Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Pineville / Matthews & Charlottesville's Best Martial Arts SCHOOL

Find out why so many people in Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Pineville / Matthews, & Charlottesville turn to UpLevel Martial Arts for their martial arts training. Parents just like you have discovered how to maximize their child's potential and accelerate their development! Request more information or get started today with our exclusive online only offer!

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Preschool Martial Arts
in Ballantyne, Fort Mill & Charlottesville

The perfect blend of building gross motor skills and having TONS of fun! Our preschool martial arts program in Ballantyne, Fort Mill & Charlottesville gives your little one the tools they need to prepare for school and life.




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Family Martial Arts
in Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Pineville / Matthews & Charlottesville

The perfect family activity! Families bond over shared challenges, fun activities and games, and deep life lessons. Our family martial arts classes in Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Pineville / Matthews & Charlottesville aren't just about powerful self-defense… or an amazing workout… It’s about a way of life that your family will treasure.

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Birthday Parties
in Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Pineville / Matthews & Charlottesville

Stop trying to reinvent the wheel, Birthday parties should be fun, not a ton of work! Enjoy watching your kids have fun!

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Summer Camp
in Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Pineville / Matthews & Charlottesville

This summer, give your child an experience they won't forget. Martial arts changes lives.

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why CHOOSE UpLevel Martial Arts?

Since we’ve opened, we’ve been dedicated to changing the lives of people one person at a time, through martial arts, education and coaching. We strive to provide a safe, comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for all students and family members in Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Pineville / Matthews, & Charlottesville. We take pride in creating an environment for individuals to achieve, develop and succeed in their personal goals.

We strongly believe that martial arts can be for everyone, regardless of age, gender or experience levels. Throughout all of our programs, students will not only learn the necessary skill sets to protect themselves, we stand behind our realistic and practical approach, confident it will enable every member to achieve greatness and live their best life.

"Great experience for the family. We love it here."

"Most importantly they made my son feel so special! He truly had an incredible birthday party thanks to the staff."

"Great place for families and friends alike to come and partake in this wonderful school of life. go UpLevel!"

"We absolutely recommend it, our 4 year old has excelled with every class and we just love all the instructors they are so Intune with each child and show so much love to all"

"Mr. Chad are incredibly patient, friendly and hard working. We thoroughly enjoy every class and look forward to the ongoing pursuit for black belt excellence!"

"Our children are extremely active, very respectful, and their confidence has soared!"

"This program helps build confidence and leadership in the community, and with their peers."

"We can enjoy a fun, exciting, family activity on a regular basis that keeps us challenged and engaged."

"She has gained in physical strength, mental focus, self-confidence and her desire to serve others."

"The leaders and instructors love my children and have taught them so much. Confidence, leadership, discipline and martial arts."

About our programs

Preschool Martial Arts
in Ballantyne, Fort Mill & Charlottesville

Discover why parents love our Preschool Martial Arts Program in Ballantyne, Fort Mill & Charlottesville. It's the perfect blend of gross motor skills, personal development, and character enrichment, and gives your little one an edge when they enter a busy school setting.



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Family Martial Arts
in Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Pineville / Matthews & Charlottesville

Our Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Pineville / Matthews & Charlottesville family martial arts classes are the perfect activity for the whole family! We teach life-saving self defense in a FUN community setting with amazing, supportive instructors that will help you achieve your fitness and personal goals. It's a way of life for so many Ballantyne families- make it yours, too!

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Birthday Parties
in Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Pineville / Matthews & Charlottesville

When we say we have the best birthday parties in Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Pineville / Matthews & Charlottesville, we mean it. Give your child the perfect party, while you enjoy a stress free day. Your child will thank you later, we guarantee it!

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Summer Camp
in Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Pineville / Matthews & Charlottesville

Discover why Parents in Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Pineville / Matthews & Charlottesville love our Kids Martial Arts Summer Camps. Give your child an experience they won't forget. Martial arts changes lives.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Most frequent questions and answers about our Martial Arts Programs

We find that our students become more confident to stand up to bullies and have more humility and kindness to others through their martial arts lessons.

We encourage parents to watch their children in their kids martial arts lessons. We love parents getting involved! And so do their kids.  Even better… join into some of our martial arts classes for adults. Your kids will love that you have something in common. It will build a strong family bond!

Additionally, if you wanted some ‘me-time’?  Simply drop them off, and go grab a coffee.  They will greet you with a huge smile when you return, because they had SO much fun!

No, not at all! We find that people start at varying fitness levels. But, you will find that you do get fit by doing our Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Pineville / Matthews, Indian Land & Charlottesville martial arts classes. Isn’t that the point though? A fun workout that gets results!

Truthfully, the journey to black belt is an individual one. Everyone can progress at a different pace. There is no judgement on students for how long it does take. What we can tell you, is that it is SO WORTHWHILE! 

The self defense skills you will master can truly be life-saving!
However, the other benefits of striving for black belt, like perseverance, never giving up, commitment and self discipline lead to life-long success.

You will find that your instructors at UpLevel Martial Arts Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Pineville / Matthews, Indian Land & Charlottesville are dedicated to helping you on your journey to black belt or whatever your personal goal may be.

We do only have a certain amount of space in our martial arts training area.  Take advantage of our limited time offer… The fastest way is to fill in the form. 

Additionally, you can always call us, we would love to chat with you about what we do, and if our Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Pineville / Matthews, Indian Land & Charlottesville martial arts classes would be a great fit for you and your family!

Make sure you wear comfortable clothes you can do sport in!  Not really suitable to practice kicks in a skirt.😳

Be sure to bring a water bottle to your martial arts classes. You will find UpLevel Martial Arts in Ballantyne, Fort Mill, Pineville / Matthews, Indian Land & Charlottesville has martial arts classes for kids and adults that are a great workout and lots of fun! Most students are grinning from ear to ear by the end of the class. I am sure you will be too!

Not at all. In fact, many students starting in our adult martial arts classes would describe themselves like that before they started. So you will fit right in!

Give yourself some time, and you will be astounded at how much you improve!  You’ll find that our very experienced martial arts instructors, are trained to keep their teaching simple. So even the most uncoordinated person will develop ‘ninja-like’ skills! Come see for yourself!

UpLevel Martial Arts

Ballantyne

We’re located at 16131 Lancaster Hwy, Charlotte, stop by and say hello!

UpLevel Martial Arts

Fort Mill

We’re located at Stonecrest Blvd Suite 110, Tega Cay, stop by and say hello!

UpLevel Martial Arts

Charlottesville

We’re located at 460 Twentyninth Place Court, stop by and say hello!

UpLevel Martial Arts

Pineville / Matthews

We’re located at 9217 Baybrook Ln G, Charlotte, stop by and say hello!