Reviews

We first discovered Premier Martial Arts through the City’s summer camp program two years ago, and their upbeat, engaging style immediately stood out. Though our busy lives kept us from signing up right away, when we started looking for a school for our 8-year-old daughter in August 2024, we tried several other places. None of them "clicked"—until she remembered how much she loved that summer camp. Within one minute of her trial at the studio, she was sold. Fast forward to today: she is a Brown Belt, a confident tournament competitor, and has received so much praise for her progress. While sparring isn't her favorite, she absolutely loves every other aspect. I’ve seen incredible improvements in her athleticism, weapons handling, kicks, and most importantly, her self-confidence. The team here is world-class. Mr. Anthony, the head instructor, is incredibly impressive—he has the patience and understanding of a parent with five kids! Ms. Madi is hands-down the most dedicated manager I’ve ever met; she truly is the heart of PMA. It’s clear the owners are highly involved and have a gift for selecting the right team. My only "wish" is for a larger studio space! It’s getting a bit tight, and a layout with more seating for parents and a bit more privacy for the "self-conscious" kids during practice would be amazing. That said, we love this community of staff and parents. Highly recommend!

Me and my husband have been enjoying our journey with Premier Martial Arts in the McAllen Area especially seeing our daughter every Monday and Wednesday having fun but determined to learn and focus. because ever since the start of her journey the Instructors that she’s known from class especially Mrs. Tabitha inspired her to get a black belt with her name on it but also to have the passion about martial arts so she could know how to self discipline herself in the future so as a ninja she can’t wait to learn more to become one of them one day. I totally recommend this place if you want your child to have a fun but respectful disciplined experience 🤍💚🥋

Very good with kids! Patient and engaged My son is always excited to go to class!

Could not be happier with our experience for our 3 & 5 year old. We love Parker's approach to teaching martial arts along with a message of non-violence. The kids learn physical skills in self defense & fitness while also talking a lot about respect for themselves and others. As a parent, I love observing (and learning from) how the teachers keep my tiny/crazy humans engaged the whole class. It's fun!

Premiere Martial Arts has made the biggest changed for our family and our daughter who is currently a student. From birth she had problems with her legs and when things were going good she ended up breaking one of her legs. Which was a big set back but she was always a warrior. When we decided to try PMA we were very nervous for her because we knew she wouldn’t be like the other kids. PMA has not only helped her build strength in her legs but built strength in her everyday life. This is the biggest blessing we never saw coming. Thank you PMA GEEYAHHH!!

Premier Martial Arts is a great place that teaches important life skills in addition to martial arts. The instructors are excellent and they make the classes fun as well. They are all very positive and helpful! We have only good things to say about this place!!!

Premier Martial Arts 🥋 Is Best of the Best !! My son Gage is now a Black belt and I owe it all to the staff. PMA is a home away from Home!! Would ask for a better place to be!!!!💚🥋💚🥋

We absolutely love Premier Martial Arts! The staff and instructors are truly incredible—patient, encouraging, and genuinely invested in every child’s growth and success. Since joining, my daughter’s confidence has grown 100%.

Love Premier Martial Arts!!!The instructors and staff are Awesome!!!My son has learned so much and has come a long way. We are so proud of everything he has accomplished at Premier Martial Arts!!!Thank you Premier Martial Arts for always being there for this journey!!!

They have such a great staff. They are all great with the kids. My son absolutely loves it and he is so much more confident.

Amazing and friendly staff! I have seen a difference in my son as far as discipline and focus, he enjoys going to each class.

The best PMA school in Corpus Christi ! It’s a family, a community, that teaches our kids to be better human beings, through discipline and kindness… I’m so glad we decided to join the PMA team!!! Winners never quit! We choose to win!!! 🥇

PMA has been nothing, but blessings to our family. Before my son joined, we struggled with his behavior at school and at home. I thought that joining Martial Arts would make his anger issues worse, but he has learned so much about discipline, self-confidence, and about accountability. The staff is so loving and helpful. Every month they have a theme they focus on and as a family it has helped us learn to do things together and have hard, but important conversations. I can’t wait to see where this year takes us! Thank you so much PMA family 💚

I highly recommend Premier Martial Arts - Folsom! The instructors are professional, patient, and great with both kids and adults. The environment is clean, positive, and very motivating. You can really see the focus on discipline, confidence, and respect. It’s a wonderful place to learn martial arts and build character. We’ve had a great experience here!

My son has been coming to PMA for over three years. It has been an awesome experience. The instructors are wonderful! We love it here!

Premier Martial Arts has been such a positive experience on our entire family! The people are great!

My son is loving PMA. We did a trial class and he was hooked. Its amazing to watch him grow and strengthen his skills in class. He loves his instructors for being caring, fun and modeling all the expectations during class. They offer Parent's Night Out and I'm pretty he hasn't missed one yet! Proud to be part of the PMA family!

It's now Element MMA. It's been a great experience for our child. Trains good principles along with the martial arts. Eli is patient and thorough and great at helping the kids learn and overcome difficulties.

We couldn't be happier with Premier Material Art. My child will start her 6 month and can’t wait for a change in their confidence and focus is incredible. It feels like a community here rather than just a gym. Every nice people here Highly recommend for any parents looking to get their kids into martial arts!

I love Premier Martial Arts! My 10 year old is in the black belt program and he’s learning so much! Respect, courage, self esteem and most of all how to protect himself. Give it a try! Your kids will love it!

It's a Awesome location that has given our son a positive impact. He really loves attending the classes.

We had an amazing experience at Premier Martial Arts for our son’s 5th birthday party! From start to finish, the staff were phenomenal and truly made the day unforgettable for him. Coach Ali and Ali 2.0 were incredible: high-energy, patient, and experts at engaging young kids while always keeping safety front and center. During the party, the kids learned real martial arts moves, played fun and interactive games, and stayed fully engaged the entire time. A huge highlight was when the birthday boy got to karate-chop a board and even cut his birthday cake with a sword—talk about a core memory! Our son felt so special and celebrated. We’re so impressed with the experience that we’re already looking forward to enrolling him in classes. Highly recommend Premier Martial Arts for birthday parties and beyond!

We’ve had the opportunity to be a part of Premier Martial Arts since 2024 and the experience has been amazing. I highly recommend enrolling your little one. The instructors are awesome!

PMA is the BEST Team in the RGV! My Grandson attends PMA McAllen and this is the best decision our daugter made for him. The instructors are incredible! They treat our children with the utmost care and respect.

My son started in May of 2025 and he wasn’t very confident or social. In the almost four months he has been there I see him being more social. He’s also more confident in volunteering to show something and his martial art skills. Mr. Gonzalez, Mr. Jones and Ms. Martin are all great instructors.

We have been coming to Premier Martial Arts for over a year and have thoroughly enjoyed our experiences. The instructors are engaging, knowledgeable, and always positive.

We absolutely love the structure and training of this program. The encouragement, discipline, and genuine dedication to each student are exceptional. It’s been wonderful to see our son’s confidence and technique improve week by week. He truly loves karate.

I have noticed such an improvement in my daughters confidence and attitude since she started 9 months ago. Her instructors are very attentive to what each child needs and where they can improve. They care about each child as an individual and they definitely make it fun as well as educational. I would 100% recommend this school to anyone interested.

Amazing seen a Big Difference in my Daughter's attitude and of course Coach Gonzalez and Coach Jones are really Knowledgeable and helpful with the Teachings and Learning of Martial Arts and Life

Coach Aaron is great with the kids. Our son started at 5y4m old and has been there for 18 months as of Feb 2026. He started with Coach Josh for 10 months and then Coach Aaron replaced him in June 2025. We can only speak to the 5-8 year-old class. They learn self-confidence, self-discipline, teamwork, respect, and get a great workout while learning practical self-defense techniques (e.g. not multiple locks or takedowns to the ground like a lot of BJJ schools but more focused on striking and defense). And most importantly, agree or disagree, right or wrong; we don't want our kid taking unnecessary head shots even with headgear regardless of how hard even with wearing gloves and a helmet (only for Blackbelt Program and above; the Basic Program and classes do not spar so no worry). Coach Aaron recognized my concern and adjusted the under-8 kids classes to avoid this as the kids at that age lack self-control (had it continued we would have pulled our kid out and went elsewhere). Again, maybe we are too paranoid about the brain sloshing around unnecessarily. We 100% recommend this school and once our daughter is old enough we plan to enroll her.

Great place!

We love Premier Martial Arts! They have such a well rounded program. Besides martial arts, they also instill confidence and teach respect. Our son has made great progress since starting. Sensei Brown and Sensei Kenny are both wonderful and caring! I highly recommend Premier Martial Arts!

Amazing place!

We're happy to have my daughter practicing martial arts @ Premier. She has learned so much from Sensi Kenny. 5 Stars for a positive learning environment.

This school is closed now, but Instructor Deven has opened his own studio very close by. Check out Bushi Kai Action Academy! He trains everything from Fitness Kickboxing to Self Defense to more traditional and comprehensive martial arts systems, and even a demonstration/competition team. There's a program for everyone, even if you've never had previous experience, (like me when I discovered Premier). Bushi Kai Action Academy improves on everything Premier was accomplishing!

We are so happy that we found Premier Martial Arts! Our daughter has been at this dojo for almost a year and loves it! Class is fun & engaging. We love the lifelong skills that are also taught and practiced (discipline, persistence, patience, responsibility to just name a few). The senseis are kind, consistent, & fun. They meet each child where they are at and teach from there. We appreciate that their teaching is age appropriate and that they challenge each student. We couldn’t be happier! If you are looking for a martial arts studio this is a great place to attend! It really is a martial arts family.

Very good family Dojo! We have enjoyed everything about coach Parker & crew! Premier is the place to be 🙌 Best Dann & Susan

This is an excellent martial arts school with two dedicated sensei, Erik and Damon. Both bring their own strengths to the training—Erik has a slightly more liberal approach, while Damon is more traditional and structured. Together, they create a balanced environment that truly benefits the students. I’m seeing the kids actively applying what they learn in class to their daily activities — showing better discipline, stronger focus, and growing confidence in everything they do. Their overall strength and mindset have noticeably improved. Their class planning and teaching strategies for kids are thoughtful, well‑organized, and genuinely effective. I highly recommend this school to anyone looking for strong martial arts training and meaningful character development.

We've been coming to class for about 3 months now and it's been a great experience! All of the instructors are very knowledgeable, attentive, and above all patient. Definitely looking like this will be my son's long term class.

This is a karate class, and Leo has learned so much since being here especially discipline and focus. I’ve seen real growth in him, not just physically but mentally as well. I would absolutely recommend this class to anyone. I’m just counting down the days until my twins are old enough to join too.

I have loved watching the confidence in my child bloom with the compassionate incredible staff that takes the time to get to know there students. The classes are fun and is taught in a way that keeps my child wanting to come back. The staff have gone above and beyond to show they care about there students mental and physical well being.

I have seen the great work they do with kids

My son started here in their earliest program and we continue to enjoy it and see value in the school. The teachers are excellent.

If you want a super fun, action-packed birthday party for your son or daughter, this is the place! The Heights location easily accommodated 20–25 kids on the mat, with multiple coaches who kept everyone engaged, focused, and moving the entire time. From warm-ups and an obstacle course to games, board breaking, and learning awesome martial arts moves, the party was a huge hit. It was the perfect indoor birthday party venue for our group of 5–6-year-olds! The guys were a big help with setup and clean up and made the party a breeze. 10 stars not 5!!!

My daughters (4 and 5) love going to Premiere every week. The instructors Joey and Collette are top notch! They are strict enough with the kids, but also playful enough that keeps them engaged in the whole class. I especially love the self defense curriculum- knowing my kiddos are learning how to protect themselves is priceless. I love that my kiddos look forward to a new belt and work hard to earn it! 100% recommend to anyone looking to start their kiddos in karate!

Our five year old son started here about 4 months ago and we’re very happy with the experience. He loves coming to every class. Instructors Joey and Collette are incredible with the kids. The studio is also very clean and organized. Definitely recommend!

Sensei Luke is a great trainer and very good with the kids. He not only teaches self defense skills at the highest level, he teaches life skills as well. My grandson Lucas has learned so much in the last 2 years and he came in with 4 years experience from another great out of state school. I would highly recommend Myers PMA to anyone interested in starting in their martial arts career. You won't be disappointed!

Luke and his staff do a phenomenal job putting on quality classes and setting high expectations. They also genuinely care about each and every student! Highly recommend!

Love this place! My four sons and I take lessons here and love it. The people there are great and they don't pull any punches (dad joke intended!).

Premier martial arts has been fantastic for our kid, his discipline at home and school is much better since he joined Premier. In addition his physical strength and mental concentration is getting better every day. We strongly recommend Premier Martial Arts of Austell to any parent. The owner and instructors have the best interest of the student's at heart. Our family love this guy's.

My son really likes this place. He only goes once a week but is a fast learner. They have a lot of community events as well.

I truly appreciate all the coaches who have made an effort to accommodate my kid,who is sound sensitive.

Absolutely love this school! The coaches are so enthusiastic and supportive and treat all their students with so much kindness and love! It's clear to see the passion they have for their work and it reflects on their students as well. I've been very proud of my 4 year old son's progress over the past 6 months and can't wait to see him develop more under their guidance. Great work and thank you!!

My family has had an excellent experience with Premier Martial Arts. My kids go twice a week and always look forward to their classes. The instructors are professional, patient, and great at keeping the kids engaged while teaching them respect, confidence, and self-discipline. I love seeing how much they’ve grown, not just physically but mentally as well. It’s a great program for kids. The owner Gus is also amazing! He’s very good at keeping the parents informed with schedule changes and important dates. I highly recommend it to any parent looking for a supportive and structured martial arts school.

Great experience with this franchise very much real professional and good with the kids

Wonderful place. The staff is very family oriented. They really care about the students and their parents. The students love them all. My great grandson looks forward to coming to class. He loves his instructor. I as a parent like the confidence that they instill in the students. He enjoys all of the extra activities that are being done.

Great community to be apart of. My son has gained some much more confidence since joining.

My son has learned and grown so much after starting Premier Martial Arts. Thank you, Sensei John and staff, for all the effort and attention you give to our kiddos.

Started coming here a year ago. I can see the progress my son has made since he started learning karate at this location. He has learn to calm himself and has helped build his confidence. Fully recommend learning at this location

Friendly and knowledgeable staff. The staff really foster working together among the students.

This martial arts studio is fantastic. The owner is approachable, kind, and professional ALWAYS. The instructors are equally invested and strive for excellence at all times. My son has significant anxiety and he’s been able to stick with this program and has gained self confidence, emotional control, and has received consistent role modeling from teachers, as well as from the older students at the studios. Excellent program for all ages, from young children to teens & adults.

Our experience with PMA has been amazing. Our grandson just loves taking classes here. His focus and confidence has improved so much, he looks forward to class and walks around the house doing his moves. It’s so nice to see him love something so much. I feel this is due to the instruction and patience of his instructors.

My son started when he was four, and he just turned six. Over the past two years, I’ve seen him grow in confidence and develop strong self-discipline. Sensei Erik and Sensei Demon are truly the best. They are incredibly patient, kind, and skilled at blending discipline with genuine care. They create a positive and encouraging environment where children feel supported while also learning respect and focus. My son looks forward to every class, and we are so grateful to be part of this martial arts community!

We love the experience at PMA Okemos! My son is becoming more confident and building his awesome skillset under the supportive guidance of Sensei Damon and Sensei Eric. Thanks for all you do!

My family and I have been members of the PMA Okemos community for the past three years, during which we have observed significant progress and development in our two children. In addition to enhanced self-confidence and self-esteem, they have demonstrated growth in respect, responsibility, teamwork, loyalty, and commitment. We participate in classes twice weekly, which has proven beneficial for improving physical fitness, agility, and balance. The curriculum offers instruction in martial arts combinations, weapons training, sparring, and self-defense; as a parent, I particularly value the emphasis on self-defense. The dojo organizes monthly Parent’s Night Out events, providing themed activities for children in a supervised setting. These gatherings are highly enjoyed by the kids. Every quarter, PMA Okemos conducts a belt graduation ceremony, showcasing students' achievements as they advance to their next rank. Additionally, the dojo hosts several tournaments annually, offering students opportunities to measure their skills against peers from different classes and further develop their abilities in martial arts. Over the past three years, I have also noticed considerable growth among the sensei, particularly in their communication with both students and parents and in their overall class management. The dojo always welcomes feedback from both students and parents, and I am pleased with the continued improvements within the program.

My son and I have had such a wonderful experience through Premier martial arts. Thank you so much to send Lyndsey and sensei Jordan for being so awesome huge recommendation.

They do awesome working with the kids! Very patient yet firm with expectations, teaching respect, self discipline, listening etc...

I continue to be impressed with the level of confidence this program has given my grandsons. Also, excellent life skills training. I visit from Minnesota, and both senseis remember me with respect each time I’m in Okemos.

We’ve had such a great experience at this martial arts studio. The instructors are amazing with kids and really understand that every child learns differently. They give very personalized instruction and make sure each kid is engaged, learning, and moving forward. They’re structured and firm, but also very encouraging. I was a little hesitant at first because I’d seen other programs where kids spend a lot of time waiting or just watching, but that hasn’t been the case at all here. The classes are well paced and keep my child involved the entire time. There’s also an optional black belt class that focuses on sparring and weapons, which gives kids hands-on self-defense training in a safe and controlled way. Since starting, my 7-year-old has gained so much discipline, confidence, and personal responsibility. He knows his progress depends on his own effort and is incredibly proud of himself. The class length is just right, and the instructors really take the time to get to know each child. I would absolutely recommend this program to any parent — especially if you have an energetic, wiggly kid who needs structure in a positive environment.

Awesome presentation by Mr. Eric about Building Black Belts in Life!

The training of the staff is elite! Very tight family vibe!

Awesome presentation regarding Premier Martial Arts and how they Build Black Belts in Life!

Great team the staff is very knowledgeable!

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I highly recommend this dojo! My oldest son struggled with anxiety and low confidence. We have now been with Premier Martial Arts for almost 2 years and he’s a different kid. Confident, motivated and tons of positive self talk! I hope other kids find the same benefit.

My son has attended this school since they opened and we have been nothing but impressed with the level of patience and compassion each instructor shows for their students. I find value not just in the martial arts aspect but the homework and accountability they look for in the kids. I recommend Premier Martial Arts to kids of all ages and fitness abilities.

We cannot say enough good things about Premier Martial Arts Fairwood. Our 5-year-old son has been attending since August, and the transformation we’ve seen in just five short months has been nothing short of remarkable. Yes, the martial arts training itself is outstanding — he’s already learning real techniques like the roundhouse kick and has advanced a belt far sooner than we ever expected — but what truly sets PMA Fairwood apart is that this is so much more than a martial arts school. This is a place that intentionally builds character, confidence, discipline, focus, respect, and self-control in young kids in a way that actually sticks. Our son walks taller. He listens better. He shows pride in effort, not just outcome. He understands structure, patience, and accountability — all at five years old. These aren’t abstract ideas here; they’re lived values, reinforced consistently and positively every single class. The instructors are phenomenal. Sensei Martinez and Sensei Jesse are absolutely incredible with kids — firm when needed, encouraging always, and deeply invested in each student’s growth. They strike that rare balance of being respected authority figures while still making every class fun, motivating, and confidence-building. Our son adores them and looks forward to every class. David has created something truly special here. PMA Fairwood is a gem — not just for Fairwood, but for any family looking for a place that genuinely helps raise strong, kind, disciplined kids. You can feel the ethos the moment you walk in: this is about building better humans, not just better kicks and punches. Honestly, this program should be partnered with local schools — places like Ridgewood — for field days, expos, or enrichment programs. Every kid could benefit from this environment and these values. What PMA Fairwood offers complements education and parenting in the best possible way. We enrolled hoping our child would learn some martial arts. What we got instead was confidence, growth, pride, and visible maturity beyond his years. That’s priceless. If you’re on the fence — don’t be. This place is exceptional. We are beyond grateful we found Premier Martial Arts Fairwood, and we recommend it without hesitation to any parent who wants their child to thrive physically, mentally, and emotionally. Five stars isn’t enough.

My 7 year old loves it and really has improved both physically and with following directions and listening in a short period of time. He loves all of the coaches and looks forward to his class twice a week. He also just entered their black belt training and is incredibly proud of it.

My daughter has a difficult time in interacting with others. She has a condition call Sensory Perception Disorder. She hates touch, dislikes new things and situations. She has a hard time with conflicts. During her first year at PMA when they were sparring, my girl would walk around in a circle avoiding any attempt at sparring. MK has been with Premier Martial Arts of Kingwood for about 2 years and In that time frame she has learned not to be afraid to touch when she spars with others. She has learned she can defend herself. MK is a brown belt now and a week ago for the first time every without me encouraging her MK gave me a hug and her Sensei a hug because she was happy about something ( not sure what happened but I don’t care, I got a hug! PMA and each Sensei working with her are fantastic.

We joined when my son was 3. He’s a sweet boy, but shy! He hid behind me during the trial class. He was so afraid! Now, he looks up to Sensei so much. He wants to make his Sensei proud! It’s really awesome to watch him grow in so many ways. He’s stronger, channels his energy through MMA in a positive way and we see what he learns on the mat translate into home life. He has learned respect, self discipline, responsibility and so much more. I am so glad we joined and my son loves going!!

Am amazing staff school everything top tier

My son has been training here for 8 months, and it’s been an outstanding experience. This school has taught him not only self defense skills but also values, structure and responsibility. The instructors are clear and approachable, and the classes are dynamic, focused and engaging. We look forward to continuing to see my son grow in skills and character!

Great place. Great instructor. Sensei Jon is the reason we keep coming back. He truly understands kids, my son loves it. Sampling a class will hook you.

Excelente lugar mi hijo lo disfruta mucho

Corrects mistakes in a positive way Reinforces self discipline

We have been attending Myers PMA in Powell for 2.5 years and love it. Both of my daughters and my husband are students. Not only have they grown in their martial arts skills, but we've joined a wonderful community and made life long friends. Thank you for everything!

We’ve had an outstanding experience at Premiere Martial Arts, especially with Mr. Jordan. Teaching martial arts to 5–7 year olds is not easy, and he does it exceptionally well. He truly takes the time to get to know each child and meets them where they are. Both of my girls were very nervous about starting martial arts, and Mr. Jordan has been incredibly patient, supportive, and encouraging. He has helped build their confidence while still keeping classes structured and fun. What started as something I was pushing them to attend has genuinely become one of the highlights of their week. The rest of the staff is excellent as well. Ms. Monique and Bryce are always welcoming, professional, and great with the kids. You can tell this is a team that really cares. Highly recommend Premiere Martial Arts for families looking for a positive, confidence-building environment for their kids.

I really like this martial arts! It taught my child a lot how to defend himself in the real world.