V.I.P. BLACK BELT CHAMPIONS Training Center offers a variety of programs that will fit your family needs. Our Moms and Dads are getting in the best shape of their lives while having a great time learning valuable and practical Self-Defense. Kids ages 4 years & older are taught life skills that will give them a great start in life. For over 35 years, the V.I.P. Black Belt Champions Training center has been building and developing Black Belt Champions, while strengthening the Mind, Body and Spirit of each individual. Ultimately we're building greater unity in families, workplaces and in the communities we serve. These are vital benefits in today’s society! Click here for our Quick Start Program - $19.95 Trial Class

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A family that kicks together sticks together! There is no better family activity than training together in the martial arts. The benefits are numerous and the results are a healthy and united family. Click here to get started!

School History

VIP Blak Belt In 1974, the V.I.P. Black Belt Champions Training Center, which was then known as V.I.P. Martial Arts Academy, was officially opened in Deer Park, New York.  Even though the facility was only 900 square feet, its membership quickly grew, requiring a larger location! V.I.P. then moved to North Babylon into a 2,400 square foot facility. While in North Babylon, the academy continued to grow and the reputation of "Black Belt Excellence" did as well. In the early years of V.I.P., much emphasis was placed on Karate tournaments. We are proud to say that numerous students became regional and national champions! In 1992, V.I.P. relocated once again (to Deer Park) to a more visible and larger location (6,000sf). In 2003 while operating a very successful dojo in New York, V.I.P. Black Belt Champions expanded once again by opening a 4,000sf facility in sunny Trinity, Florida! Even though the academy has needed to relocate and expand at various times, the professionalism, caring and excellent reputation has remained constant! Students at V.I.P. train in an eclectic art, which combines karate, Muay Thai, jiu jitsu and arnis. In 2007 the New York location was sold so that the master instructor could devote his undivided attention to his one location in New Port Richey, Florida. In late 2007, V.I.P. Black Belt Champions Training Center once again saw a great opportunity and purchased it’s own building in Odessa/Trinity, Florida! The present home of V.I.P. Black Belt Champions is over 5,500sf, has two large fully air-conditioned matted and mirrored training floors, a state of the art audio/video system to enhance the performance level of all classes. Enrollments are consistent and the courteous staff of black belt instructors has never been more professional! It’s no wonder that all our students rave “V.I.P. Black Belt Champions Training Center is #1”.

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School Location

V.I.P. Black Belt Champions Training Center
2409 Merchant Avenue
Odessa, Florida 33556
Phone: (727) 375-2623

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Testimonials

We are very pleased with the VIP Black Belt Champions Training Center. Our children just turned 8 and 6 and have been attending classes 2x a week for the last 7 months. They are thriving and are doing very well. The difference in our 6 year old son is amazing. He was very shy and lacked focus when he first started and now he is regularly called upon to demonstrate to the class. All of the instructors are very good with the children. They make the classes fun, but also demand excellence and discipline both in and outside of class. We highly recommend VIP.

- The Wilhite Family



We have definitely become stronger physically, mentally and emotionally especially my two daughters Monic and Heather. VIP Training Center has a very Family Oriented and Fun filled environment which we as a Family enjoy it very much. All instructors are very friendly, funny and hard working. They all have very different yet exceptional teaching skills especially when there is wide range age group. My two daughters and Myself we look forward to our training sessions. There is not one day in our two years have we felt like skipping the class. As a Mother of two daughters I think this is the best place to bond with your girls especially when they are close to teenage. Both My daughters have come out of there protective shell and grown as an individual.

Values that you receive here are in no comparison to any other place.

We have been to other Martial Arts places before but I tell you this is one of a kind. Here we have received personal attention and feel welcomed everyday. We all have made many friends here in our two years. All three of us we are working hard with the help of our "EXCEPTIONAL INSTRUCTORS" to achieve our Black Belt and beyond! We are proud to be called KOHAI'S of VIP BLACK BELT TRAINING CENTER.

- The Amin Family



As a parent sitting here watching all of you – some thoughts come to my mind that I love about VIP.  I love the welcome our family receives each session, the smiles, and the encouragement. The kids love the playfulness! I also love how you all “gel together” – You keep the mat a very professional yet open communication area. Our children have completely thrived here. We thank you in so many ways . . . Keep up the great work!!

- Proud VIP Karate Parent



Shidoshi & Team,

You and the entire VIP staff are a tremendous blessing to our family. The fact that the training of our children’s hearts is emphasized as much as training bodies is huge to us as parents. And we love the always positive, always smiling attitudes of everyone! We are truly excited and honored to be part of the VIP family.

- Love, George, Jen, Zac, & Ben McCoy



Since Frankie and Robbie started V.I.P. they have a new respect for everyone around them. Both of them were always at each other, and since they started at V.I.P. they have learned to work as a team instead of against each other.

- Frank and Nicole Mirabile



I have my three girls enrolled at VIP Karate. All of them have improved greatly in their self-confidence, respect for themselves and their bodies, and a great respect for everyone at the dojo. My girls are all Honor Roll students and excel in everything they do. The instructors provide great inspiration and teach them that they can reach any goal with determination and a strong healthy attitude. One of the dojo’s mottos is “Attitude is Everything”. Karate has been a great part of our lives. I can’t emphasize how much their focus and physical condition has improved since they started Karate. I would highly recommend VIP Karate as the best place to learn Karate.

- Doug O’Brien



We have been a part of VIP Karate family for almost 2 years. There are many reasons we continue to spend our time here...

It is not just because of the great staff that always have a smile on their faces -
it is not because of the neat way they make you feel like family -
it is not because the respect we get and give each other -
it is not about the amazing confidence and enthusiasm that radiates in the Dojo -
it is not about the GREAT Birthday parties -
it is not about the Monthly Parent's Night Out events -
it is not about the flexible Summer Camp Activities -

It is the positive difference we see daily in our children -
in their high grades
in their relationship between their friends
in their respect for adults and authority
in their excitement and energy each day for wanting to learn new moves,
that will not only teach them self defense but it will teach them to be mentally prepared as they learn about loyalty,integrity,caring, respect, modesty.

- The Huth Family Michael, Amy, Kayla (10) and Tyler (6)



VIP Karate is helping to teach our 5-year-old son discipline, self-confidence and respect. The instructors use positive reinforcement and encouragement to bring out the best in the kids and have fun. After attending a family event, I started on my path to a black belt. The adult programs are also excellent, emphasizing physical conditioning and self-discipline. Our family is having a great experience at VIP Karate.

- The Bromberg Family



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