Best Martial Arts School in Gainesville
"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, 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 Gainesville.
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Best kids and adults martial arts center in Gainesville. See why hundreds of Gainesville residents love our martial arts classes for their kids. You’ll love our fun, friendly community of members.
Kids Krav Maga
in Gainesville
Teen Krav Maga
in Gainesville
Adult Krav Maga
in Gainesville
Kids Jiu-Jitsu
in Gainesville
Adult Jiu-Jitsu
in Gainesville
Fitness Kickboxing
in Gainesville
Women's Self-Defense
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Private Lessons
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Birthday Parties
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why CHOOSE Underground Krav Maga and Fitness?
We opened our martial arts school here in Gainesville with a simple mission: Help our community get safer, and stronger — inside and out. For thousands of years, martial arts has 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.
“Every class I attend the instructors push me to my limits both physically and mentally. Mr Ronald takes the time to ensure that everyone understands the technical portion of every move. Just from his private teachings, my technical condition for Krav Maga as improved dramatically.”
“My daughter really enjoys her classes. Krav has improved her confidence and self esteem. She is learning a lifetime of valuable lessons. The owner and staff are incredible!“
“All the instructors are professionals, have a great passion about what they do and give you the confidence and desire of wanting to go and learn more, while making the classes fun and sweaty! 😊 Best experience ever everytime!”
“Have really enjoyed almost my first full year at Underground Krav Maga. Everyone is welcoming & supportive. Instructors have made time to work with me 1:1 before and after classes. “
“Signed my kids to Underground. Great place for kids to learn self defense, exercise, and even gain social skills . The instructors have been amazing with their youth programs as they teach various age groups and keep them involved session after session.”
“Ronald made me feel relaxed and like I’m in the perfect place! He is an amazing and very passionate instructor, pushes you to do better every time and really focuses on an individual student to improve their skills with each training. “
It's 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.
About our programs
Kids Krav Maga
in Gainesville
Teen Krav Maga
in Gainesville
Adult Krav Maga
in Gainesville
Kids Jiu-Jitsu
in Gainesville
Adult Jiu-Jitsu
in Gainesville
Fitness Kickboxing
in Gainesville
Women's Self-Defense
in Gainesville
Private Lessons
in Gainesville
Birthday Parties
in Gainesville
Frequently Asked Questions
Most frequent questions and answers about our martial arts programs
Bullies are rooted in insecurity and fear. But our Gainesville 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!
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 Gainesville martial arts school and can’t wait for you to become part of it.
No way! Some folks come to us who have never exercised in their lives. Others have athlete-levels of 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 Gainesville kids and adult martial arts classes. Just support and positivity.
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 Underground Krav Maga and Fitness Gainesville are committed to you every step.
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For your first martial arts class here at Underground Krav Maga and Fitness in Gainesville you’ll only need a few things: comfy clothes, a water bottle, 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.
Not at all! Gainesville 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.