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The Martial Arts Center Southwest

The Martial Arts Center Southwest

8441 SW State Rd 200 #121, Ocala, FL 34481, Ocala, Florida

+1 352-236-1111
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Classes & Programs

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Fantastic and knowledgeable instructor
  • Kind and supportive staff
  • Clean facility
  • Professional and encouraging atmosphere
  • Friendly and welcoming community
  • Confidence building for students
  • Patience and caring teaching style
  • Fun, dynamic environment

Testimonials

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Excellent

"I love the SW martial arts center ! Everybody is so friendly and welcoming . My kids love coming here , they say the coaches are amazing and they’re very helpful .😊 Thank you!"

- Amanda Guzman

via Google

12/4/2024

Excellent

"Mr. Houghton Jo-kyo was one of the first instructors I met when we started coming to the MAC last June. When I found out his age, I was super impressed with his maturity. I could tell his martial arts venture had helped him mature not only physically, but also mentally and emotionally. He has been a..." Read more

- Herbie Rowe

via Google

5/30/2023

Excellent

"It is a blast so much fun and a great clean awesome learning environment."

- Andrew Cancel

via Google

5/27/2023

5.0

(10 reviews)

Business Hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 3-7PM
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: 3-7PM
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed

Instructors

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Houghton Jo Kyo

Instructor

Houghton Jo Kyo is described as a knowledgeable, patient, kind, and technically skilled instructor who inspires students with positive reinforcement, goal setting, and dynamic techniques such as flips and tricks.

Location

Amenities

  • Clean facility

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