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Preschool Martial Arts
in Abingdon

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


- Ages 3-5 -

Kids Martial Arts
in Abingdon

Our kids martial arts program in Abingdon gives your child the tools they need to protect themselves with self defense, but it also equips them with incredible life skills like focus, discipline, respect, and more! Watch them improve in school, too!

- Ages 6-10 -

Teen & Adult Krav Maga
in Abingdon

Great friends, great fun- crush your fitness goals with our teen & adult Krav Maga classes in Abingdon. Learn self defense skills and martial arts together while having a ton of fun. No more boring workouts!

- Ages 16+ -

Teen Japanese Jujutsu
in Abingdon

The ultimate tech alternative that gets teens active, engaged, and it helps them feel confident too. Help your teen make friends and get off their screens with our teen Japanese Jujutsu classes in Abingdon!


- Ages 11-15 -

Traditional Japanese Jujutsu
in Abingdon

Learn to protect yourself and those you love - even from attackers who are bigger and stronger than you. Learn Traditional Japanese Jujutsu in Abingdon with our self defense classes!

- Ages 16+ -

Corporate Self-Defense
in Abingdon

Learn to protect yourself and those you love - even from attackers who are bigger and stronger than you. Learn Corporate Self-Defense in Abingdon with our self defense classes!

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why CHOOSE Empire Dojo - Abingdon?

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  Abingdon. 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.

"Very nice family place to go. Been going for a while; the kid's programs are top-notch and have adult programs as well."

"Knowledgeable instructors, personable staff, families, and students. Very modern looking facility, and my kids love this place."

"Everyone is kind, encouraging, and supportive. I wouldn't trade our dojo family for anything."

"My son is enjoying a lot while learning discipline, respect, compassion, and determination."

"The staff are amazing with the students and made us feel extremely welcome and a part of the family since day 1."

About our programs

Preschool Martial Arts
in Abingdon

Discover why parents love our Preschool Martial Arts Program in Abingdon. 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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Kids Martial Arts
in Abingdon

Parents LOVE our Abingdon 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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Teen & Adult Krav Maga
in Abingdon

Our Abingdon Teen & Adult Krav Maga program combines next-level fitness with next-level FUN- no more boring workouts! It's time to switch up your routine and get the results you've been looking for in an awesome community of like-minded people.

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Teen Japanese Jujutsu
in Abingdon

Combining confidence-raising fitness and life-changing self-defense, our Abingdon teen martial arts program keeps your teen's wellness and happiness in mind. It's time to get your teenager active, making new friends and bettering themselves.


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Traditional Japanese Jujutsu
in Abingdon

Protect yourself and learn real-world Jujutsu skills with Abingdon self defense classes! Our program Traditional Japanese Jujutsu will help you develop the skills you need to defend against attackers and keep you and your loved ones safe.

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Corporate Self-Defense
in Abingdon

Protect yourself and learn real-world self defense skills with Abingdon Corporate Self-defense classes! Our program will help you develop the skills you need to defend against attackers and keep you and your loved ones safe.

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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 Abingdon 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 Empire Dojo – Abingdon Abingdon 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.  To take advantage of our limited time offer…. The fastest way is to fill in form . 

Additionally, you can always call us, we would love to chat with you about what we do, and if our Abingdon 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 Empire Dojo – Abingdon in Abingdon have 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!

Empire Dojo - Abingdon

Abingdon

We’re located at 3101 Emmorton Rd, stop by and say hello!