"An amazing experience." We transform kids into leaders full of discipline and focus. We help adults get fit and safe, fast. And we do it with FUN classes, an amazing community, and action-packed martial arts. Try us risk-free today. Start your journey to a better you with the best martial arts training in Middlebury.
Best Martial Arts School in Middlebury
Proudly serving students from Middlebury, Southbury, Woodbury, Waterbury, Watertown, and Naugatuck.
Best kids and adults martial arts center in Middlebury. See why hundreds of Middlebury residents love our martial arts classes for their kids. You’ll love our fun, friendly community of members.
Explore our programs
Preschool Martial Arts
Fun fitness builds motor skills and coordination. Group games & activities grow positive social skills. Caring instructors provide mentorship & guidance. If you have a preschool-aged child here in Middlebury, prepare to be amazed with our martial arts classes.
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Kids Martial Arts
Get ready to see your child grow. Our kids martial arts classes build character. Every fun, action-packed class grows focus, discipline, confidence, and respect. Watch as your child transforms, becoming their best selves. There's no other Middlebury kids martial arts program like it.
Teen Martial Arts
Let's grow your teen's confidence, discipline, focus, and respect in our amazing Middlebury teen martial arts classes. Passionate instructors guide your teen to becoming their best selves. And at the same time, your child will get fitter, stronger, more focused, more disciplined, and ready to take on life.
Adult Martial Arts
Let's get you fit, fast. And give you real-world tactics to keep you safe. Our adult martial arts classes here in Middlebury are so fun, they're addicting. Our amazing community of kind men & women welcomes you. Friendships are born in every class. And your confidence will soar as you accomplish so much, so fast.
Why Choose Middlebury Martial Arts Academy?
We opened our martial arts school here in Middlebury with a simple mission: Help our community get safer, and stronger — inside and out. For thousands of years, martial arts have helped millions of people become their best selves. As you master the techniques, train hard, form bonds with your classmates — you transform on the inside too. Your confidence grows. Your focus grows. Your discipline grows. You’re able to achieve more in your day-to-day life.
Kids do better in school and find it easier to make friends and socialize. Adults focus more intently on their careers, relationships, and family. And knowing that you have the skills to keep you and your loved ones safe gives peace of mind. We’re committed to our community, and to you. Come try us out with our amazing web special and see for yourself today.
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.
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.