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Championship Martial Arts - Jacksonville
4.9 ★★★★★ 113 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Jacksonville, Florida
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 4–12) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule karate4jax.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (904) 619-6681
Hours
| Monday | 2–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 2–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 2–9 PM |
| Thursday | 2–9 PM |
| Friday | 2–9 PM |
| Saturday | 2–9 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“An exceptional program designed for children with an interest in martial arts, this program is meticulously tailored to suit the age group of its participants.”
“Classes are well structured and welcoming for all skill levels, whether you’re brand new or more experienced.”
“Great option for Physical Education and socialization for our homeschool teenager.”
Other martial arts here
“The curriculum goes far beyond Taekwondo techniques; it reinforces life skills such as focus, perseverance, self-control, and leadership.”
What students say
“Classes are well structured and welcoming for all skill levels, whether you’re brand new or more experienced.”
“When we’ve had changes to our schedule or had family emergencies, CMA has been flexible and worked with us to make sure our son was able to go to class and do all his belt test.”
“She learns, has fun, builds confidence and makes friends, but it makes me feel good knowing she is learning techniques to protect herself if she's put in a dangerous situation.”
“It’s been a very positive experience for my son, and I confidently recommend Championship Martial Arts to families seeking a top-tier martial arts program.”
“She learns, has fun, builds confidence and makes friends, but it makes me feel good knowing she is learning techniques to protect herself if she's put in a dangerous situation.”
From the reviews
We have had an outstanding experience with Championship Martial Arts in Oceanway. My son has been training here for nearly four years and is now 11 years old, and the growth we’ve seen—both physically and mentally—has been remarkable.
Championship Martial Arts offers an outstanding taekwondo program that truly stands out. The instructors are extremely knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about teaching, making sure each student learns proper technique while building confidence and discipline.
Championship Martial Arts is an excellent Taekwondo school that truly cares about its students. The instructors are professional, patient, and motivating, and they do a great job building confidence, discipline, and respect in a positive environment.
My 6-year-old daughter has attended CMA for a month now and is preparing for her first belt test near the end of the month. She wakes up every morning asking, "Is today karate day?" She gets so excited to go and it's been fun to watch her grow to love it more and more.
New to Karate? Start at Championship Martial Arts - Jacksonville
Championship Martial Arts - Jacksonville comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo, going by their listing and students’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a dojo, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and the sensei scales the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable dojos build fundamentals (stances, blocks, punches, and kicks) for weeks, and kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, with pads and control. Third, all levels and ages really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Karate class at Championship Martial Arts - Jacksonville
Nervous about walking into a Karate dojo for the first time? Almost everyone is, and a good sensei expects beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic stances, blocks, punches, and kicks — not hard sparring. Step to the side whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot. What to bring: water, and a mouthguard if you have one — many dojos lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi and the belt your dojo awards you. Kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the sensei. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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