combines martial arts training with character development through community service. We emphasize family values and have produced multiple national championship-winning students since 1978.
Reviews (2)
Stacy Smith
Nov 01, 2020
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The best around! The level of knowledge and training the kids receive far exceeds the price. You will not find better prices either. I highly recommend Spivey Karate!
Sabrena B.
Dec 22, 2016
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My review is both as an adult student and as a mother. I have taken martial arts classes from a Filipino mixed martial art instructor from his basement of his house, and many of his students were NY City guardian angels. So I know about tough. Mr. Spivey's style reminds me of my previous instructor, except I am learning more with Mr. Spivey. He challenges you to always be your best and do your best.
He fosters respect for your country and respect for your fellow mankind. He teaches both martials arts and the martial art way (proper martial art attitude). As an adult, I am learning through repetition
He fosters respect for your country and respect for your fellow mankind. He teaches both martials arts and the martial art way (proper martial art attitude). As an adult, I am learning through repetition
