126 S Main Street, North Webster, IN 46555
Our home dojo since 1986. Little Lions, kids, teens, adults, Aiki Jutsu, homeschool classes and private lessons. Sparring every other Thursday & Friday.
Contact Mr. Hanford · 574-527-5765 (call/text) · Steve@LionsKarate.com
Monday
- 1:00–2:00Home School
- 3:30–4:30Kids Novice
- 4:45–5:45Kids Novice
- 6:00–7:00Teen Advanced
- 7:15–8:15Aiki Jutsu
- 8:30–9:30Adult Taekwondo
Tuesday
- MorningsPrivate lessons / classes available
- 1:00–3:00Private Lessons
- 3:30–4:30Kids Novice
- 4:45–5:45Kids Advanced
- 6:00–7:00Teen Intermediate
- 7:15–8:15Teen Novice
- 8:30–9:30Middle & High School Fights
Wednesday
- By scheduleBelt Tests
- By scheduleSeminars
Thursday
- 11:45–12:45Adult Taekwondo
- 1:00–2:00Home School
- 3:30–4:30Kids Novice
- 4:45–5:45Kids Novice
- 6:00–7:00Teen Advanced
- 7:15–8:15Teen Aiki Jutsu
- 8:30–9:30Adult Taekwondo
Friday
- MorningsPrivate lessons / classes available
- 3:30–4:30Kids Novice
- 4:45–5:45Kids Advanced
- 6:00–7:00Teen Intermediate
- 7:15–8:15Teen Novice
- 8:30–9:30Adult Taekwondo
Columbia City YMCA (upstairs), 950 E Van Buren St
Tuesday & Thursday evenings upstairs at the YMCA. Little Lions, kids beginners, and an advanced class. Intro special: 3 months and a uniform for $129.
Contact Mrs. Bond · 260-908-0479 (call/text) · LionsKarateCC@gmail.com
Monday
- No classes
Tuesday
- 3:30–4:00Little Lions
- 4:15–5:15Kids Beginner
- 5:30–6:30Kids Beginner
- 6:45–7:45Advanced
Wednesday
- No classes
Thursday
- 3:30–4:00Little Lions
- 4:15–5:15Kids Beginner
- 5:30–6:30Kids Beginner
- 6:45–7:45Advanced
Friday
- No classes
Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 2417 Getz Rd, Fort Wayne
Wednesday daytime classes for homeschool families and flexible schedules — kids beginners (ages 5–12) and advanced. Intro special: 3 months including a uniform for $99.
Contact Mr. Hanford · 574-527-5765 (call/text) · Steve@LionsKarate.com
Monday
- No classes
Tuesday
- No classes
Wednesday
- 9:30–10:45amKids Beginner (ages 5–12)
- 11:00–12:15Advanced
- 1:00–2:15Kids Beginner (ages 5–12)
- 2:30–3:45Advanced
Thursday
- No classes
Friday
- No classes
Schedules change seasonally — the calendar and Facebook page always have the latest. Weather closings: North Webster closes when Wawasee schools close for weather.
Simple, family-friendly pricing
Exact tuition is confirmed when you register. Ask about family discounts.
- Try any class at any location
- Wear comfortable clothes
- No commitment
- New-student intro program (2–3 months by location)
- FREE uniform included
- Prices: North Webster & Fort Wayne $99 · Columbia City $129
- Pay online with card, Apple Pay or Google Pay
- Automatic email receipts
- Free sparring gear, black uniform & weapon at yellow belt
Intro & special programs
New-student intros
Every studio's evergreen intro: 2–3 months of classes plus a FREE uniform. North Webster & Fort Wayne $99; Columbia City $129.
See your location's offer →Karate Camp
July 18–23, 2027. A dozen guest instructors covering styles from across the martial arts world.
Camp page →Women's self-defense
Periodic courses built on Aiki Jutsu principles — practical, no experience required.
Ask about the next session →What to expect at your first class
Everything parents ask before they sign up — answered straight, with no fine print.
What ages can start?
Our youngest students join Little Lions at ages 3–5, with a parent-friendly class built around listening, following directions and having fun. From there we have classes for kids 5–12, teens, adults and homeschool groups — so everyone in the family can train.
Is there a long-term contract?
Your first class is free with no obligation to join, and you are never locked into a long-term contract.
What should my child wear?
Comfortable clothes you can move in — shorts or sweatpants and a t-shirt are perfect for the first class. No uniform needed the first time (we give every new student a FREE uniform). Bare feet on the mat; please leave shoes at the edge.
Can parents watch?
Absolutely — you're welcome to watch any class from the side. Many parents stay and get to know the other families. You're never asked to leave your child and come back later.
Is it safe?
Yes. Students train at their own pace and are never pushed beyond their ability. Sparring (when students are ready) uses required protective gear — headgear, pads and mouth guards — and beginners focus on fundamentals before any contact.
What's the difference between Taekwondo, Kobudo and Aiki Jutsu?
Taekwondo is the way of hand and foot — kicks, hand strikes, blocks, take-downs and joint locks, with belts from white through black. Kobudo is weapons training — bo, nunchaku, sai, tonfa, kama and sword, starting at green belt. Aiki Jutsu uses the attacker's momentum against them: circular redirection into joint locks, throws, pins and chokes. Most students start in Taekwondo and add weapons and Aiki Jutsu as they progress. See Our Three Styles for more.
How do belts and testing work?
Belts are earned, not given — students test as they're ready, and practice videos are on hand for every form. Colored-belt tests (including advanced ranks like Deputy Black / Red Tip / Ikkyu) are $40 (includes belt and certificate), and black-belt tests in front of the judges panel are $100. The exact requirements for every rank are on the belt-tests page.
I'm an adult — do I need to be fit to start?
Not at all. Adult students begin exactly where they are and build up gradually; you don't need any experience, flexibility or current fitness level to take a first class. Just come in comfortable clothes and try it.
Come see a class this week
Pick a location, show up in comfortable clothes, and we take it from there.