802 Main St, Chipley, FL 32428
Discover top-tier martial arts training in Chipley: perfect for all ages & fitness levels, emphasizing self-defense, discipline, and overall well-being.
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We joined Believe Martial Arts in hopes of helping build his confidence and self-esteem. I had no idea we would also gain a family! Five Star experience!
Believe Martial Arts has been a life-changing experience for me over the past two years. From the moment I stepped on the mat, the instructors welcomed me with open arms and genuine care, creating an environment that feels more like a family than a school. Their training is top-notch, blending discipline, skill-building, and personal growth seamlessly. Beyond martial arts techniques, they’ve mentored and inspired me in ways that extend far beyond the dojo. The leadership, dedication, and passion of the instructors are evident in everything they do. They genuinely care about every student’s progress and personal development. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, this is the place to push your limits, grow in confidence, and find a supportive community. I cannot recommend Believe Martial Arts enough. They’ve truly changed my life on and off the mat, and I’m forever grateful.
These Men have Really helped my son in the areas he needed help on! Very friendly , understanding & professional… You can tell that they take their time with these children and interested in helping them learn more and be BETTER! He has improved on his Kicks & Punches! Thank you Mr. Jason & Aston! We plan on going for the long haul 😊
This is a awesome place to take your children to learn skills. It helps them to learn control and focus. In a fun, safe environment. The instructor's are awesome teachers and they are great with the kids. The teach your kids to believe in themselves and reward them with patches and stripes for their belts. They include the parents in the classes teaching teamwork between the child and the parent. Excellent place! The first time he broke a board it created twinkle in his eyes and a smile on his face. He absolutely loves karate.
Best place ever for your children!!!! The staff is so supportive
Ashton was amazing today with my students. He's welcome any time ...
Ashton was amazing with the kids at our center! 10/10 recommend
Wonderful program with wonderful teachers. They take their time to teach, play, and instill core values…not to mention they have a ton of patience! My son is happy to be a part of this “family.”
When we moved to Chipley, we were concerned about small town stigmas when preparing our young boys for a rapidly changing world. Our actual experience quickly alleviated those concerns. Much of the reason for this has been our active involvement in Believe Martial Arts. The philosophy at Believe extends far beyond teaching self-defense. Growth mindset and character development are integral components of the school's culture. Our boys are home schooled and we are thrilled to have Mr. Smith and Mr. Kirkland as partners to reinforce the very same values and life education we are instilling in our boys at home. The accompanying photos of the awards gala are just one example of how Believe's habit of "over-delivering" extends far beyond working out on the mat. If you're looking for a place, for yourself (or your kids), to develop into the best version of yourself (themselves), then Believe Martial Arts is worth your serious consideration. I look forward to seeing you there. -- Charles R. Merkel
Attending the Believe Martial Arts School has been such a confidence booster for our son by teaching him to defend himself, develop social skills and increasing his exercise output! A big thanks to the BMA team for all they do!
Believe Martial Arts has transformed my daughters’s literal mindset! She has learned life skills that’ll be useful throughout her entire life and that alone is major! I’m incredibly thankful for the time the instructors take each week to instill good valuable lessons and knowledge into our children and have no doubt in my mind it’ll only get better!!! So excited for what this journey has to offer us! It’s so crazy how fast a year has gone by! Guess it’s true that time flies when you’re having FUN!!!!! Ready to continue building with our team of instructors!!!
My son and I have trained at Believe Martial Arts for almost five years now and I couldn’t imagine life without our martial arts being apart of it. My son is also apart of their after school program that they offer and spends his summers there at summer camp! I trust that my child is in good hands and as a single mother I have peace of mind knowing that while I’m busy at work I don’t have to question if he is safe. His behavior is better when he’s there and he comes home talking about setting goals. Believe Martial Arts is a community of families who love and support each other on and off the mat and a thousand miles away! I 10/10 recommend Believe Martial Arts.
We love Believe Martial Arts. Can not say enough about this establishment. We came here to enroll our daughter to help her learn self defense. What happened next is blessing. We have made life long friends. She has become more confident and outgoing. She loves Martial Arts and Believe. Going from a Bullied kid to standing up with others who are being bullied. All the instructors are great they absolutely Believe in all their students. We can’t really say enough about all the instructors and the greatness they entrust into these kids. Ali has thrived so much not just at Karate but in life as well.
Joining Believe has been an amazing decision for me. I’m always learning and I know I can go in and be myself. The instructors stop and help anytime it’s needed and never rush you. They want you to be successful in all aspects of life and that shows in how they treat you and teach you. I would recommend everyone try them out.
Signing my son up at Beleive was the best thing I could have done for him. Their program is as advertised. They focus on teaching respect and discipline while making the classes fun and entertaining. I would also like to add if you are looking for after school or summer break care, I highly recommend Beleive.
I would recommend Believe Martial Arts to any parent. The instructors are knowledgeable, patient and most of all caring. I have seen a huge difference in my daughter over the last year. She is more confident and respectful. We love being a part of the Believe Martial Arts family.
We have just started and already my children love going. The teachers remember the kids, making my kids feel a little extra appreciated. Believe Martial Arts is a place where you feel welcomed and remembered. They definitely help build confidence and listening skills. They are just a great place to learn martial arts.
Believe Martial Arts is a more than just an activity for your children or yourself. They have really provided a community and family. I can not rave about them more. The skills that my daughter has gained go far beyond those of martial arts. She has gained confidence, patience, and a passion for learning and mastering new skills. We are so grateful to be apart of this family, if your on the fence about joining.. DON’T BE! They have gone above and beyond all expectations! It truly is our favorite part of the week.
The instructors and the teachings. They are not interested in who does what the fastest or who climbs to get what belts the fastest. The form, techniques. and doing things right, and not giving up are their priority. Belts, stripes and compliments are earned through work.
If you're worried like me in the beginning that this place is a McDojo like so many other martial arts schools in small towns, it's totally not! They teach legit Kempo Karate! That out of the way, this place has helped me so much. To finally feel a part of something means so much more i can put into words. PS: Join the Legacy program! They totally won't put you through the hardest training gauntlet you've ever seen in your life! ;D
My little one Has blossomed so much with the believe program .. she would always go with I can't and wouldn't try anything. With help on the believe team she has went from I can't to I can . She has tried so many new things cause they have help her to be successful and to have confidence. I would recommend them any time ..
My son has been going for about 3 months now and he really enjoys it and he learns good manners and life skills. The instructors really do tailor the class for the age group. They genuinely care about the kids and are just all around good people. I would recommend the studio to anyone.
The instructors are so kind and patient with our 4yo. We love Believe! ❤️ Scheduling a class is so easy and flexible, which is exactly what we need with our hectic schedules.
From the get go, I have been thoroughly impressed with the Teachers of Believe. Their structure, curriculum, and the way they work with my kids and our schedule is outstanding. Best choice I made for our extra curricular activities as a family.
Hands down a 10/10 place for your kids to go! Not only are the teachers well rounded at handling multiple children with all different learning style but the kids love it! They are extremely personable and professional! My daughter has been attending for only a few months now and counts down the days until she gets to go back! Thank you Believe for bringing a spark of drive to my daughter's heart!
So great with kids! Very structured! I love it!
They are amazing! From day 1 you are family!
Our children have a blast everytime they go. I love the flexibility of the schedule and how they tailor each class to the children they are teaching. We incorporate lessons learned during class in our home, which has been a huge benefit for the family as a whole. Highly recommend.
Love their philosophy for living a successful life. Very happy to be a student as their staff matches what they teach. I like that I have the freedom to either attend class or can use virtual learning through their class programs. It's a lot of fun.
We cannot say enough great things about this Martial Arts program. My 4 yr old loves it and there is nothing better than to hear your child say “I’m so proud of myself”. This program is 30 miles away from our home, but it’s truly the best around. My son has grown tremendously in his skills, his confidence, and his overall behavior in just his 1st month of classes.
Shade has been a student at Believe Martial Arts for approximately 7 years. He has not only had fun and made good friends, he has learned mental and physical life skills which he can use all his life. The instructors are skilled, friendly and care deeply about the students and our community. We highly recommend Believe Martial Arts.
We have been going here for a little more than two months and it has been a great investment for our kids. They are not only learning martial arts, but also important character skills. The lessons are tailored for the different age groups and belt levels. The instructors are all wonderful and make sure each child feels recognized for their individual accomplishments. We are so happy our kids were able to start this journey with this school. It is absolutely the best fit for them.
I am so happy we decided to enroll. Since then, I have seen improvements in character and motivation in my kids. My children enjoy learning martial arts + the life skills they can apply to their daily life is a bonus. We are blessed to have the opportunity to take classes with Believe Martial Arts close to home. The staff are positive and inspiring, dedicating their time to each of the students they teach. Overall a great family environment with a sense of community and fellowship. :)
My 2 sons have taken classes for almost a year now and I have seen so much growth in them both with their confidence and the way they handle situations in their daily lives. The way they incorporate life skills into their classes and how well all of the instructors adapt to each individual child is priceless and something you won't find anywhere else. Their after school program and camps are just as awesome!! I am so thankful I took them in for that first free class and would gladly recommend Believe Martial Arts to anyone.
My son has gained more confidence & fitness since starting karate. The instructors aren’t just “teachers”, they are mentors. They care for the kids & their community. They are always looking for ways to empower the students and to help them fight bullying. I’m so grateful we found this place!!
My kids have been going to Trinity now Believe Martial Arts for about 3 years now! The confidence they have helped build in my children is amazing! Not only just confidence but discipline, integrity, setting goals, control and focus!! There is so much that Believe Martial Arts has to offer! I could go on and on how well they teach and the amount of respect they show the kids and what the kids learn! I would not want my kids at any other place! Very safe environment with owners and employees who actually care about the future of children!
Have been a student for over 7 years. Continue to grow in knowledge and capabilities under the expert teaching.
I have spent 2 1/2 years being a part of the family here and it has been worth the time spent. More than blocks, kicks, and punches are taught here; you will be challenged to be a better person and apply valuable life skills to help you not only in martial arts, but in everyday life. Thank you to everyone who has become a part of my family here.
My kid loves going and I have been incredibly impressed by the cleanliness of the facility and the patience of the instructors. They include life skills like honesty and I like that my kid is getting some serious physical activity while there. Would happily recommend to anyone.
Our son has been going to TMA for a few years now and loves it as do we. He used to be this shy boy who wouldn’t speak in front of a class and did not like being the center of attention. TMA has help build this self confidence and taught him it’s ok to be the center of attention as long as it’s in a positive way. He will now go to the front of class when asked to help show other kids what to do. We can’t thank the TMA family enough for everything they do for our kids and community. “You Rock” The Sims Family
Trinity Martial Arts has made a huge impact on my family. The owners are amazing people with great values. They have put together a team of amazing people running the classes. They are willing and able to help in many aspects of life. My kids have truly enjoyed going and have grown so much. I started out 6 months ago in cage fitness and have just recently started the karate program. I am very excited to see where this takes me. I never thought I would be starting karate at 31 years old but it has happened. My kids and I now share this amazing bond because of this group. Thank you TMA for all you have done and will do in the future.
It's been a great experience here for my and my boys. TMA has really helped shape our character for the better. The classes are fun, positive, and have good schedules.
All around amazing group of instructors, they offer differant programs for all ages, and levels of fitness. They teach leaderships skills, positive and healthy life styles, as well as self defense.
I've been doing krav for about a month and just switched to karate on 5 - 5 - 16 there the best people you can meet they are friendly 👍👍👍👍👍👍
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