Creating a Better World Through Martial Arts since 2001
Our Misson
Our goal is to create a better world through the power of martial arts training. In addition to teaching martial arts, we strive above all else to instill positive character traits in all of our students. At World Karate, we believe that who you are in life is much more important than any martial arts accomplishment.
What you can expect
We offer world-class instruction in each and every class at our clean professional facilities. While training in our program, you will learn skills from a mix of different Martial Arts styles. Our students are well-rounded in Western Boxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do, and Kickboxing, and our Black Belts even learn Israeli Knife fighting! You will never be asked to join a special program to further your training at World Karate, everything is taught under one program. You can expect us to work extremely hard to provide fun, safe, and rewarding classes that will help you be the best you can be.
About Us
David Brown - Head Instructor
David Brown - Head Instructor
David Brown - Head Instructor
Mr. Brown grew up in San Antonio and began his Martial Arts training as a teenager. He has received his 5th degree Black Belt from Singleton's Martial Arts. He also spent nearly 2 decades under Master Michael Payne. David has also received BJJ training under Karun Fiedier San Antonio's first BJJ Black Belt, Received his BJJ Black Belt Fr
Mr. Brown grew up in San Antonio and began his Martial Arts training as a teenager. He has received his 5th degree Black Belt from Singleton's Martial Arts. He also spent nearly 2 decades under Master Michael Payne. David has also received BJJ training under Karun Fiedier San Antonio's first BJJ Black Belt, Received his BJJ Black Belt From Todd White - a 4th degree Black Belt under Jean Jacques Machado, certified to teach Haganah Israeli self-defense and knife fighting under Mike Lee Kanarek. Mr. Brown Began teaching Martial arts full-time in 1999 and continues to learn and train to provide the best instruction possible for the students of World Karate.
Joshua Kimball - Instructor
David Brown - Head Instructor
David Brown - Head Instructor
Mr. Kimball followed in his father's footsteps and began training Martial Arts as a young teenager in San Antonio. He started teaching Martial Arts at 16 with Mr. Brown and has been doing it full-time ever since. He has received his 4th degree Black Belt from World Karate. His intensity and passion for Martial Arts have set the standard a
Mr. Kimball followed in his father's footsteps and began training Martial Arts as a young teenager in San Antonio. He started teaching Martial Arts at 16 with Mr. Brown and has been doing it full-time ever since. He has received his 4th degree Black Belt from World Karate. His intensity and passion for Martial Arts have set the standard at WK on how to become an incredible Black Belt. Mr. Kimball has become one of the top instructors in the nation with over 20 years and thousands of classes motivating and inspiring countless students along the way. He is the Head Instructor at WK Leon Springs and will work extremely hard to help you reach your goals
Abraham Acosta - Instructor
Abraham Acosta - Instructor
Abraham Acosta - Instructor
Mr. Abraham was born and raised in San Antonio. He started training at the age of 6 under the instruction of Master Payne. After graduating from the University of Texas with a degree in Health Promotion and Fitness he began a successful career in personal and corporate fitness training. Abraham has been a part of World Karate in many ways
Mr. Abraham was born and raised in San Antonio. He started training at the age of 6 under the instruction of Master Payne. After graduating from the University of Texas with a degree in Health Promotion and Fitness he began a successful career in personal and corporate fitness training. Abraham has been a part of World Karate in many ways since the beginning. In 2018 he joined WK as a full-time instructor. His Expertise in fitness combined with his 20-plus years of Martial Arts training has made him an incredible asset to our team. He earned his 4th degree Black Belt at World Karate and continues to train hard and set the example as Head Instructor WK Boerne.
Caleb Moerdyk - Instructor
Abraham Acosta - Instructor
Abraham Acosta - Instructor
Caleb began his Martial Arts training at World Karate at the age of 11. He always wanted to start training, but it was not until he cleaned all the windows at the studio that he was given his first lesson. Caleb quickly became an outstanding Martial Artist and has been assisting in classes since 2015. After 6 years of working part-time,
Caleb began his Martial Arts training at World Karate at the age of 11. He always wanted to start training, but it was not until he cleaned all the windows at the studio that he was given his first lesson. Caleb quickly became an outstanding Martial Artist and has been assisting in classes since 2015. After 6 years of working part-time, we are very excited to have Caleb on the floor full-time. He is one of the very few to earn a 3rd-degree Black Belt at WK and is eager to spread his love and knowledge of martial arts.
TESTIMONIALS
When we signed our our son up for karate, we were looking for an activity that offered physical fitness, and liked the discipline that was added with martial arts. What we got, however, was so much more. Mr. Brown and Mr. Kimball have an incredible gift for working with children. They have achieved the perfect balance of commanding and teaching respect while having fun and making each child feel valued. They never pass up an opportunity to reinforce virtues such as hard work, positive attitude, integrity and so much more. We feel so blessed to have this resource in our community that will partner with us in teaching our
child the values that are so important in our home. We are so thankful for our World Karate Family!
-Tim and Kelley G.
I’ve watched my son earn his Jr. Black belt for the last four years and became inspired by his journey. I decided TIME was going to pass by no matter what I did or didn’t do. Soon I will be 90 years old sitting on my front porch and it’s up to me only to decide what kind of memories I want to have. So on June 8, 2015, I took the quantum leap and started my journey. In just a few short months I have become more confident and I look forward to the nights I can train at World Karate. Mr. Brown and Mr. Kimble are talented martial artists and extremely professional. The sense of camaraderie at World Karate is evident among the adult class. We all help each other and have fun. Fun is what it is all about. My only regret is that I wish I had started sooner than I did.
- Samantha H.
"World Karate has been such a blessing in helping me to raise two confident, respectful, hard-working young ladies. Even behavioral issues at school have lessened for my ADHD child. Mr. Brown is a role model for my two girls. We ask our kids what Mr. Brown would do when they are faced with tough decisions in life. The lessons they learn each practice are invaluable!"
- Michelle E.
My favorite thing about World Karate is the standard of excellence that Mr. Brown and Mr. Kimball expect. In a world of participation trophies, my boys have earned every single stripe, belt, and bar. They understood that nothing would be given to them; that if they didn't know a form or a technique, the expectation was that they would practice outside of class, and if they needed it, that extra help was readily available from the instructors. At World Karate, they have learned to take responsibility for their own learning, and they have come to understand the true meaning of perseverance. The crossover into other areas of their lives is obvious; from school work to team sports, both of my boys know that their betterment rests in their decisions to actively practice and improve.
Also, I couldn't ask for better role models than Mr. Brown and Mr. Kimball (and several other wonderful instructors at World Karate). They are outstanding individuals who truly care for their students. My boys are better people because of them.
- Sharla B.
We moved here during the middle of the school year last year, and it was rough. Conner had a lot of trouble with self-control in the classroom and talking when he wasn't supposed to. This year, he's at a new school and started karate mid-semester of the fall term. He was still having trouble at the beginning of the year, but after being in karate for only a month, his self-control and talking in class improved greatly. His daily "behavior color" from school is always green now. He also received a character quality award at a school assembly last month & his teacher said "he works hard to manage himself and to be a positive contributor to the classroom."
Also, on a personal note from us as parents, part of the reason we chose World Karate was for the character trait emphasis within the karate instruction. Because the characteristics taught at WK mirror what we're teaching at home, we felt like WK was a great partnership for us in growing/teaching our child. We're big fans, Mr. Brown. Thanks for all you do!
- Melissa C.
My son Carter has been a student at World Karate for the past year. It's the best thing we've ever done for him.
In a world where there is so much darkness and fear, it's consistently refreshing to spend time with David Brown and his staff. He teaches equal parts character and integrity with a healthy dose of martial arts discipline.
- Scott H.
"Our son has been attending World Karate for a little over a year. Since starting at WK, his confidence has grown immensely, his physical strength has markedly improved, and he is showing greater focus in school, at home, and in his other activities. The encouragement and real-life application that the instructors provide are priceless. Team World Karate Rules!"
- Miller Family