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Charlottesville's Best Martial Arts SCHOOL
Find out why so many people in Charlottesville and surrounding areas turn to Uplevel Charlottesville for their martial arts training. Parents just like you have discovered how to maximize their child's potential and accelerate their development! Families can train together to reach these goals. Request more information or get started today with our exclusive online only offer!
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Preschool Martial Arts
in Charlottesville
The perfect blend of building gross motor skills and having TONS of fun! Our preschool martial arts program in Charlottesville gives your little one the tools they need to prepare for school and life.
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Family Martial Arts
in Charlottesville
The perfect family activity! Families bond over shared challenges, fun activities and games, and deep life lessons. Our family martial arts classes in 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 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 Charlottesville
This summer, give your child an experience they won't forget.
Martial arts changes lives.
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Martial arts changes lives.
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why CHOOSE UpLevel Charlottesville?
"Our autistic 5 and 7 year old have thrived since attending thanks to the incredible supportive staff, the amazing students that treat my children with respect and friendship."
"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"
"We love that the whole family gets to participate together. The kid's self confidence had increased and our 8 year old"
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 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.
"She has gained in physical strength, mental focus, self-confidence and her desire to serve others."
"She has gained in physical strength, mental focus, self-confidence and her desire to serve others."
About our programs
Preschool Martial Arts
in Charlottesville
The perfect blend of building gross motor skills and having TONS of fun! Our preschool martial arts program in Charlottesville gives your little one the tools they need to prepare for school and life.
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Family Martial Arts
in Charlottesville
Parents LOVE our Charlottesville Kids Martial Arts program because it teaches not only self defense, but also vital life skills like focus, discipline, respect, and more! Watch your child's confidence flourish and their grades improve with this awesome Child Greatness program.
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Birthday Parties
in Charlottesville
When we say we have the best birthday parties in 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 Charlottesville
Discover why parents in 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 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 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 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 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 Charlottesville
Charlottesville
We’re located at 460 Twentyninth Place Court, Charlottesville, VA 22901, stop by and say hello!