Business Details
26 Years
experience
Empowering Martial Arts & After-School Programs in Carlsbad, CA
North County Martial Arts has been dedicated to the Carlsbad community since 2000, offering martial arts instruction and enrichment programs for all ages. Our 7,500-square-foot facility provides a welcoming environment where students develop physical fitness, mental discipline, and life skills. With over 25 years of combined experience, our team of certified instructors prioritizes personalized attention and holistic growth. We emphasize respect, resilience, and leadership in every class, serving as a women-owned business that breaks barriers in a traditionally male-dominated field.Our programs extend beyond martial arts to include after-school care and summer camps, fostering community engagement through family events and character-building activities. We maintain a structured, professional approach while ensuring safety, accountability, and fun in all our offerings. Our longevity and testimonials from families attest to our commitment to empowering individuals through martial arts and lifelong learning.
Services
Martial Arts Classes
After-School Programs
Summer Camps
Family Events
Life Skills Training
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- 25 years of dedicated service to the Carlsbad community
- Holistic approach combining martial arts with life skills development
- Women-owned school offering inclusive, empowering instruction
- Comprehensive programs for ages 3 to adult with age-appropriate curricula
- Structured after-school and summer camp programs with certified staff
Associations and certifications
- California Heritage School
What people say
Amazing studio
Great teachers
Changed my life
Excellent aftercare
Passionate staff
Services
Martial Arts Classes
Our martial arts programs teach physical techniques, mental discipline, and character development for students aged 3 to adult. Classes emphasize respect, leadership, and resilience through structured curricula tailored to different age groups. Students gain confidence while learning self-defense skills in a supportive environment that promotes lifelong growth.
After-School Programs
We provide structured after-school care with homework assistance, academic enrichment, and physical activities for TK-5th grade students. Our CPR-certified staff offers martial arts, parkour, and creative arts in a safe environment aligned with local school calendars. The program includes school pickup from six local elementary schools.
Summer Camps
Ten-week summer camps feature educational themes, field trips, and STEM activities for children of all ages. Full-day care from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM includes martial arts instruction, character development, and special events like Dress-Up Days and Park Days. Programs focus on physical activity and social skill development.
Family Events
Monthly Ninja Nights and special events encourage family participation through martial arts demonstrations and parent-child activities. These events create opportunities for community bonding while showcasing our programs' emphasis on family values and inclusive participation.
Life Skills Training
Our curriculum integrates life skills like accountability, empathy, and leadership into martial arts instruction. Students learn to apply discipline and respect in academic, home, and social settings through guided development programs that track individual progress over time.
Questions
What martial arts programs do you offer for children?
We offer Tiny Tigers (3-4), Little Dragons (5-6), Youth Martial Arts (7-12), and Teens Martial Arts (13+) programs focusing on age-appropriate skill development and character building.
Do you provide after-school care services?
Yes, our after-school program includes homework help, martial arts instruction, and enrichment activities with school pickup from six local Carlsbad elementary schools.
Are there family participation opportunities?
We host monthly Ninja Nights and special events encouraging family involvement, emphasizing our commitment to community engagement and family values.
What safety measures are in place?
Our staff includes CPR/First Aid/AED-certified instructors. We maintain structured programs with consistent adult supervision and regular safety protocols for all activities.
Do you offer summer camp programs?
Our 10-week summer camps feature educational themes, martial arts instruction, and physical activities with full-day care from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
What makes your martial arts school unique?
As a women-owned school, we provide inclusive instruction emphasizing holistic development. Our programs combine physical training with life skills development for students of all ages.
Reviews (6)
Sozucom
Jan 04, 2021
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NCMA is a great venue for our girls and our family. With excellent aftercare, play, and Karate lessons our children have thrived in this environment. They seamless transitioned to full-time care and education and our kids are still loving NCMA. It is not only great for kids but for our entire family as family participation in special events is encouraged. We look forward to the return of once a month Ninja nights that give couples the joy of alone time! NCMA 5 Stars!
Cynthia Gray
Dec 27, 2020
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From a student: The instructors teach us how to have self discipline and are a group of very committed people. From a parent: this family owned business makes our family part of their family. In this pandemic NCMA stepped up to support working parents in supporting our kids with distance learning while also providing important physical activity and social connections for our 2 daughters.
John North
Dec 15, 2020
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Our family was NCMA members for 2 years. When we joined, our oldest was 5 years old. When our youngest turned 4, he and my wife joined as well. We were active members in their programs; classes, ninja nights, testing, etc. Although it did seem like a bit of a cash grab, we gladly paid our membership dues, as well as additional charges for the events, and equipment. They even asked my wife to help instruct a new class of younger students. Once the pandemic hit, NCMA was no longer able to conduct live classes. They did eventually offer a couple virtual classes, which at the time, offered no discount
Ippolito De Luca Ippo
Nov 27, 2020
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NCMA has quickly felt like home. The instructors and staff are world class and the classes there have a GREAT balance of maintaining the traditional values of Grandmaster Hwang Kee and keeping Martial Arts fresh and relevant. PLUS theyve done a bang up job staying safely open throughout this COVID chaos. This spot, Im convinced, is THE premiere Martial Arts experience in North County San Diego.
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A. P.
Oct 08, 2020
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Thankful for NCMA - such an amazing place for martial arts, life skills, after school care, and so much more.... its literally like my sons home away from home. My son has been going to the after school care program at NCMA for over a year and he is always excited to go - mostly because the staff is amazing, they care for the kids and provide them with an environment to succeed. Communication is great and I enjoy seeing my son go through the different belts and keep on learning. During this crazy time, having a place like NCMA is a blessing. Thank you Master Jones and team.
Alicia Marie
Sep 28, 2020
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I have been training at North County Martial Arts for 20 years and have been apart of the community. North County Martial Arts is a traditional Korean Style that emphasizes on self-defense, self-discipline and forms. I started out in the traditional program. I later became apart of the Demonstration Team and Weapons Club. North County Martial Arts has many different programs making it a great option for both children and adults. I have enjoy learning both the techniques and building my endurance.
