Meet our dedicated instructors

At worldclasskarate.org in Fort Worth, Texas, our instructors are more like a family than a coaching staff. We lead with boundless patience, heartfelt praise, and mutual respect to help students of all ages and fitness levels reach their personal best.

Lakita Slack, 5th degree black belt

Specializing in practical self-defense, Lakita brings decades of passion and expertise to the mat. Her reassuring guidance empowers students to build unbreakable confidence, sharp awareness, and effective protective skills in a welcoming environment.

Chris Maldonado, 2nd degree black belt

Specializing in Tai Chi and kids karate, Chris combines unmatched patience with engaging drills that make learning fun and accessible. Whether nurturing young beginners or guiding adults through mindful movement, his supportive approach ensures every student thrives.

Briana Britt and Andrek Magana

Briana Britt, a 3rd degree black belt, specializes in dynamic weapons instruction and high-level competition training. Alongside her is Andrek Magana, a skilled 2nd degree black belt bringing fresh energy and deep commitment to student progress and discipline.

"Our instructors are truly like a family. Everyone receives and gives genuine respect, encouragement, and praise from day one."

The worldclasskarate.org training family