Children and adults practicing martial arts together in a welcoming dojo
Impact Family Martial Arts / Newark, Ohio

Impact Martial ArtsNewark

Amazing programs for kids and adults to get more focused, fit, and confident.

Your first step

A real welcome to the dojo.

FREE

A free Saturday semi-private trial class for prospective students, followed by an in-person conversation about program options with a parent or legal guardian.

Choose your starting point

Programs for every age

Explore our martial arts programs for kids and adults in Newark, including accessible Level 1 Kickboxing & MMA for beginners and developing students.

Preschool-age children practicing a playful martial arts stance with an instructor
01Impact / Newark

Preschool Martial Arts

The perfect blend of gross motor skill building and fun! Our preschool martial arts program gives your little one the tools to surpass their development expectations. We’re dedicated to your child’s growth and success!

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Elementary-age children practicing controlled martial arts movements with an instructor
02Impact / Newark

Youth Martial Arts

The perfect blend of self defense and tradition. Our youth martial arts program gives your child tools to protect themselves, and equips them with skills to have an unfair advantage in school. We’re dedicated to your child’s growth!

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Adult students training martial arts together in a dojo
03Impact / Newark

Adult Martial Arts

Achieve your fitness goals while developing a wide array of life saving techniques for real world application.

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Instructor teaching an adult student a controlled self-defense escape
04Impact / Newark

Krav Maga

Transform your entire body into a self-defense machine while learning a skill set that could save your life.

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Students practicing kickboxing and MMA techniques with a partner
05Impact / Newark

Kickboxing & MMA

An accessible Level 1 class for beginners and developing students. Practice kickboxing on Tuesdays and MMA-focused practice on Thursdays through real martial-arts training: technique, partner drills, conditioning, and controlled sparring when appropriate—not merely a calorie-burning workout.

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Adult training partners practicing Brazilian Jiujitsu grappling in gis
06Impact / Newark

Brazilian Jiujitsu

Achieve your fitness goals while developing a wide array of life saving techniques for real world application.

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The Impact intro experience

Start strong.
Stay curious.

Parents and legal guardians can reserve a free Saturday semi-private trial class for a prospective student. Experience training first, then have an in-person conversation about program options before deciding what comes next.

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What’s included

Free trial

Saturday semi-private class for prospective students.

  • 01A free Saturday semi-private trial class to experience training.
  • 02A welcoming first step for a prospective student and their family.
  • 03An in-person conversation with a parent or legal guardian about program options after class.
  • 04No automatic enrollment. You decide what comes next together.

The school behind the practice

About our school

Since we’ve opened, we’ve been dedicated to changing the lives of people one person at a time, through martial arts, education and coaching. We strive to provide a safe, comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for all students and family members in Newark. We take pride in creating an environment for individuals to achieve, develop and succeed in their personal goals.

We strongly believe that martial arts can be for everyone, regardless of age, gender or experience levels. Throughout all of our programs, students will not only learn the necessary skill sets to protect themselves, we stand behind our realistic and practical approach, confident it will enable every member to achieve greatness and live their best life.

Impact instructor in a black gi and black belt leading children through martial arts training in the dojo

Impact Family Martial Arts

Children, adults, and instructors sharing a welcoming community moment in the dojo
“Family friendly, skill focused and one of a kind!”
Impact instructor in a black gi and black belt leading children through martial arts training in the dojo
“Whether it be you or your children that enters Martial Arts you will be treated with the utmost respect and professionalism and taught by the best.”
Elementary-age students practicing martial arts together
“They are completely family oriented! They care so much about all the family’s that are involved and all around just wonderful people.”
Adult partners practicing Brazilian Jiujitsu on dojo mats
“Friendly skilled staff. Exceptional with children. The instructors motivate the kids to do well in school and be respectful, responsible people.”

Good questions are welcome

Frequently asked questions

Most frequent questions and answers about our Martial Arts Programs

Will My Child Become A Bully?

A specific part of our preschool and kids martial arts classes at Impact Family Martial Arts in Newark is teaching respect, and teaching when to use their new self defense training and when to NOT use them. We find that our students become more confident to stand up to bullies, and have more humility and kindness to others through their martial arts lessons.

Are Parents Allowed To Watch?

We encourage parents to watch their children in their kids martial arts lessons. We love parents getting involved! Even better, join some of our martial arts classes for adults. Your kids will love that you have something in common.

Do I Need To Be Fit For This?

No, not at all! Our accessible Level 1 Kickboxing & MMA class is for beginners and developing students. You build fitness as you practice technique, partner drills, conditioning, and controlled sparring when appropriate.

How Long Until I Get My Black Belt?

The journey to black belt is an individual one. Everyone can progress at a different pace. The self defense skills you master can truly be life-saving, while perseverance, commitment and self discipline lead to life-long success.

How Do I Reserve A Free Saturday Trial?

A parent or legal guardian can call or email to reserve a free Saturday semi-private trial class for a prospective student. It is a chance to experience training, followed by an in-person conversation about program options. There is no automatic enrollment.

What Do I Need To Bring To My First Martial Arts Lesson?

Wear comfortable clothes you can do sport in and bring a water bottle. Our classes blend real martial-arts practice, conditioning, and lots of fun!

I’m Not Very Sporty or Coordinated, Will That Be A Problem?

Not at all. Many students starting in our adult martial arts classes would describe themselves like that before they started. Give yourself some time and you will be astounded at how much you improve.