Business Details
49 Years
experience
Your Trusted Martial Arts Academy in Tampa, FL
Ingram's Karate has been a cornerstone of traditional martial arts instruction since 1977, founded by John and Cindy Ingram. Our programs emphasize discipline, confidence, and self-defense for children, teens, and adults. With locations in Tampa and New Port Richey, Florida, we offer afterschool programs, competition teams, and Kobudo training under the guidance of experienced instructors. Our curriculum blends physical fitness with character development, fostering respect and leadership in a supportive environment.We pride ourselves on personalized attention, ensuring every student progresses at their own pace while achieving tangible goals. Recognized nationally for competitive excellence, our team has represented the United States in international competitions. As a family-run business spanning four generations, we remain committed to empowering individuals through the transformative practice of Isshinryu Karate.
Services
Kid's Karate
Adults & Teens Karate
Competition Team
Kobudo Training
Summer Camp
Afterschool Program
Self-Defense Classes
Fitness Training
Character Development
Homework Assistance
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of experience in traditional Isshinryu Karate instruction.
- Our instructors include nationally ranked competitors and certified AAU referees.
- We provide personalized attention with a proven curriculum for all skill levels.
- Our afterschool program combines homework help with character development.
- We have trained international competition champions since 1977.
Associations and certifications
- Amateur Athletic Union (AAU)
- World Union of Karate-Do Federations (WUKF)
What people say
Amazing teachers
Great school
Treated like human beings
Lifelong benefits
Professional students
Services
Kid's Karate
Our children's karate program builds confidence, discipline, and self-defense skills through structured Isshinryu Karate training. Students develop physical coordination, focus, and respect while learning age-appropriate techniques. The curriculum emphasizes character development alongside physical fitness in a supportive environment.
Adults & Teens Karate
Teens and adult karate classes combine practical self-defense techniques with cardiovascular conditioning. Participants improve core strength, flexibility, and mental focus while learning effective martial arts applications. Our program accommodates all experience levels in a social, goal-oriented setting.
Competition Team
Our competition team prepares students for AAU and international martial arts tournaments. Training includes sparring, forms, and weapons demonstrations with expert coaching. Team members have represented the USA in competitions across six continents since our founding in 1977.
Kobudo Training
Traditional Kobudo instruction teaches Okinawan weapon systems including bo, sai, and nunchaku. This program develops hand-eye coordination, balance, and cultural appreciation while preserving historical martial arts practices within the Isshinryu system.
Afterschool Program
Our afterschool program combines academic support with martial arts training. Students receive homework assistance, snacks, and structured karate classes focusing on character development, physical fitness, and goal setting in a supervised environment.
People
Sheri Ingram-Angwin
Chief Instructor
7th-degree black belt with 40+ years of experience, three-time national champion, and AAU head referee in Florida. She has trained international competitors since 1981.
Jennifer Davenport
Director & Chief Instructor
7th-degree black belt with extensive competitive experience, leading the New Port Richey location's martial arts instruction and student development programs.
Angee Hasstings
Kobudo Program Director
4th-degree black belt specializing in traditional Okinawan weapon systems, overseeing Kobudo curriculum development and instructor training.
Trey Angwin
Head Instructor
3rd-degree black belt managing daily operations at the Carrollwood dojo, with expertise in competition preparation and youth instruction.
Liddy Diaz
Instructor
Sho Dan black belt assisting in classes, focusing on beginner instruction and student mentorship in the Carrollwood location.
Questions
What age groups do your karate classes accommodate?
We teach children as young as 3 years old through adults of all ages.
Are your martial arts classes safe for beginners?
Yes, our structured program emphasizes control and safety with individualized attention.
Do you offer afterschool transportation services?
We provide pickup from multiple local schools for our afterschool program participants.
Can girls participate in karate classes?
Absolutely! Our female students excel equally in skill, strength, and leadership development.
Do you prepare students for competitive tournaments?
Yes, our competition team has earned national recognition and international representation.
