Golden Gate Karate School
Karate School, 55 Everglades Blvd N Unit 101, Unit 101, Naples, FL 34120
About
Golden Gate Karate School offers karate and other martial arts training with a focus on self defense. Programs include activities in Tang Soo Do under the Mi Guk Kwan Federation and Soo Bahk Do Korean karate. Classes and events include both regular instruction and additional exciting events beyond standard classes.
• Ages: 4–18 years old
• Schedule: Class options Monday–Friday in the afternoon and evening, with additional events on some Saturdays and Sundays
Golden Gate Karate School states that all students who enroll in its programs will prepare themselves for a vast amount of real world scenarios to protect themselves and family members, while also learning discipline that will empower them to succeed in all things outside of martial arts. The school notes that all activities require parent or guardian supervision for Tiny Turtles. The program uses a classic and simple belt ranking system in which members see a steady progression as they continue their martial arts journey. The facilities are sanitized thoroughly and are described as always in pristine condition. Programs are described as engaging and methodical, teaching students discipline and socialization skills while they learn to become proficient and confident martial artists. The school offers programs the entire family will enjoy, including family membership programs with special opportunities to work and learn together, and programs for all age groups so each lesson offers an appropriate level of engagement, amusement, and excitement. Programs also include exciting events in addition to classes.
All of the instructors at Golden Gate Karate School are described as highly credible with lengthy martial arts backgrounds. Kyo Sa Nim Raymond Sobel is the primary instructor of Golden Gate Karate School and trains under 9th Degree Grand Master Charles Ferraro and 6th Degree Master Michael Ramirez under the Mi Guk Kwan Federation. Kyo Sa Derek also trains under 9th Degree Grand Master Ferraro and 6th Degree Master Ramirez and serves as a full-time studio assistant instructor helping 2nd degree Kyo Sa Nim Raymond Sobel. Derek Sobel is described as a natural born athlete who is attending Florida Gulf Coast University, pursuing a major in exercise science, and previously received a scholarship to Warner University where he ran track, including the 60-meter, 100-meter, and 200-meter events, and qualified for indoor and outdoor nationals as a true freshman. Derek joined Soo Bahk Do in 2021, trained with 4th Degree Master Rupert, and in his first tournament, “The Neapolitan,” placed 1st in forms; he follows a vigorous training regimen and trains for several hours a day.
Raymond Sobel’s martial arts history began in 1968 at age 12, when he trained with 7th Degree Master Koji Sugimoto in the Shotokan karate discipline. In 1986, under Gup number 33030, he trained with Master Johns, Master Hanke, Master Prior, and Grandmaster Hwang Kee. In 1989 he was electrocuted with over 17,000 volts of electricity and was unable to train for 29 years. In 2017 he found Soo Bahk Do Korean karate, achieved his Cho Dan Black Belt level in 2019, and later received his 2nd degree and the Kyo Sa Nim approved teaching ranking registered in the United States; in Korea his certificate Dan Number is Dan Bon 51682 and is inscribed in the Soo Bahk Do archives. In 2021 he was awarded a silver medal in forms at the Soo Bahk Do Nationals, a gold medal in forms and a silver medal in fighting at the Neapolitan Tournament, and he previously earned 1st place in forms and 1st place in fighting at the 1988 Homestead Academy Tournament. Presently, Raymond has opened his first karate school under Tang Soo Do, Mi Guk Kwan, named “Golden Gate Karate School.”
Last updated February 15, 2026.
• Ages: 4–18 years old
• Schedule: Class options Monday–Friday in the afternoon and evening, with additional events on some Saturdays and Sundays
Golden Gate Karate School states that all students who enroll in its programs will prepare themselves for a vast amount of real world scenarios to protect themselves and family members, while also learning discipline that will empower them to succeed in all things outside of martial arts. The school notes that all activities require parent or guardian supervision for Tiny Turtles. The program uses a classic and simple belt ranking system in which members see a steady progression as they continue their martial arts journey. The facilities are sanitized thoroughly and are described as always in pristine condition. Programs are described as engaging and methodical, teaching students discipline and socialization skills while they learn to become proficient and confident martial artists. The school offers programs the entire family will enjoy, including family membership programs with special opportunities to work and learn together, and programs for all age groups so each lesson offers an appropriate level of engagement, amusement, and excitement. Programs also include exciting events in addition to classes.
All of the instructors at Golden Gate Karate School are described as highly credible with lengthy martial arts backgrounds. Kyo Sa Nim Raymond Sobel is the primary instructor of Golden Gate Karate School and trains under 9th Degree Grand Master Charles Ferraro and 6th Degree Master Michael Ramirez under the Mi Guk Kwan Federation. Kyo Sa Derek also trains under 9th Degree Grand Master Ferraro and 6th Degree Master Ramirez and serves as a full-time studio assistant instructor helping 2nd degree Kyo Sa Nim Raymond Sobel. Derek Sobel is described as a natural born athlete who is attending Florida Gulf Coast University, pursuing a major in exercise science, and previously received a scholarship to Warner University where he ran track, including the 60-meter, 100-meter, and 200-meter events, and qualified for indoor and outdoor nationals as a true freshman. Derek joined Soo Bahk Do in 2021, trained with 4th Degree Master Rupert, and in his first tournament, “The Neapolitan,” placed 1st in forms; he follows a vigorous training regimen and trains for several hours a day.
Raymond Sobel’s martial arts history began in 1968 at age 12, when he trained with 7th Degree Master Koji Sugimoto in the Shotokan karate discipline. In 1986, under Gup number 33030, he trained with Master Johns, Master Hanke, Master Prior, and Grandmaster Hwang Kee. In 1989 he was electrocuted with over 17,000 volts of electricity and was unable to train for 29 years. In 2017 he found Soo Bahk Do Korean karate, achieved his Cho Dan Black Belt level in 2019, and later received his 2nd degree and the Kyo Sa Nim approved teaching ranking registered in the United States; in Korea his certificate Dan Number is Dan Bon 51682 and is inscribed in the Soo Bahk Do archives. In 2021 he was awarded a silver medal in forms at the Soo Bahk Do Nationals, a gold medal in forms and a silver medal in fighting at the Neapolitan Tournament, and he previously earned 1st place in forms and 1st place in fighting at the 1988 Homestead Academy Tournament. Presently, Raymond has opened his first karate school under Tang Soo Do, Mi Guk Kwan, named “Golden Gate Karate School.”
Last updated February 15, 2026.
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