Kinney Karate 
St. Petersburg, FL — Founded 1969
Traditional martial arts for all ages — Tang Soo Do, Aikido, Ju Jitsu, and Modern Arnis. Build discipline, self-defense skills, and lasting confidence.
Why Kinney Karate?
Real-world skills, fitness, focus, and a supportive community that keeps students coming back.
Over 55 years of excellence in Tang Soo Do, Aikido, Ju Jitsu, and Modern Arnis.
From young children to adults — beginners to advanced. Everyone belongs on this mat.
Discipline.
- Structured, respectful learning environment
- Focus and attention skills that transfer to school & work
- Consistent belt-rank progression with clear goals
- Habits of punctuality, effort, and follow-through
- Respect for instructors, peers, and self
Self-Defense. Confidence.
- Practical techniques from multiple martial arts systems
- Situational awareness and de-escalation skills
- Physical fitness, balance, and coordination
- Public speaking and demonstration confidence
- Earned self-assurance from real achievement
One of the great things about Kinney Karate is its flexibility in tailoring itself to the individual student. Whether your child needs an outlet for energy, a challenge to push past, or a community to belong to — our instructors meet every student where they are and help them grow into the best version of themselves.
How do I get started?
YOUR FIRST CLASS IS FREE
To enroll, just show up at a location you'd like to attend. You don't need to start at the beginning of the month. No uniform needed to begin — wear loose-fitting pants and a t-shirt.
We're looking forward to meeting you!
Locations
JW Cate Recreation Center
Tuesday & Thursday
St. Petersburg, FL
Willis S Johns Recreation Center
Tuesday & Thursday
St. Petersburg, FL
Gladden Park Recreation Center
Monday & Wednesday
St. Petersburg, FL
Lake Vista Recreation Center
Monday & Thursday
St. Petersburg, FL
Balance Dojo
Advanced classes — see schedule
Pinellas Park, FL
Student Store
Official Kinney Karate uniforms, sparring gear, t-shirts, and more. Only KK-branded gear is permitted in class.
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