Love this place sadly it's currently repparing cause of an accident but still very nice place…read morethough it's under repair I still believe in it and I'm still in it

Your family's safety is YOUR responsibility! Whether going…read moreto Walmart, being at work or your children's safety at school. My family and I decided to make the commitment to protect ourselves about 2 years ago. Ellenton Martial Arts IS the best way to learn (quickly) many ways to defend yourself should you ever be in that most unfortunate situation where someone gives you no other option. Mr. Wordie and his instructors will give you and your children the gift of confidence, mental awareness and technique they need. Seriously, it is your responsibility. You owe it to you and those you love to check out Ellenton Martial Arts. Call them now. Don't wait.

I was very disappointed with this Taekwon-do school. The instructors are very rude. I cannot…read morerecommend

Best tae kwon doe around I'm currently a student there and everyone has very good behavior and I…read morerecommend sending your kids there and if you are scared that your kids will get hurt or injured they won't.

I started back in Tai Chi in 1991 through 2001. Then due to some medical issues I was not able to…read morereturn until 2023. I'm still very impressed with the teachings and the training. Tai Chi classes are helping me regain and overall better health.

Sifu Tang was very professional and I learned so much from their class. If you're interested in a…read morevery special type of training, please take their Kung Fu or Tai Chi class. Both classes are very structured, but you will learn so much from them.

I can not say enough good things about Sifu LaVonne Martin, her staff and academy! Top notch…read moretraining in JKD/Kali/Muay Thai/Wing Chun/CSW/BJJ and more. Nice and clean environment with talented, helpful and friendly instructors. Highly recommended!

From the owner: Martin Academy of Martial Arts is committed to excellence. There's not another karate school in…read moreSarasota that can offer this wide range of martial arts, kung fu, self defense, JKD, kickboxing, jiu jitsu, and women's self defense with instructors who are certified with years of experience and not weekend certifications! That's why we're committed to providing the highest quality martial arts instruction and training in a positive encouraging environment. The foundation of this school has been built training mixed martial arts under some of the top martial artists in the world such as: Sifu /Guro Dan Inosanto, Sifu Francis Fong, Master Chai Sirisute, Erik Paulson, the late Herman Suwanda, Machado Brothers, the Pedro Sauer Association and the many others with whom Chief Instructor Lavonne Martin has trained. By becoming a member of MAMA you will join a very select group of Sarasota martial artists. You will be someone on the leading edge of training.

I was a snow bird. I am 72 and a first degree black belt. The grand master is old school and very…read moreprecise in execution . He worked great with all ages and abilities. I improved my technique, enjoyed my time with him and wished I could practice there permanently Ken T

Our son Thai, has been training here with Master Craig for just over a year. Having moved from…read more Korea last year to the Twin Rivers and Lakewood Ranch area, we were very happy to learn that LWRTA was going to be located near our new home. Master Craig is a legit Taekwondo Grand Master, having been trained by his Korean Grand Master.

It took us a long time to find a real martial arts school for my kids and we finally found one at…read moreLaping Martial Arts. They focus on actual MA training, defense and discipline in a safe and friendly environment unlike other schools that waste alot of time with excessive talking or teaching unnecessary forms or pushing unnecessary gear to purchase or paying for belt tests that you know your kids are totally unqualified for. I highly recommend this school. You wont be disappointed. The instructors are incredible. A family owned business. The facility is very family friendly and clean. Trust me just check this place out.

I am very glad I was refered to them, my 5yr old son enjoys the classes very much, he does not want…read moreto miss any of them. The instructor is very patient and understanding with the little ones, I am amazed how much my son has learned in such short time! highly recomend them!

Please don't leave your child with these people. I had to call and report them to the department of…read morechildren and families because I witnessed them verbally, emotionally, and in one case physically abusing the children in their care in a public place. Turns out it's far from the first time they've been reported for such behavior, and have had the police called on them for child abuse before. They continue to remain open because they are unlicensed childcare providers! Protect your child- look elsewhere.

I sent my children here for 2yrs and could not have been happier with them. It's a family business…read morethat treats the kids like their own. Their homework was 95% to 100 % done which allowed so much free time with my kids as a single Mom. They taught them respect and manors. They took them in all the early outs and the school days off, including summer. Sadly my kids moved to a new school and we are doing homework until 9pm every night again. The kids and I miss them terribly. Would recommend them!

My two boys have been training at Amir Academy for over two years and I couldn't recommend it more…read more The academy has been amazing for my boys. They learn all aspects of martial arts. Not only the importance of physical fitness, but the ability to think under pressure, and to be respectful and kind to others. I believe that my boys are better people because of the excellent values they are taught and the guidance they are given. Highly recommend.

Amir Academy of Martial Arts is the OG of martial arts training in St Petersburg Florida. If you're…read moreinterested in martial arts for self defense, fitness, camaraderie, or instilling mutual respect, courtesy and self-control in children, Amir Academy is the training center of choice. I and my children have trained there. I wholeheartedly recommend Amir Academy of Martial Arts.