Martial Arts Schools near Kannapolis

“We love MAU for our family. It's far more than a work out or jist learning taekwondo skills. The program is designed to foster confidence, independence, respect of self and other and so much more. Oh, and it's so fun the kids don't even realize the extra life lessons. The instructors are all so wonderful, they treat the kids like an extension of family. And bonus- it's not just for the kids, there is an adult program too!“

“I started in the junior program and have advanced to the adult. Advancing through the ranks every two months, you can never get bored. Constantly working on something. This motivates you as a person and inspires you to grow. Working out and working to be a better person. This is a great school, with qualified instructors, and an amazing program. Plenty of Competitions and promotional tests. All students are treated with respect, there are great conversations and we feel like a family. Welcome to be a part of the school!“

“Black Belt USA is an excellent choice if you're interested in learning a martial art, increasing your level of fitness, or even training to complete.The Kings are a husband and wife team who personally run the business and are hands-on helping their students achieve whatever goals they may have.I started Muay Thai many years ago while looking for something to get me into better shape and learn some self-defense techniques in the process. It was intimidating to walk in but the Kings made me feel welcome and took their time teaching me the basics while I steadily gained skill and confidence.After several years life got in the way and I stopped attending. But once my young son was old enough, I knew Black Belt USA would be the only school I would want him to be a part of. I enrolled him in Tae Kwon Do and just like I experienced, the Kings and their student teachers have challenged him but done so in a caring way to help him grow and gain his own confidence. They have such a great way with kids that you feel at ease as a parent.After a while I felt the itch to come back to Muay Thai. Now mind you I'm approaching AARP age at this point, but the beauty of this school is that it is everything for everyone. So while I'm there to keep father time a little further away, some of my peers in class are training for competitions, or progressing through the ranks to eventually become instructors themselves. We range in age from some in high school to those who are nearing retirement. But we're all there to achieve our own personal goals and create some lasting friendships while we're at it.I've been meaning to write this for quite some time as I do believe we have one of the best all-around martial arts schools right here in Charlotte. So if you want to get into shape or master TKD and/or Muay Thai, give BBUSA a try, you'll feel right at home!“

“Great program for my 12 year old son! We were looking for something different after 3 years of jiu jitsu. The team is very kind, and supportive. The coaches are knowledgeable and definitely help make being a respectful individual a goal!“

“I have been attending jujitsu classes at this academy since 2017. My daughters also trained here for several years, attending the homeschool classes the academy offers during the day. (I used these classes to count toward a gym credit on thier High School transcripts). Our experience here has been wonderful. Not only have we learned life saving self defense skills, we have friends and become part of a wonderful jujitsu community. I encourage anyone to try a class!“