USK Karate Academy - Coral Springs North

I am grateful to have found such an incredible place to care for my child. After a very difficult experience at a previous aftercare program, we were struggling with a child who was often disobedient, constantly irritated, and unable to stay focused. In just two weeks, the changes were remarkable. My son began following rules, became calmer, more focused, and emotionally balanced. The improvement in his behavior and overall well-being has been truly noticeable. Master Ellie was extremely welcoming and supportive from the very beginning, creating a safe and encouraging environment for both children and families. It is clear that the care, positive discipline, and commitment of the entire team go far beyond a typical aftercare program or karate school. The children here are genuinely guided, supported, and respected. I am deeply grateful for the kindness, professionalism, and positive impact this place has had on my son’s life. I highly recommend it to any family seeking a safe, structured, and truly transformative environment for their children.

This place is wonderful; we have been regulars for two years now. We started with aftercare enrollment after finding another facility wasn’t prepared to handle our son’s excessive energy after being pent up at school all day. This aftercare provides time for homework, but also offers them valuable mat time to get their energy out and learn valuable life lessons (centered around six core values). We transitioned to summer camp in our first year. Camp usually offers discounts for extended care if you commit to aftercare for the upcoming school year. They have weekly field trips to some very fun spots, including daily trips to a local park to expend their energy. Basic karate (Tang Soo Do) is incorporated into both aftercare and camp, and my son loved the introduction. After a year of hearing our son begging to join Tang Soo Do classes, we finally consented. NO REGRETS! He has been in classes for just slightly under a year and has shown such growth in confidence, respect, strength and self control. The prices are slightly steeper than some other camps or afterschool programs, but you truly get what you pay for here at USK. The staff is caring - it’s truly a homegrown family, with much of the staff being former USK members themselves. If you’re thinking about USK, don’t overthink it; I guarantee you and your child will love this place. Oh, and in case you want a night away from the kids, USK also hosts PNOs (parents night out) for a very reasonable price (kids enjoy a movie, pizza and fun games while you have some "you" time).

Hands down the best karate experience ever! All of the teachers there are absolutely the best. My daughters (8,5) struggled with confidence before starting classes here and now they are these amazing out spoken girls and are not afraid of anything! They have 6 core life skills that they teach the kids as well as teaching them Korean phrases for Karate and even counting to 10! There is no better place for your kids than right here at USK Karate!

I trained at USK for roughly 8 years from age 11 to 18, then worked on summer camp staff for a few summers following that. Now age 24, I can confidently say I owe a lot of who I am from my time at USK. The skills I walked away with extend much beyond physical ability, and presents through my confidence and ability to work with others. Since USK, I’ve tutored children, instructed adults in another martial arts style that I now train in, and even teach large lectures at my university. My ability to perform well in such scenarios are owed to the wonderful instructors, and I highly recommend enrolling here if possible.

I am so glad that we found USK Karate and their other programs such as their Best Transported After School Program and their Summer Camp. My friends son is in this academy and they told me about it for years, I wanted to get my son into their Karate program so badly but I couldn't work it out with my work schedule. I had seen SUCH a transformation in their son and his behavior, his moods and his overall spirit. I was sad that I was not able to work it out for my child, who has a heavy case of ADHD and NEEDED this type of environment. However, once my son started Kindergarten and was able to participate in the Best Transported After Care Program, the Karate classes became accessible to us. When they pick him up from school, he goes to the facility for after care... but when it's time for class, they send him to get into uniform and walk him to the mat where classes are held. Of course I WANT to be there for all of his classes, but it's just not possible for a full time working Mom. This allowed my son to participate even when I can't be there, but I go as much as I can of course. We became a part of such a BIGGER thing here with USK. Apart from health, discipline, respect, courage, confidence and communication - we have gained so much. They host Lunch 'N Chats where you get to meet up and discuss healthy habits, growth, parenting skills, etc. They have holiday events, graduations, competitions, etc. It's like a family. What they are doing here is GREAT. We are so happy we found USK. My son has grown so much, a complete transformation. I have also grown since we became a part of the USK family. The support from the staff is so valuable and these people know what they are doing. They have had my back in times that I didn't know how to handle school issues or behavior issues, etc. They go above any beyond for these kiddos and families. I am also so happy that they have ALL of the programs in one place. After care, Karate, Spring Break Camp, Summer Camp, Winter Break Camp, and One Day Camps for when the school is closed. My son is the type that builds relationships deeply and doesn't do well with change. We trust in this team of excellent leaders and loving individuals to be here for EVERY moment that we need child care. In fact, they even have PARENT'S NIGHT OUT once every month for a majority of the year. You can't beat it. (A little secret, sounds so good that you'd think it's too expensive? It's not. I price shopped before I learned they had after care and let me tell you, excellent value for your buck and very competative rates!) Don't walk - run to USK to begin your next lifelong adventure with the USK family <3

My children have been attending the aftercare program at USK karate for about a month. After hearing that their school aftercare program was full, we found that USK picked from their school. It was honestly the best decision we could have made. USK runs an incredibly structured, organized, and professional after care program. The facility is very clean and the staff truly cares about children. They have made an extra effort to get to know both my children and help them transition to their program. I love that my kids are getting an opportunity to exercise, finish their homework, and play games. 10/10!!

We had the most incredible first class at USK east. Master Elie and team were so warm and welcoming. My boys felt comfortable and they had a lot of fun. The dojo was very clean and the environment was professional.