About American Family Martial Arts

American Family Martial Arts has a profound impact on children's lives. The instructors are knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely care about each child's life, providing a fun, engaging, and loving environment. They teach valuable life lessons, promoting discipline, respect, and self-confidence, which extend beyond the martial arts training. The facility is clean, and the instruction is excellent, with practical skills taught in an age-appropriate manner. Parents have seen significant improvements in their children, including increased confidence, discipline, and strength, both physically and mentally. The school is an excellent place for any age, mixing tradition, discipline, and support. The instructors are patient and positive role models who look to empower the students with self-confidence. They have helped children with various needs, including those with a Downs Syndrome diagnosis, and are committed to working with families to ensure their children's success. The community at American Family Martial Arts is welcoming, and many students have been able to build strong connections and a sense of belonging.

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  • Jun 2026

    We love AFMA! It’s like a family and it’s been just what our boys have needed. It’s a place they have fun, exercise, and learn respect and discipline.

  • May 2026

    Out kids have fun here multiple times a week! AFMA knows how to meet your child where they are but also how to push them to improve in every class. Great for getting energy out while also learning about discipline, focus, and self-control.

  • Mar 2026

    We have been at AFMA for almost 3 years. After trying multiple karate dojos we settled here. Others were like herding cattle, my child was just a number. If you’re looking for a place where your child is seen, their needs are met, they are known personally and are allowed to grow in confidence and ability because of that personal touch, you need to become part of the AFMA family! We love it!!

Hours

Monday: 9AM - 8PM
Tuesday: 9AM - 8PM
Wednesday: 9AM - 8PM
Thursday: 9AM - 8PM
Friday: 9AM - 8PM
Saturday: 9AM - 12PM
Sunday: Closed

Tips

1:1 sessions available wheelchair accessible accepts credit cards offers military discount bike parking

Location

8775 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge

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