About the Program

Kinney Karate Dungeons & Dragons is a unique program that brings together the discipline and values of traditional martial arts with the creativity, teamwork, and imagination of tabletop role-playing games.

In a typical Kinney Karate D&D session, students experience the camaraderie and collaborative problem-solving of Dungeons & Dragons — guided by the same values we teach in the dojo: respect, focus, teamwork, and perseverance. Characters face challenges that require strategy, empathy, and courage, not just combat.

The program is hosted at Balance Martial Arts & Gaming in Pinellas Park — a space built for exactly this kind of community.

Who Is This For?

Kinney Karate D&D is open to students of all experience levels — both in martial arts and in tabletop gaming. No prior D&D experience is necessary. We welcome complete beginners and seasoned players alike.

It's a great fit for students who:

  • Love storytelling, strategy, and creative problem-solving
  • Want to build friendships in a structured, supportive environment
  • Are looking for something that challenges the mind as well as the body
  • Are curious about tabletop gaming but don't know where to start

The Values Connection

Martial arts and D&D have more in common than you might think. Both require:

  • Discipline — following rules, respecting the group, staying focused
  • Teamwork — no one succeeds alone in either the dojo or the dungeon
  • Resilience — characters fail, plans fall apart, and you adapt
  • Creativity — every situation offers multiple solutions; the best aren't always the obvious ones

Interested in joining? Contact us to learn about current session schedules.