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TaeKwonDo and BJJ for Kids and Adults in Monroe, GA

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Voted Walton County's best martial arts every year since 2018.

Become the person you know you can be, one class at a time.
Try two weeks of unlimited classes plus a FREE uniform for $47.

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Our Mission

We Inspire You to Achieve Goals and Succeed in Life

We equip kids and adults with confidence, real self-defense and a stronger body, built on Focus, Respect and Discipline.

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Find the right class

Every program starts the same way: two weeks of unlimited classes plus a FREE uniform (a FREE rashguard for Adult No-Gi BJJ), for $47.

Little Dragons in black uniforms practicing side kicks on the blue mats

Little Dragons

TaeKwonDo · Ages 5‑7

From listening the first time to taking turns, Little Dragons builds skills your child uses at school and at home. Kids 5‑7 play games, learn kicks and make friends while they practice listening and self-control.

See Little DragonsTry it, $47
Two smiling Junior TaeKwonDo students doing partner sit-ups on the blue mats

Junior TaeKwonDo

TaeKwonDo · Ages 8‑12

Watch your child earn each new belt through real effort. Junior TaeKwonDo gives kids 8‑12 clear goals, real self-defense skills and teammates who cheer them on.

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A teen TaeKwonDo student in a blue uniform striking a kick pad held by a partner

Teen & Adult TaeKwonDo

TaeKwonDo · Ages 13+

No experience needed. Coaches start you with the basics, so you can get a full-body workout, learn real self-defense and leave the stress of the day on the mat.

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A coach showing two Juniors BJJ students a position on the blue mats

Juniors BJJ

Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu · Ages 8‑12

Watch your child work through a tough position and come off the mat proud. Kids 8‑12 learn technique and leverage step by step, and how to stay calm when things get hard.

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An Adult BJJ class training in gis on the blue mats

Adult BJJ

Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu · Adults

You don't have to be athletic or experienced. Start in Beginner Fundamentals, learn practical self-defense through technique and leverage, and get a real workout you'll look forward to.

See Adult BJJTry it, $47
Two adults training No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in rashguards on the blue mats

Adult No-Gi BJJ

No-Gi Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu · Adults

Grapple in a rashguard and shorts. No-Gi is fast-paced and built on body control, and coaches walk new students through each technique step by step.

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Why families choose Motivate

Four reasons kids, teens and adults keep coming back to the mat.

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A schedule that fits family life

Classes for every age group through the week. Kids and adults can train on the same evenings. See class times.

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A positive community

Beginners and black belts train side by side. Students cheer each other on, and new families feel welcome from the first class.

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Classes they look forward to

Games, partner drills and visible wins like stripes and board breaks. Kids ask to come back, and adults find an hour that's just for them.

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You don't have to be athletic

Classes are built for regular people. Coaches start every beginner with the basics, and skills build step by step.

Try two weeks of classes for $47

Two weeks of unlimited classes plus a FREE uniform.

  1. Pick your program and book online

    Choose the class that fits and check out in a minute. We'll reach out to set up your first class.

  2. Come to your first class

    Your uniform is FREE (or a rashguard for Adult No-Gi BJJ). Wear athletic clothes you can move in, and bring a water bottle.

  3. Train as often as you like for two weeks

    Come to every class on your schedule. There's no obligation to continue. If it's a good fit, we'll go over membership options with you in person.

Pick your program

Questions? Call or text 706‑352‑1195

Why people start martial arts at Motivate

Parents and adults sign up for different reasons. Here is what we hear most.

Motivate students celebrating new belts on the blue mats

Why parents sign kids up

Self-defense and handling bulliesKids learn to use their words first, walk away, get help from an adult and protect themselves if they have to.
ConfidenceEvery new skill is a win they earned, so they feel braver trying new things.
Focus, Respect and DisciplineListening the first time, treating every partner kindly and trying again after a mistake.
Friends and funGames, partner drills and teammates their age who cheer each other on.

Why adults start

Get in shapeKicks, pads and drills work your whole body, and the hour goes fast.
Stress reliefLeave the day at the door. For one hour, it's just you, your coach and the next technique.
Self-defenseReal skills you drill with a partner every class, in TaeKwonDo or BJJ.
A team that makes it funBeginners and black belts train side by side and look out for each other.

Which class is for me?

TaeKwonDo and Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu both build fitness, confidence and real skills. They just train in different ways.

Students practicing kicks on the bags

TaeKwonDo

A stand-up martial art.

  • Kicks and strikes on pads and bags
  • Forms that build balance and memory
  • Belt-by-belt goals and a great workout
Adult BJJ students training in front of the Motivate banner

Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu

A grappling martial art.

  • Grappling and control on the ground
  • Problem-solving with a partner, using leverage
  • Steady progress through technique and practice
  • Train in a gi (Adult BJJ) or a rashguard and shorts (Adult No-Gi BJJ)

Can't decide? You don't have to. Your two-week trial lets you try both TaeKwonDo and BJJ. Questions? Call us and we'll help you choose.

What families say

Google: 5.0 ★★★★★ · 169 reviews

Facebook: 100% recommend · 212 reviews

Read our reviews on Google · Facebook

★★★★★
"We are grateful to have found Motivate Martial Arts! The instructors are incredibly kind, encouraging, and take the time to help each student. Our 10 year old son has just graduated to his yellow belt and in our short time here, we can see his confidence and self-esteem growing with every class."
Brandy · Google review
★★★★★
"My daughter has been going to Motivate since August and she absolutely loves it. She participates 3 times a week and never wants to miss it. The instructors and leaders are awesome and they teach more than martial arts. Her confidence, behavior, manners at home and school have improved."
Renee S. · Google review
★★★★★
"I love training here, the classes are awesome! I have so much fun getting in shape and learning how to defend myself. The instructors are awesome and it is always clean inside!"
Solomon J. · Google review

What to expect at your first class

768 W Spring St, Monroe. See current class times.

Arrive about 10 minutes early

Our front desk team will greet you and get you set up.

What to wear

Athletic clothes you can kick and move in. Your FREE uniform comes with the trial.

Bring a water bottle

Your child will work hard and have fun. Classes are active, so stay hydrated.

Parents are welcome

Parents are always welcome to watch classes, including the first one.

Questions families ask

Still have a question? Call or text 706‑352‑1195.

Do I need any experience?

No. Most students start as beginners. Coaches teach the basics step by step, at every age.

What should we bring to the first class?

Athletic clothes you can move in, and a water bottle. Your uniform is FREE with the trial (Adult No-Gi BJJ gets a FREE rashguard).

Can parents watch?

Yes. Parents are always welcome to watch classes.

Can I try both TaeKwonDo and BJJ?

Yes. Your two-week trial lets you try both TaeKwonDo and BJJ classes.

What happens after the two weeks?

There's no obligation to continue. If it's a good fit, we'll go over membership options with you in person.

How do belts work?

Students earn each new belt by learning the skills for that rank and showing Focus, Respect and Discipline in class. Belts recognize effort and progress. Belt testing happens every few months.

Is there a class for adult beginners?

Yes. Adults can start in our Beginner Fundamentals class, and Teen & Adult TaeKwonDo, Adult BJJ and Adult No-Gi BJJ all welcome beginners.

Can I start after 40?

Yes. Adults of every age train here. Go at your own pace, and tell your coach about any injuries so they can adjust drills for you.

Will martial arts make my child aggressive?

No. Respect is part of every class. Kids learn when to use their skills and when not to, and they grow more confident and kind.

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Need an After School Program or Summer Camp?

Motivate Academy offers FREE pickup from five Monroe schools, martial arts and Quiet Study & Reading Time, in the same building. Visit monroeafterschool.com

Ready for your first class?

Two weeks of unlimited classes plus a FREE uniform, for $47. Questions? Call 706‑352‑1195.

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