Ages 8–12

    Kids Martial Arts Classes at Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics mean Focus, Fitness and Fun!

    Kids build Confidence, gain strength and flexibility, and learn amazing skills in the best Kids Martial Arts program in the Mint Hill area.

    Kids practicing martial arts techniques at Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics

    Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics Kids Martial Arts Classes Build Benefits for Life for your child.

    Strength - Kids Martial Arts class at Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics

    Strength

    Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics Kids Martial Arts classes build strength in a real, functional way that benefits children of all ages!

    Flexibility - Kids Martial Arts class at Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics

    Flexibility

    Flexibility isn't just for showing off, it has tremendous health benefits from increased quality of life to injury reduction.

    Agility - Kids Martial Arts class at Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics

    Agility

    Increased balance, awareness and precision turn your little one into a real life ninja (and they'll love it!)

    Focus - Kids Martial Arts class at Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics

    Focus

    Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics Kids Martial Arts gives kids laser-like focus. They'll have the ability to have sustained patience at will, and they'll benefit from it for life.

    Determination - Kids Martial Arts class at Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics

    Determination

    Children need a safe, structured place to learn to overcome obstacles in order to build grit and determination.

    Confidence - Kids Martial Arts class at Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics

    Confidence

    Confidence isn't just a buzzword, it's what we do. Your child will build deep, unshakeable confidence that they'll take everywhere they go.

    Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics Kids Martial Arts Classes
    Build Benefits for Life

    Limited Class Spaces — Enroll ASAP

    It's not just kids that love it...

    Parents love Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics Kids Martial Arts

    It's not just kids that love Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics Kids Martial Arts. Once they see the classes, parents love it because it's more than just a fun activity

    Parent watching their child train in Kids Martial Arts class at Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics
  1. Class Times

    Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics Kids Martial Arts class times were designed by parents for parents - you're almost guaranteed to find a time that works for your family's needs.

  2. Community

    Your child will be surrounded by peers striving towards the same goals they are. They'll build friendships and be supported in their journey.

  3. Life Skills

    There's literally no better place for your child to learn life skills like Persistence, Determination and Empathy. They'll listen and learn from role-model instructors, and they'll love it!

  4. Physical Skills

    It's more than amazing ninja moves - it's proprioception, balance, agility and more - physical traits that will remain with and benefit your child for the rest of their lives.

  5. Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics Kids Martial Arts Classes
    Build Benefits for Life

    Limited Class Spaces — Enroll ASAP

  6. Real Strength

    Kids can see their own strength building after only a few weeks. They love to see their strength grow in real time, working each day on becoming the strongest version of themselves.

  7. Amazing Agility

    Yes, the reality is that every child thinks they're already a ninja! Once they get into class though, they start learning actual, real 'ninja' moves, and they absolutely love feeling like a superhero.

  8. They feel 'Cool'

    Many parents are new to Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics, but almost all kids know how awesome it is to be here. It's a blast, and parents can feel great knowing it's also packed with benefits.

  9. They have FUN!

    We're Kids Martial Arts teachers because we love what we do! That shows through each and every day, and the joy is infectious. It's the most fun activity available for them, hands down!

  10. For Kids

    Kids Love Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics Kids Martial Arts Classes

    Kids need activities that are engaging and awesome. They *have* to be cooler than video games, TV, phones and other screen oriented activities that simply aren't beneficial. Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics Kids Martial Arts is exactly what they want - here's why:

    Kids training in Kids Martial Arts class at Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics

    Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics Kids Martial Arts Classes
    Build Benefits for Life

    Limited Class Spaces — Enroll ASAP

    Kids need programs like Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics Kids Martial Arts now more than ever...

    20.4% of kids

    Of American children are obese or are at risk for obesity

    To help fight and prevent Obesity, kids need to move! The reality though is that our lives aren't set up for movement. With 7+ hour seated school days and busy parent work schedules, it's tough to keep modern kids healthy

    8M U.S. Kids

    Lead sedentary lives

    It's too easy for kids nowadays to become sedentary and carry that into adulthood. The healthy habits learned at Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics Kids Martial Arts can benefit kids for life, and can fight the seemingly inevitable march of adult onset health issues

    40% of Adults

    Almost half of Adults are sedentary

    More and more it seems inevitable that as kids grow into adults, they slow down and become unhealthy. It doesn't have to be this way, but we have to create healthy movement habits before it's too late.

    Kids Martial Arts milestone moment at Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics

    Congruency

    Our goals for our Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics Kids Martial Arts students are the same as your goals as a parent. Confidence, Self-Esteem, and Healthy Habits for life!

    Atmosphere

    Having a solid foundation of positivity in your child's life is invaluable. You can't control their experiences everywhere, nor would you want to. But at Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics, you'll know they'll always be good ones.

    A Sense of Belonging

    At Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics, it doesn't matter if your child isn't the best kid on the team; they'll never ride the bench. They'll always know they're valued members of class, and part of the team, each and every day.

    Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics Kids Martial Arts Classes
    Build Benefits for Life

    Limited Class Spaces — Enroll ASAP

    The Difference

    Traditional Sports vs. Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics Kids Martial Arts Classes

    Traditional Sports

    • Being left out if you're 'not good enough'

    • Unhelpful, untrained amateur coaches

    • Physical skills only; no focus on character development

    • Too many practices and games, leaving precious little family time

    Martial Arts

    • All kids are always included, physically gifted or not

    • Trained, caring, professional instructors

    • Physical skills kids love, but an intentional focus on life skills kids need

    • Reasonable expectations for attendance and participation leaving plenty of family time

    See the energy on the mat

    Kids Martial Arts class moment 1 at Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics
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    Kids Martial Arts class moment 3 at Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics
    Kids Martial Arts class moment 4 at Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics

    Reviews

    What families say.

    “I couldn't be more happier with this studio. Justice is so excited to go and she's very excited about getting different belts. I honestly have never seen her this excited and she loves doing like gymnastics and dance and stuff like that but this place has definitely welcomed her and she seems to love every minute of it.”

    James Mctiernan

    “Great place for kids! My son really enjoys his karate classes. We've seen a big improvement in his confidence, discipline, and focus. The instructors are friendly, patient, and very supportive. We're very happy with his progress. Highly recommended!”

    Hem Gurung

    “We love Elite Martial Arts & Gymnastics! My son started with them a few months ago and absolutely loves his teachers and classmates. They have personalized his journey and checked in with us regularly since he began. We are happy to have found them and cannot wait to continue to watch his journey progress!”

    Kelly P

    This could be the best thing you've ever done for your child.

    Take advantage of our no-strings attached trial offer. You'll see for yourself just how amazing your child could be.