Now Accepting New Students! Amazing Adult Martial Arts Classes in Middlebury.
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“Amazing community & instructors.” Come see why Middlebury men & women can’t get enough of our life-changing adult martial arts classes. Try us out risk-free. Spots are limited, hurry!
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Get Fitter, Safer, Stronger. Fast.
Martial arts build muscles you never even knew you had. It’s a full-body workout combining cardio and resistance to build lean muscle, fast.
You’ll also boost your energy as your cardio increases, boost your coordination & balance, and get more flexible, too.
These Middlebury adult martial arts classes are calorie-crushing, action-packed sessions.
It’s More Than Self-Defense. It’s a Way of Life.
In our Middlebury adult martial arts classes, we don’t just help you get fitter, safer, and stronger. We help you build life-changing skills to excel at life – in your relationships, career, and family.
Focus. Confidence. Discipline. Goal setting and more. Every adult martial arts class in Middlebury enriches you and makes you stronger – inside and out.
We also help you stay safe with real-world self-defense. These are tactics that work even against attackers larger than you.
Melt Stress. Relieve Pain.
An amazing side-effect of our Middlebury adult martial arts classes is stress & pain relief. The full-body workouts erase stress from your body.
The core-building martial arts techniques help your body function as it was meant to – meaning less strain on your back, neck, shoulders, and knees. Stretching and muscle-building improve your range of motion. Improving oxygen flow is known to reduce Cortisol levels, or the stress hormone, in the body.
Plus, after such awesome workouts, you’ll sleep better too.
Make Friends, In Your First Class.
One of the things people from all over Middlebury love about our martial arts classes is the community. This isn’t some ‘tough guy’ gym where everyone wants to show off. This is a group of hard-working, kind, focused adults. We all want to have fun, get fit, get safe, and improve our lives.
Having a supportive community of friends who share your goals is so powerful. It’s one of the biggest “hacks” to reaching your goals.
Get a Life-Changing Adult Martial Arts Class in Middlebury... Plus a FREE Uniform With Sign-Up!... COMPLETELY FREE!
Plus, Your Child Will Gain...
Full-Body Fitness
Our Middlebury adult martial arts classes work you from head to toe, in every class. Build muscle and burn fat everywhere.
Core & Ab Strength
Nearly every martial arts technique starts at your core. Your core will get stronger, which can also alleviate back, neck, leg, and shoulder pain. A lot of times, pain comes from the rest of our body making up for our cores.
Confidence
As you master our adult martial arts techniques you may have thought were impossible, make friends, smash your goals, and get fit, your confidence will soar. This pours into your relationships, your career, your friendships, and your family life.
Stress Relief
Fewer things in life melt stress more than martial arts. Come with all your troubles, leave carefree.
Discipline
In our Middlebury martial arts training, your practice and hard work build focus & discipline. This discipline lets you get more done in your life outside our school, too. Become a well-oiled, focused machine in your career and at home.
Community
At Middlebury Martial Arts Academy in Middlebury, we are focused on uniting kids and parents. We support each other, cheer each other on, and help each other grow. Our tight-knit community will welcome you openly. We can’t wait.
Mentorship & Guidance
Our instructors care. A lot. They’ll help your child dig deep to find the strength and courage to tackle all of their goals and discover their strength. Martial arts have provided guidance for millions of kids over thousands of years. Let’s help your child, too.
FUN
Our martial arts classes are packed with action & fun. The more fun you have, the more you want to train, and the faster you get results. Every class is full of smiles and laughter.
Get Fitter, Safer, & Stronger With Martial Arts
What Can Your Middlebury Kids Martial Arts Program Help With?
Improved Motor Skills
Improved Listening & Behavior
Management of ADD/ADHD
Improved Concentration
Improved Fitness
Improved Coordination & Balance
Increased Strength
Increased Athletic Ability
Improved Social Skills
Increased Confidence & Self-Esteem
And of course… FUN!
What Our Students Say
Marta N.
My 8-year-old daughter has been training at Middlebury Martial Arts Academy for over a year now, starting as a white belt and proudly earning her green belt. The progress she’s made has been incredible—not just in martial arts skills, but also in confidence, focus, and discipline. The instructors are supportive, encouraging, and great with kids. She’s also had the opportunity to participate in several tournaments, which have been fun, well-organized, and great learning experiences. We’re so grateful for the positive environment and the growth we’ve seen in her. One of many best parts is that she’s made a bunch of great friends along the way, and she genuinely looks forward to every class. We definitely recommend MMAA to any parent looking to build both strength and character in their child!
Sally R.
This place is wonderful—such great teaching and mentoring. Highly recommend!
Rebecca T
Middlebury Martial Arts Academy is a wonderful experience for all ages and skill levels! We can not speak highly enough of the studio.
Paul P
The place is great to teach your child responsibility and commitment. Our daughter has been going here for over. A year and we can see the growth in her. I recommend to everyone giving it a try for all ages
LV P
My daughter started her karate adventure when she was just 3.5yrs old, first in a little dragons class and now she is about to move to the green belt level. We enjoy watching her practice and execute all the moves and see how disciplined and confident she became, both in the karate studio and at school. Joining karate with Middlebury Martial Arts Academy was the right decision.
Lika B
The best martial arts studio!
Its the Will. Not the Skill
Build Self-Discipline
Your starting fitness and skill levels don’t matter – as long as you put in the effort in every class, you’ll see results.
Gain Confidence
When you step out of your comfort zone in our classes, you allow space for unshakable confidence to grow.
Improve Focus
Mindfulness practices don’t go away when you step off the mat. The skills you gain in class flow into everything you do.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Most frequent questions and answers about our martial arts program
Does Martial Arts Training Ever Turn Kids Into Bullies? Bullies are rooted in insecurity and fear. But our Middlebury kids martial arts classes grow confidence, focus, and respect. And our group training builds positive social skills and confidence. So long story short: No! Your child won’t become a bully, and there are no bullies in our classes either!
Should Parents Stay And Watch? That is up to you! If you need some ‘me time’ — go grab a coffee and relax. Your child is in great hands. If you’d like to stay and observe, you’re welcome to do that as well, and make friends with the other parents. We’ve got a great community here in our Middlebury martial arts school and can’t wait for you to become part of it.
Do I Need To Be Fit For This? No way! Some folks come to us who have never exercised in their lives. Others have athlete-level fitness. That’s the beauty of martial arts — everyone starts at the same place. And although you’re in a group setting, you’re on your own personal journey. Some people advance faster than others. Every pace is okay. There’s no ego here in our Middlebury kids and adult martial arts classes. Just support and positivity.
How Long Until I Get My Black Belt? There is no real answer for this! And we’d urge you to be cautious of any school that gives you one. The truth is, the path to black belt is a deeply personal and individual journey. Some folks have natural talent and practice hard every day. Other people need to spend more time building coordination and fitness. It’s not about getting to black belt, it’s about you becoming a better version of yourself along the way. As you train, overcome obstacles, make friends, find support — you’ll become a stronger you, inside and out. And our instructors here at Middlebury Martial Arts Academy Middlebury are committed to you every step.
How Do I Claim My Limited-Time Offer? Assuming all spots are not taken — claiming your amazing web special is easy. 1) Scroll to the top of this page and fill out the form. Or… 2) Click to access any of our program-specific pages, and fill out the form on that page. Or… 3) Give us a call at 203-527-5547! We’re happy to sign you up over the phone too! Spots are limited so please hurry. We’d hate to see you miss out.
What Do I Need To Bring To My First Martial Arts Lesson? For your first martial arts class here at Middlebury Martial Arts Academy in Middlebury, you’ll only need a few things: comfy clothes, and an open mind. It’s perfectly natural to be nervous your first time, too. Happens to everyone! As soon as you see how kind and welcoming our community here is, that will disappear.
I'm Not Very Sporty Or Coordinated, Will That Be A Problem? Not at all! Middlebury men, women, and children of all fitness levels come to us, whether it’s for kids or adult martial arts. Come as you are! Some of our top students were unfit and uncoordinated at first. Now they’re performing techniques they never dreamed possible. The confidence they gained realizing what they were capable of is the biggest gift of the process. All you have to do is show up. We’ll take care of the rest.