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The Martial Arts Center
4.9 ★★★★★ 232 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Ocala, Florida
Plan your first class
- Free trial / intro class most dojos welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule themacocala.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (352) 236-1111
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We had a nice time, the parents enjoyed themselves, the kids were highly engaged, and the birthday girl was made to feel special – a big bonus.”
“Whether you want a fun healthy way to get fit, learn self defense, or simply learn martial arts it’s a great place to grow!”
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“Whether you want a fun healthy way to get fit, learn self defense, or simply learn martial arts it’s a great place to grow!”
What students say
“The environment is clean, organized, and welcoming.”
“From day one, the instructors have been patient, respectful, and incredibly skilled at meeting students right where they are.”
“My son, Justin has been coming here for almost 4 years, he is 8 now and I have seen my son's focus and self discipline improve so much.”
“The environment is clean, organized, and welcoming.”
“If you’re looking for a place that teaches real skill while also shaping character, this martial arts center is absolutely worth it.”
“There’s something special about walking into a place where discipline feels like encouragement instead of pressure, and that’s exactly what this martial arts center delivers.”
From the reviews
The martial arts center is everything you could ever want in a martial arts studio! Everyone is so welcoming and kind. The culture is fantastic, the practitioners are always cheering each other on, there’s healthy competition, and everyone steps in to help each other out.
My daughter has been apart of the Martial Arts center since December and she loves it! They do such an amazing job to help the kids with confidence, respect, discipline, and to become great leaders. They really do care about the growth of the kids.
My son, Justin has been coming here for almost 4 years, he is 8 now and I have seen my son's focus and self discipline improve so much. The MAC have been like a 2nd family to us. The instructors are awesome, who make it a point to see how he is doing socially and academically. I am so glad we found this school!
This program is about as professional as it gets. It’s so much more than karate. Sign up…..take the free class and you will see what I mean…..very affordable for what your child will get out of it. Christa and her team have it dialed in.
Your first Karate class at The Martial Arts Center
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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