American Martial Arts in Gainesville, FL, is a top-rated self-defense school that focuses on teaching martial arts, integrity, and essential life skills. Located at Newberry Crossing, it offers classes for all age groups from Monday to Saturday. The instructors are highly praised for their dedication, and programs include activities like Taekwondo, kickboxing, and nunchucks training. Many parents highlight the positive impact on their children, both in confidence and physical abilities.
Pros:
- Top-notch instructors
- Positive impact on confidence
- Great for all ages
- Variety of classes offered
- Encouraging and supportive environment
- Affordable pricing
- Family-inclusive training
- High success rate in student progress
- Safe and respectful atmosphere
- Convenient location
Cons:
- Limited hours
- No Sunday classes
- Some classes may be challenging
Location / Contact
- Address: 1207 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606, United States
- Phone:+1 352-665-9976
- Website:selfdefenseama.com
Rating Stats
Reviews (10)
Frequently Asked Questions
Except the peak hours, this place remains quite free or moderately crowded.
This business has a rating of 4.9-star.
This business has 10 reviews.
The address is: 1207 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606, United States .
The contact number is +1 352-665-9976
This service is listed under Self Defense School .
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Timothy Paul Maun Akey
1 year ago
Great kick boxing class. Helped me lose weight!
paula valino
2 years ago
Join Us and discover this amazing Martial Arts Family.
Miss “Peachez” Del Valle
2 years ago
Ny child has been here for 2 months and she likes it. They teach you lots of different techniques.
peter mayers
2 years ago
I have been a member for 1 year and I love the quality of instructors and being part of a beautiful family. I wouldn't change it for the world. Come out and join us.
jennifer jonas
2 years ago
Wow where can I begin. Let’s start off with I love this place and the quality of respect and caring they have for everyone who enters the door. I am so greatful for allowing my husband and I to join their family. The instructors are awesome and hard at times but it is well worth it at the end. I would like to applaud Chase ( 4th degree black belt) on an awesome job last night on your board breaking. You Rock!!!! If you are looking for fun, laughter, and self confidence or maybe just a way to stay in shape and most of all discipline, this is the place to be. Hope to see you soon!
Bay Pantoja
2 years ago
Excellent school. Excellent Leadership, the leaders do really care about the students. And students actually learn and progress in here, you can not say that about some karate schools in Gainesville, some karate schools in Gainesville are more like McDojos money pits. This is not the case in here, your kid will learn.
R JS
2 years ago
My son started training here a little over 2 years ago and I've been so impressed with the level of professionalism and expertise we've experienced. Top notch instructors have helped my son's confidence, strength and skills. He will soon be a black belt and I am so grateful for everyone here!
Dustin Cox
2 years ago
I training with my 13 year old son and 6 year old daughter. The instructors are great. The cost is not too expensive. This is a great way to exercise and a great way to teach my kids to be leaders. When my son first started, he was shy. The instructors taught him to be a leader and he has grown a lot. He started as a white belt and trained hard with this instructors for years to get his black belt. My daughter is 6 and can kick above her head. She know how to use nunchucks too. As for me this is a great way to spend time with my kids and sweet my butt off. I would recommend this for anyone of any age.
Robert Christian
3 years ago
My son and I have been training with this team for several years now and absolutely love it and the people!
HotMesstoHotMom OpenBook
3 years ago
I am absolutely can not express how much I LOOOOOVE this place and the instructors !!!You will never find another instructor like Mr. Peralta !!! He and all the other instructors are so amazing at teaching young people. In so many different ways, martial arts, integrity, and how to handle yourself in all types of different situations. I could literally go on and on and on!!!Being a parent with a child that is a little bit of what you would say a “challenge”.... I can definitely say that this has been one of the most positive things that I have done for her. These instructors find the best in her and maneuver different ways to bring out the best in my children. They help them see the best in themselves and positively encourage them to do their best and to be better but not in a shaming way.My kids don’t always like going to taekwondo, as in leaving the house and leaving the iPads, but when they get there, they have a blast !!!!I am extremely grateful and feel incredibly blessed to have found this taekwondo studio to help encourage my kids and teach them so many different life skills that I’m trying to instill in them.This place and people are JUST WHAT WE NEEDED !!!! Thank You !!! Thank You !!!!