Unified Martial Art Academy

A family owned and operated Martial Arts School that was founded in 1996 based on Traditional Family Values and committed to developing and teaching children and adults in the arts of Sansei (3rd Generation) Goju-Ryu Karate, which was founded by Hanshi Manny Saavedra in the United States in 1980.

Professional, courteous, and always willing to help you.

What started in the boxing ring has evolved into something bigger. The gym traces its roots back to the classic sport that shaped generations of American athletes, but it's expanded to embrace mixed martial arts and the full spectrum of combat training. Whether you're drawn in by the intense energy you've seen on screens or you're chasing your own transformation—shedding pounds, building strength, discovering discipline—you'll find that passion reflected here. Winter months bring a particular intensity to the place; the focus sharpens when the world slows down, and there's something about training hard indoors while the cold sits outside that strips everything down to pure determination. Members come through those doors with all kinds of goals, from competitive aspirations to personal fitness breakthroughs, and the gym meets each person where they are.

Teammates, training partners and instructors all have adopted our strict “no-ego” policy. Evolution Martial Arts & Fitness has been the school of choice for many law enforcement officials, military personnel, professional athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and educators.

Since 1979, this martial arts institution has been empowering Miami's community with authentic training in Shim Myung Do—a dynamic blend of Tae Kwon Do, Hap Ki Do, Sip Pal Gue, and meditation. Master Rod Bohorquez's legacy continues through classes for kids and adults, focusing on building real self-defense skills, mental discipline, and lasting personal growth.

For more than three decades, this martial arts academy has been shaping individuals through karate instruction and conditioning training. The winter months bring a particularly motivated crowd to the mats—people looking to channel their energy indoors while building strength and focus. The curriculum emphasizes values like respect, integrity, dedication, and mental fortitude, creating an environment where personal growth extends far beyond physical technique. Countless students have walked through the doors and discovered lasting changes in how they approach challenges, both on and off the mat.

Catering to men, women and children of all ages and experience levels. Dedicated to helping every student develop their martial arts expertise, their physical fitness and their self-defense skills. Exciting, fun and action packed classes provide complete martial arts training in a practical, tactical, and logical self-defense system.

Hybrid Martial Arts was designed with the individual in mind, geared toward catering to the specific needs of a person looking for a martial arts school. There are many benefits a person can acquire from training at our martial arts school which include weight loss, self confidence, reduced stress, and self defense.

Experience a complete martial arts journey that blends aikijujutsu, aikido, jujitsu, hapkido, and Jiyu Ken Do into one powerful system. Under Kyoshi Robaina's expert guidance, you'll master practical self-defense techniques while building strength, mental resilience, and inner spirit—all in a welcoming family environment where students of any age or skill level thrive.

Taekwondo, Karate, Aikido, Tai Chi and Jiu Jitsu. Training for the betterment of the individual.

Ready to transform your fitness journey this winter? Our expert trainers deliver personalized martial arts instruction for all ages and skill levels, combining proven techniques with customized coaching to help you build strength, confidence, and real results. Let's get you feeling stronger and more energized than ever.

Experience authentic karate training under the guidance of instructors Robert Budihas and Renzo Hernandez, who blend rigorous technique with lessons in character and integrity. This welcoming dojo welcomes students of all skill levels, offering expert instruction paired with meaningful conversations about honor, ethics, and personal growth that extend far beyond the mat.

System of martial arts and self-defense proven time and time again. Instructors, professional fighters with many years of training, have utilized Freestyle Fighting Academy techniques in the cage and in the ring - at the national and international level.

Three brothers brought their family's lineage into Florida's martial arts landscape, having trained from toddlerhood under one of the discipline's most influential figures. Pedro, Gui, and Joaquim carry forward the exact methods and philosophy they absorbed during decades of direct mentorship, maintaining that connection through their instruction today. Winter afternoons find dedicated students working through fundamentals in their space, the focused intensity of the mats a contrast to the quiet season outside. Their commitment extends beyond technique—the principles that shaped them as practitioners inform how they approach teaching, community, and personal development both during classes and beyond.

Since 2008, this Jacksonville martial arts school has been building stronger, more confident fighters through expert instruction in Jeet Kune Do, Filipino Martial Arts, MMA, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Muay Thai. Led by Chief Instructor Lee Peacock—with over 30 years of martial arts experience—the team of dedicated instructors creates high-energy, safe training environments tailored to individual goals, whether you're looking to compete, get fit, or master self-defense. Specialized programs in women's self-defense and law enforcement/military training are also available.

First Coast Tae Kwon Do is dedicated to Black Belt Excellence!

USA Taekwondo And Hapkido offers a variety of Training Programs , Online Store for secure purchasing of uniforms and training gear, and Virtual Training through our Members Area.

Taiji Kung Fu Academy (TKA) aims to provide clients with the highest quality instruction and service in the industry. The Academy's two locations, conveniently located in Jacksonville and Fleming Island, offer not only martial arts instruction, but acupuncture treatments, nutritional herbal supplements, and even a proshop that is stocked with martial arts clothing, weapons, and other related equipment and supplies.

America Martial Arts Academy offers Kenpo Karate martial arts classes for the whole family ages 5 to 95, as well as an MMA program for ages 12 and up.

Since 2002, Michael Lee's Martial Arts Center has been providing martial arts instruction in the Jacksonville, FL area. Michael Lee's Martial Arts Center's programs are designed to enhance physical, mental and social growth. It is well known that the martial arts instills discipline, self confidence, respect and responsibility in students.

The Mission of Pak’s Karate Academy is to enhance the quality of life available to its students, their families, and their community by providing character development through proper Martial Arts instruction.

5 Star Martial Arts' goal is to provide individuals with the most complete and effective system of self defense while maintaining high instructional and professional standards.

Karate Arts Academy of Self Defense is to create an atmosphere of self-discovery and personal growth, which increases physical fitness and self-defense skill, encourages the foundation of high personal standards, and empowers our students with control over self (body, mind, and spirit), thus enabling them to live a happier and more successful life.

Tao College is here to provide you with training in holistic fitness and well being. Programs include Qigong for Wellness Instructor and Tai Chi and Qigong for Wellness Instructor.

CrossFit is the principal strength and conditioning program for many police academies and tactical teams, firemen, military special operations units, champion martial artists and hundreds of other elite and professional athletes worldwide. However, it is designed for universal adaptability, making it the perfect application for any committed individual regardless of age, gender or ability.

JAMA is dedicated to the strengthening of mind and body in a positive atmosphere for the whole family. Classes are geared toward individual interests and personal achievement, and are taught in a group or private setting. http://www.jamakick.com/

HG Boxing Gym, located in Jacksonville Beach , Florida is the beaches premiere boxing gym and fitness center, serving all levels of boxing ability from beginner to advanced and all levels of fitness. Our professional staff make the most of your boxing training, lessons or boxing workout with one on one attention, advice and guidance as you workout. It's like getting a personal trainer and sparring partner free with your gym membership!

World Martial Arts Jax has been Jacksonville’s most cutting edge martial arts school for over a decade. WMA is also the Southeast Headquarters for Erik Paulson’s Combat Submission Wrestling.