Martial Arts World is a trusted martial arts school in Downtown Orlando, proudly serving the community for over 40 years. We offer a safe, family-friendly environment where kids and adults build strength, confidence, discipline, and respect through quality martial arts training and personal growth.


Martial Arts World is a premier martial arts school located in Downtown Orlando, proudly serving the community for over 40 years. We focus on developing the whole individual—physically, mentally, and emotionally—through structured training in a safe, family-friendly environment that builds confidence, discipline, and respect on and off the mat.
MAW offers comprehensive martial arts programs for adults, families, teens, and children, tailored to every stage of life. Our structured system emphasizes personal growth, accountability, and measurable progress, setting us apart from other martial arts schools for decades.
Our programs for adults, family, teens, and children are led by experienced instructors who tailor training to individual goals. Adults build healthy bodies through improved strength, flexibility, endurance, focus, and practical self-defense. Teens develop confidence, discipline, and leadership, while children gain respect, focus, and self-control in a positive environment—all supported by a proven, family-trusted curriculum
What truly distinguishes Martial Arts World is our commitment to maintaining the best curriculum in martial arts. Developed and improved over decades of instruction and real-world application, our system ensures consistency, progression, and long-term results.
Our adult martial arts classes in Orlando are designed to help men and women improve their physical fitness, mental focus, and overall well-being in a structured and supportive environment. At Martial Arts World, adults of all experience levels can train at their own pace while developing strength, flexibility, coordination, and practical martial arts skills. Whether you want to get in shape, reduce stress, or challenge yourself, our adult martial arts program in Orlando offers an exciting and motivating environment where beginners are always welcome.
Our adult martial arts training goes far beyond a traditional workout. Each class combines physical conditioning, practical self-defense techniques, stress relief, and personal development. For adults looking for an alternative to a traditional gym, our Orlando martial arts classes provide an engaging full-body workout that improves physical health, mental sharpness, and overall quality of life.
Our family martial arts classes in Orlando bring parents and kids together to improve fitness, strengthen family bonds, and create lasting memories in a fun, supportive environment. At Martial Arts World, families of all experience levels train side by side while developing strength, flexibility, coordination, and practical martial arts skills. Whether you’re looking for a new way to stay active or spend more quality time together, our family martial arts program in Orlando welcomes beginners of all ages.
Our family martial arts training goes beyond a traditional workout. Each class combines physical conditioning with teamwork, respect, self-discipline, and practical self-defense skills. Parents and children encourage one another, celebrate achievements together, and develop healthy habits that extend beyond the mat. For families seeking an alternative to screen time, our Orlando family martial arts classes offer an exciting full-body workout that brings everyone closer together.
Our adult martial arts classes in Orlando help men and women build strength, confidence, focus, and practical self-defense skills.
Our family martial arts classes in Orlando bring parents and kids together to build strength, fitness, confidence, and discipline.
Our Orlando After School Program offers a safe, fun, and structured environment where kids develop discipline, focus, and leadership through martial arts.
Our Orlando Summer Camp gives kids a fun, structured environment to stay active, build confidence, and develop discipline, teamwork, and leadership.
Thousands of spectators and hundreds of participants for this amazing event.
Date: October 24th, 2026
Location: Thomas Dale High School
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Based on 43 reviews
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Brooke CascioTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We have been so blessed to find Martial Arts World!! I wish there were more than 5 stars to give them because our experience has been nothing short of amazing. We had some behavior challenges with our son and putting him in the after school program has given him a new sense of confidence and discipline. The staff is awesome and has partnered with us to ensure our son is learning and developing life skills such a discipline, respect and appropriate boundaries. I would highly recommend Martial Arts World and have not been able to stop telling everyone about our wonderful experience there. Thank you Martial Arts World for all that you do!Posted on Google![]()
Jorge FochezatoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Martial Arts World has been a game-changer for our family. Their summer camp and after-school program have made such a positive impact on my son. Not only is he staying active and healthy, but we’ve also seen a huge boost in his self-confidence, focus, and discipline. The instructors are incredibly supportive and truly care about each child’s development — both physically and emotionally. My son looks forward to every session and comes home excited about what he’s learned. It’s more than just martial arts — it’s life skills, respect, and a strong sense of community. We’re so grateful for everything this program has done for our child. Highly recommend Martial Arts World to any parent looking to support their child’s growth and happiness!Posted on Google![]()
Jesse MeadowTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
What a great place! We started with our first daughter in their summer camp and because of that great experience, enrolled for after school during the year as well. Its now been two years and our youngest is old enough to join her sister for their summer camp and after school programs. The training is great but it's the culture and family environment that puts MAW ahead of all others for us. From the Grandmasters to the instructors in training, everyone is passionate, dedicated, and welcoming. Highly recommend.Posted on Google![]()
Stephanie ColemanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Our son started the after school program this year and it has been amazing! I can’t speak highly enough about the staff and the programming. We have seen him develop better leadership skills, better fitness and better character. I would highly recommend Martial Arts World to anyone!Posted on Google![]()
Joel BautistaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Mi hijo es muy feliz en ese lugar, al yo ver lo mucho que mi hijo lo disfrutaba también me inscribí para formar parte de su crecimiento felicidad. Thanks Martial Art WorldPosted on Google![]()
Stephanie SiperkoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
My son and I have been training here for two years. I do the evening classes and my son does aftercare and summer camp here. Practicing the martial arts has positively impacted both of us, physically and mentally. My son has even been getting better grades in school! The entire staff is welcoming, friendly, and professional. The instructors are all fantastic, incredibly knowledgeable, and truly care about their students. Martial Arts World Orlando has become like a second home to me and I cannot recommend it highly enough!Posted on Google![]()
Sibil EdghillTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
This is an exceptional establishment!!! The kids learn discipline amongst other wonderful life values that a child should be instilled with growing up. The support they offer is top notch! I have gained so much help at home with my children due to Martial Arts world!!Posted on Google![]()
Charmell DavisTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
This is a Martial Arts school not just a program and it has changed us for the better. My little one is thriving and we got the whole family involved. My son has improved in every single way. Positive, strong, self- assured and armed with the tools for a healthy mind-set. I love this little school, the owner and the instructors.Posted on Google![]()
Michelle DodsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Martial Arts World has been so incredible for my son! Instructor Thomas and Grandmaster have been so wonderful.