"My son has grown so much since starting Karate America. He's more focused at school, more respectful at home, and he genuinely loves going to class."
Sarah M.
Jacksonville Parent
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
Stand Up.Stand Out.Stand Proud.
Martial arts that builds kids and adults who stand up to challenges, stand out from the crowd, and stand proud of who they're becoming. Ponte Vedra Beach, ages 3 to adult.
- Stand Proud.
- Kids Martial Arts · Ponte Vedra
- Karate · Self-Defense · Leadership
- Proven Since 1971
The Transformation
SameStudent.DifferentPerson.
What changes isn't skill. It's identity. Built through a system refined over decades.
Before
Shy. Unfocused. Lacking confidence.
After
Confident. Disciplined. Resilient.
This isn't about karate. It's about transformation.
Today
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Our Classes
Find your fit. Start where you are.
Ages 3–6
Tigers
Focus, confidence, and listening skills through play-based martial arts.
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Ages 7–12
Juniors
Discipline, respect, and real self-defense skill-building for school-age kids.
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Ages 13+
Adult Martial Arts
Strength, fitness, and real-world self-defense for teens and adults.
Learn moreWhy Ponte Vedra Families Choose Us
More than kicks.
Life skills.
Parents don't bring their kids to our Ponte Vedra dojo just for karate. They come because they want a child who listens the first time, stands up to bullies, and believes in themselves. That's what we deliver — every class, every belt.
Laser Focus
Sharper concentration in school
Real Confidence
Quiet strength, not bravado
Respect & Discipline
Better behavior at home
Strong & Healthy
Active, fit, and energized
Our Dojo
Right here in Ponte Vedra Beach.
Karate America – Ponte Vedra
288A Solana Rd
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
288A Solana Rd
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
Class Hours
- Mon – Fri12:00 PM – 8:30 PM
- Saturday9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- SundayClosed
Built on Strength
Proven since 1971.
Karate America has been shaping martial artists for over half a century. Our Ponte Vedra dojo brings that same proven curriculum and instructor training to families in 32082.
55+
Years on the mat
1000s
Students trained
5.0★
Local family rating
What Sets Us Apart
Not Your Typical
Karate School.
Every Class Ends With A Win
Kids leave each class feeling proud and accomplished — momentum that compounds week after week.
Recognition Earned, Not Handed Out
Belts and stripes mean something here. Every promotion is earned through real effort and skill.
Coaching, Not Yelling
We mentor — never drill-sergeant. Every student is encouraged, never intimidated.
Structure That Sticks
Students learn to listen, focus, and follow through. Parents see it at homework time.
Love
Ponte Vedra Families
Whyfamilieslove us.
"The instructors actually care. My daughter was shy when she started — now she leads warm-ups for the whole class."
David R.
Mandarin Parent
"I came in for fitness and stayed for the self-defense. Krav Maga at Karate America is the most useful training I've ever done."
Marcus T.
Warrior Krav Maga Student
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Claim your $25 for 25 days at Karate America Ponte Vedra — uniform included, 100% money-back guarantee.