Martial Arts Schools near Weddington

“This is a wonderful authentic Martial Arts school. From the moment I took the trial lesson I knew I was in the right place. It was exactly what I was looking for. A school with a passionate teacher (Sifu David) that passes on his valuable knowledge in a compassionate, individualized manner, adjusted to each student's level, strengths and weaknesses. A great leader that inspires you to strive to reach your goals and gets the best out of you. The students are welcoming and very helpful. They share their knowledge as well and support you in your path. It's a wonderful community. The perfect place to learn Tai Chi and Kung Fu from a body, mind and spirit perspective. Highly recommended!“

“Lucas is an amazing professor and world champion!! By far one of the best. Great place to learn jiu jitsu“

“Corey Family Martial Arts has been an incredible experience for our daughter, helping her grow in strength, skill, and confidence. The program provides a perfect balance of discipline and fun, allowing her to develop martial arts techniques while also gaining valuable life skills. She has made wonderful friendships along the way, and the supportive atmosphere encourages teamwork and respect. Beyond the physical training, the structured environment ensures that students stay on top of their responsibilities with time for homework and reading too.

The staff at Corey Family Martial Arts goes above and beyond in communication, program planning (both for students and adults!), and fostering a positive experience for every child. They create a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment where students feel supported and motivated to do their best. Their dedication to each student’s growth—both inside and outside of martial arts—is evident, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the impact they’ve had on our daughter’s development. Thank you CFMA!!“

“Daughter loves the after school program and karate; nothing but positive things to say.“

“Awesome instructors and family oriented lessons. We love going to classes every time and my son has gained so much confidence and martial arts skills in just a few months. We are committed on our path to Black Belt with UpLevel!“

“This place has great energy my grand kids have so much fun here this is a very positive thing to do girls and boys benefit ,teaching is great here kids support each other and learn respect .“

“I would highly recommend SMA academy. My daughter is been attending SMA from past 3 years and it has really helped her a lot in terms of discipline, building confidence and keeping up with physical activities. I really liked how they teach kids to stay safe away from strangers.

Sensi Joshu and Desi’s (teachers) at dojo are very dedicated and teaches kids from heart.“

“Mr StClair is a fantastic treacher. You can really tell that he is passionate about helping kids be better versions of themselves by learning the confidence and integrity that comes from learning martial arts.“

“5 star review for Achieve, the best instructors. Positive approach with kids, amazingly taught my rowdy 3 year old focus and structure. Master Brandon is my kids favorite instructor and mimicks him at home. Master Bryan impressively commands attention from a room full of preschoolers. My husband and also take classes and coach Terrence does a great job sweating us out. A healthy family pass time. Thank you to all instructors and coaches at Achieve.“

“Excellent choice for your child. Our daughter has gone here for 6 years now and we are very happy with the results.“

“My daughter started here when she was 12, and has been taking for almost 2 years. She has met so many great people and friends and it has really helped with her self confidence. She loves that they incorporate karate, self defense, wrestling skills, and other things! Last fall my 6 year old son begged me to start letting him take classes too, so he’s been going ever since. He has a blast while learning all kinds of “ninja” skills. Everyone working there is so nice and great with all ages of kids. I highly recommend giving them a try if you’re looking for a martial arts studio either for ongoing classes or birthday parties etc. they really know how to teach, engage and entertain!“

“I feel at home at UpRising! My daughters and I have learned so much over the years. The Academy is not just an Academy, but a Family. Students are: Children, Teens, Moms, Dads, Sisters, Brothers, Friends and Grandparents. All the CITs, Instructors and Mr. Barnes truly care about their students. I will forever be grateful for the lifelong friendships and lessons learned. UpRising is leading families and the next generation to achieve amazing things! ?“

“Great team, very professional, respectful and compassionate. They teach respect and self confidence to help our kids excel in every aspect of life!“

“Professional, friendly and knowledgeable staff! I was nervous to take a class by myself but they made me feel right at home! Spotless locker rooms!“

“I am a Black Belt at US Tae Kwon Do Colony Place. It is a great place if you want your children to learn valuable qualities such as honesty, integrity, and perseverance. Even the parents can join too for a fun experience with their children and also to learn basic self defense. The kids are very nice and helpful and Master James is very kind and helpful as well. You will learn how to stronger, smarter and know how to get out of tough situations if needed. The classes mix in fun games with tough training and knowledge. Overall this is one of the best businesses I have ever participated in. This is a fun and awesome place and I highly recommend it to any parents looking for extracurricular activities for their child.2nd Dan Black Belt“

“I have been a student at two other taekwondo schools, but Han's Taekwondo and Dragon Championship are by far the best!! I wish my daughter and I started taking classes at Han's sooner... No other teacher has spent the time we needed to improve our skills like Master Lee and the instructors at Han's. Not only that, they are teaching in such a positive and constructive manner so they make you feel like you are a part of a larger family. They are masters of their craft and taekwondo athletes who work equally with every student to help them improve their skills. My daughter and I really enjoy taking classes at Han's!“

“Our now 10 year old child signed-up with Master Wilson’s studio just after their 5th birthday. Though we moved out of Charlotte after 2 years, we continued to make the drive twice weekly. FOR 3 YEARS!! Sadly, this year, with our schedules filling-up, we had to say “farewell” as the commute became difficult for us.Master Wilson and his instructors were a great pleasure to work with - as both mentors and friends. Our hope is that we find a studio like this in our area. (Still searching!)“

“I am impressed with the leadership, personal care to instruct,and over all character to improve ones self. This is a noble place.“

“My daughter has been coming here for almost 2 years. Mr. M is amazing with the kids and keeps them engaged! Classes are only 45 min and you can come as many times a week as you'd like! There is a trial period before the year commitment to see if your child really does enjoy it. I love the tools she is learning in life and he encourages positive behaviors in class but also at home and school. I would highly recommend this location to anyone. The only downside is the size of the dojo-we are outgrowing the building but hopefully a bigger location is in the future!!“

“I've been a student at Focus Martial Arts for almost three years now, and the experience has been nothing short of amazing. Sifu Ryan's mastery of Wing Tsum and attention to detail is what sets this school apart from others. He takes the time to ensure every student understands not just the 'how' but also the 'why' behind each technique. Hands down the best Wing Tsum school in Charlotte!“