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Savannah Black Belt Martial Arts Academy

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We Help Parents Raise Confident Leaders
& Adults Reach Their True Potential!

Since 1993 Savannah Black Belt Martial Arts Academy has provided its members with a road map to success based on self-defence, confidence and goal-setting skills.

912-354-5961

7720 Waters Ave, Savannah, GA 31406

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Master Jim Richard Savannah Black Belt Martial Arts Academy

Hi, I’m Master Jim Richard.

I KNOW HOW DIFFICULT AND CONFUSING
FINDING A MARTIAL ARTS SCHOOL CAN BE.

I remember when I was a child, feeling uncertainty about beginning martial arts. I wondered if I had what it took to succeed and I wasn’t the most athletic or confident child - quite the opposite. Little did I know that beginning my martial arts journey would be one of the most profound experiences of my life!

When I opened my school in 1993, I made a commitment to serving and empowering the community of Savannah by teaching children and adults the confidence, leadership, and fitness skills that can only be achieved through martial arts.

We Share & teach The Same Values You Teach At Home.

The GTMA Martial Arts programs have a strong focus on personal development. The foundations of our morals, values, and core character traits are formed in our early years. For this reason, the GTMA Martial Arts program is an essential way to enhance the growth and personal development of young students of all ages. 

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TRADITIONAL MEETS MODERN: SELF DEFENSE & AWARENESS SKILLS FOR THE REAL WORLD

You may have experienced boredom with your usual fitness routine or reached a plateau in your performance or physical fitness results. GTMA Martial Arts for adults is the perfect alternative to a boring gym routine, as it helps you develop into your maximum potential both physically and mentally by providing real-life self-defense strategies in a fun, focused environment. 

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What Makes Savannah Black Belt Martial Arts Academy Different From other Karate & Taekwondo Schools?

We focus on the personal development aspect of martial arts, not just self-defence moves.

Our instructors are all certified black belts, qualified, and professionally trained to teach martial arts.

Our facility is always clean and features a viewing area for parents, as well as matted floors throughout

The Savannah Black Belt Martial Arts Academy Promise:

To Train in the
Highest Quality Martial Arts
Program Available

To Focus On
Personal Development
in a Positive Environment

To Offer Programs
Accessible & Enjoyable
by People of Any Age

WHAT IS TAEKWONDO?

Our training curriculum is based on over 5 decades of traditional taekwondo, as well as more recent world-class martial arts systems.
The journey from White Belt to Black Belt is one of incremental learning and skill development that students of any age any fitness level can embark on.

FUN, EXCITEMENT & PREPARATION: MARTIAL ARTS TOURNAMENTS!

One of the most fun parts of martial arts training is the ability to test your skills by competing in a tournament. Tournaments are not only fun for competitors, but they also become a great social experience for parents as well!

From sparring to forms to team demos, these awesome competitions are not only a place where our students can test their skills, but also a place where team spirit is built, fears are overcome, and character is developed. Most importantly, they are tons of fun!

One more reason you will love martial arts at Savannah Black Belt Martial Arts!

  • Master Jim Richard

    Master Jim Richard

    Owner & Chief Instructor, Krav Maga Instructor

    7th Degree Black Belt

  • Mr. Joey Drescher

    Mr. Joey Drescher

    Instructor

    4th Degree Black Belt

  • Mr. Jerome Murray

    Mr. Jerome Murray

    Head Instructor & Manager

    4th Degree Black Belt

  • Mr. Taly Sapp

    Asst. Instructor

    3rd Degree Black Belt