Best Martial Arts School in Hackettstown
"An amazing experience." We transform kids into leaders full of discipline and focus. We help adults get fit and safe, fast. And we do it with FUN classes, amazing community, and action-packed martial arts. Try us risk-free today. Start your journey to a better you with the best martial arts training in Hackettstown.
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Best kids and adults martial arts center in Hackettstown. See why hundreds of Hackettstown residents love our martial arts classes for their kids. You’ll love our fun, friendly community of members.
Preschool Martial Arts
in Hackettstown
Kids Martial Arts
in Hackettstown
Teen Martial Arts
in Hackettstown
Adult Boxing & Muay Thai Kickboxing
in Hackettstown
Adult Brazilian Jiujitsu
in Hackettstown
Birthday Parties
in Hackettstown
Summer Camp
in Hackettstown
why CHOOSE Evolutionary Martial Arts?
We opened our martial arts school here in Hackettstown with a simple mission: Help our community get safer, and stronger — inside and out. For thousands of years, martial arts has helped millions of people become their best selves. As you master the techniques, train hard, form bonds with your classmates — you transform on the inside too. Your confidence grows. Your focus grows. Your discipline grows. You’re able to achieve more in your day-to-day life.
Kids do better in school and find it easier to make friends and socialize. Adults focus more intently on their careers, relationships, and family. And knowing that you have the skills to keep you and your loved ones safe gives peace of mind. We’re committed to our community, and to you. Come try us out with our amazing web special and see for yourself, today.
“I love the environment and the focus of the class. The instructors are kind but firm and are instilling confidence at the same time as self defense skills. We LOVE it!”
“Friendly and welcoming atmosphere. My son had a great first class and looking forward to having my other child join soon as well. Quick communication via email and easy enrollment.“
“Everyone is very pleasant, accommodating, respectful and they know what they’re doing. The place is clean. We will definitely recommend them highly to people we know. Thank you EMA! You guys are amazing!”
“The dedication the staff has to their clients are above and beyond. Attitude, dedication, discipline, and determination are just some of the key characteristic Evolutionary Martial Arts will instill in you.”
“Sifu David Ferreira is the chief instructor and owner of Evolutionary Martial Arts (EMA) in Hackettstown, New Jersey. Sifu Dave and his team of amazing instructors offer several martial arts and self defense training, including one-on-one, for all age groups.”
“EMA is an amazing academy & environment to train and grow. My one on one training in Muay Thai has been awesome. The owner, Dave is extremely knowledgeable and professional.”
“Dave was very positive, encouraging, and engaging throughout the training session. I appreciate the time he took to share a lot of his background, get to know me, and develop a rapport on our initial session together.”
It's the will. Not the skill.
Build Self-Discipline
Your starting fitness and skill levels don’t matter – as long as you put in the effort in every class, you’ll see results.
Gain Confidence
When you step out of your comfort zone in our classes, you allow space for unshakable confidence to grow.
Improve Focus
Mindfulness practices don’t go away when you step off the mat. The skills you gain in class flow into everything you do.
About our programs
Preschool Martial Arts
in Hackettstown
Kids Martial Arts
in Hackettstown
Teen Martial Arts
in Hackettstown
Adult Boxing & Muay Thai Kickboxing
in Hackettstown
Adult Brazilian Jiujitsu
in Hackettstown
Birthday Parties
in Hackettstown
Summer Camp
in Hackettstown
Frequently Asked Questions
Most frequent questions and answers about our martial arts programs
Bullies are rooted in insecurity and fear. But our Hackettstown kids martial arts classes grow confidence, focus, and respect. And our group training builds positive social skills and confidence. So long story short: No! Your child won’t become a bully, and there are no bullies in our classes either!
That is up to you! If you need some ‘me time’ — go grab a coffee and relax. Your child is in great hands. If you’d like to stay and observe, you’re welcome to do that as well, and make friends with the other parents. We’ve got a great community here in our Hackettstown martial arts school and can’t wait for you to become part of it.
No way! Some folks come to us who have never exercised in their lives. Others have athlete-levels of fitness. That’s the beauty of martial arts — everyone starts at the same place. And although you’re in a group setting, you’re on your own personal journey. Some people advance faster than others. Every pace is okay. There’s no ego here in our Hackettstown kids and adult martial arts classes. Just support and positivity.
There is no real answer for this! And we’d urge you to be cautious of any school that gives you one. The truth is, the path to black belt is a deeply personal and individual journey. Some folks have natural talent and practice hard every day. Other people need to spend more time building coordination and fitness.
It’s not about getting to black belt, it’s about you becoming a better version of yourself along the way. As you train, overcome obstacles, make friends, find support — you’ll become a stronger you, inside and out.
And our instructors here at Evolutionary Martial Arts Hackettstown are committed to you every step.
Assuming all spots are not taken — claiming your amazing web special is easy.
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3) Give us a call at 908-850-6009! We’re happy to sign you up over the phone too!
Spots are limited so please hurry. We’d hate to see you miss out.
For your first martial arts class here at Evolutionary Martial Arts in Hackettstown you’ll only need a few things: comfy clothes, a water bottle, and an open mind.
It’s perfectly natural to be nervous your first time too. Happens to everyone! As soon as you see how kind and welcoming our community here is, that will disappear.
Not at all! Hackettstown men, women, and children of all fitness levels come to us, whether it’s for kids or adult martial arts. Come as you are!
Some of our top students were unfit and uncoordinated at first. Now they’re performing techniques they never dreamed possible. The confidence they gained realizing what they were capable of is the biggest gift of the process.
All you have to do is show up. We’ll take care of the rest.