One of the great things about Kinney Karate is its flexibility in tailoring itself to the individual student. Our training philosophy is that each student is on their own journey. Your path in the martial arts may look very different from another student's, even in the same class. The connection between student and teacher allows for a clear and honest communication of goals and expectations so that progress is continuously made.
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Our classes include martial arts training in Karate, Jujitsu, Aikido, Modern Arnis, and practical self-defense for children, teens, and adults. Founded in 1969, Kinney Karate has developed over the years into the world's most well-rounded martial arts system, and is respected worldwide for its exceptional instructors.
To enroll, just show up at the location that you would like to attend-no need to wait for the beginning of the month. You don't need a uniform to begin classes. Wear loose fitting pants and a t-shirt. Your first class is free! Tuition is paid monthly through the recreation center and can be cancelled at any time.
You've started on a path that brings many benefits, including discipline, character, self-defense skills, and fellowship. Your first class is free. Tuition for recreation center classes is paid monthly to the City of St. Petersburg (talk to an employee at the front desk of your rec center). Tuition for dojo classes is paid through Balance Martial Arts.
Susan has been training with Kinney Karate since 1988 and is the Head Instructor for the school. She is an 8th degree black belt and master instructor. In 2014, after the death of our founder Soke Kinney, Susan Serota was promoted to 8th Degree Grand Master and given the title "Soke Dai" or inheritor of family.
The Soke Kinney Memorial Fund was created to honor the legacy left by our founder, Soke Michael Kinney. It was always his belief that the martial arts should be available to as many people as possible-that barriers to training should always be overcome. Far too often, students have to drop out of classes not because they're not dedicated, but because they simply can't afford it.
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Sonja L.
Jan 30, 2019
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My children and I have been training with Kinney Karate for over 8 years. The family atmosphere and quality instruction are superior. The experience, knowledge and friendliness of the instructors create and inviting atmosphere and quality instruction for all ages. The instructor to student ratio is more than I could have imagined, often you will be able to receive individual instruction or small group instruction allowing instructors to focus on your individual needs. All of the Instructors and Leaders at Kinney Karate create at family atmosphere that truly care about their students both in
Karen Callahan
Jul 28, 2013
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My children have been going to Kinney Karate at the Shore Acres Center for 2 years. They thoroughly enjoy the classes and are truly growing physically, intellectually and emotionally through consistent physical and mental training. The instructor who currently teaches here is phenomenal. He is skilled and patient with the children and I highly recommend having your child try out a class.
