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Tampa Bay Martial Arts Academy

Tampa Bay Martial Arts Academy

11824 North St, Gibsonton, FL 33534, Gibsonton, Florida

+1 813-649-0020
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Fitness Kickboxing
Karate
Kids Self-Defense
Self-Defense Fundamentals
Weapons Training
Wrestling

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
  • Fitness Kickboxing
  • Karate
  • Kids Self-Defense
  • Self-Defense Fundamentals
  • Weapons Training
  • Wrestling

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Small class sizes
  • One-on-one coaching
  • Friendly, no-judgment environment
  • Improved physical fitness
  • Respectful teaching of children
  • Supportive environment
  • Fun educational activities
  • Confidence building
  • Structured discipline
  • Life skills instruction
  • Good teachers
  • Reliable, consistent service

Considerations

  • Insufficient supervision in public areas
  • Aggressive and unprofessional handling of children
  • Disrespectful treatment of students
  • Confiscation of personal property
  • Old and poorly maintained building

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

9 reviews

5 stars

7

4 stars

0

3 stars

0

2 stars

0

1 star

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Excellent

"Best place to learn Tang Soo Do in Tampa! Master Solomon also teaches weapons defense, kickboxing, karate, grappling, etc. for a well rounded Martial Artist"

- Mr. Myers

via Google

9/2/2022

Excellent

"Small setting and the instructors are great. Not only do they teach karate skills but life skills as well"

- Peggy Diaz

via Google

7/17/2021

Excellent

"I have been attending the Tampa Bay Martial Arts Academy for about a year now for the kickboxing fitness classes. I absolutely love the classes and the owners. The classes are small so I get one on one coaching with the owners and it’s a friendly/no judgement environment. I will keep coming to their..." Read more

- Ashley Metelus

via Google

12/5/2020

4.1

(9 reviews)

Business Hours

  • Monday: 4-5PM
  • Tuesday: 5:30-8PM
  • Wednesday: 4-5PM
  • Thursday: 5:30-8PM
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: 10AM-12PM
  • Sunday: Closed

Instructors

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Mr. Solomon

Owner, Instructor

M

Mrs. Solomon

Owner, Instructor

M

Master Solomon

Master, Instructor

Location

Amenities

  • Basketball area
  • Beach and park outings
  • Convenient location
  • Educational field trips
  • Park access
  • Walking/jogging trail

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