Martial Arts for 5 to 11 Year Olds
Our affordable after school program is #1 in child safety and self-defense. In our program kids aged 5-11 (elementary school) participate in martial arts & fitness training on a daily basis.
We provide free pick up from Clearwater area schools serving the Clearwater, Oldsmar, Safety Harbor, Palm Harbor, Dunedin, Largo, Tarpon Springs, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Indian Rocks Beach, Seminole, Countryside, Belleair communities in Pinellas county Florida. See below for the full list of schools we pick up from.
We also offer a junior martial arts program at 5:45pm every weekday evening.
Free! Pick Up From Clearwater Area Schools
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Highland Lakes
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Oldsmar
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Garrison Jones
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Leila Davis
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Calvin Hunsinger
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Kings Highway
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Lake St. George
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Eisenhower
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Curtis Fundamental
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Ozona
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McMullen Booth
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Curlew Creek
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Safety Harbor
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Palm Harbor
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Forest Lakes
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Academy Davinci
Our Focus
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Stranger Awareness
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Life Skills
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Fitness Training (we get them in shape!)
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Respect and Manners
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Discipline and Teamwork
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Realistic Self-Defense Training
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Better Grades
The Highest Professional Standards
- Better Business Bureau Accredited Business
- C.P.R Certified Staff
- A.C.M.A Certified for Age Specific Training
- Certified C.O.B.R.A Child Safety For Kids
- School Owner Cert/Experienced Law Enforcement & Corrections Officer
- Member of Martial Arts Teachers Association
- Self-defense Representative For Kids Day America
Summer & Holiday Camps
We also offer summer camps (sign up early), spring camps & holidays camps. Contact us for more info on these great programs.
C.O.B.R.A.™ Self-Defense Child Safety
Originally offered to adults only, C.O.B.R.A.™ has a training section just for kids and has received an overwhelmingly positive response. Our program comes from many years of study and training — along with a dose or two of common sense — to create the ultimate in child safety & self defense. Click below to learn more.
Fitness Kickboxing For Parents Too!
Want to join your child in his or her goal of physical and mental improvement? Join our UBC fitness kickboxing course used by thousands around the nation. We guide you through every aspect of the 10-week course in a step-by-step workbook that has already given thousands of people a new body and all new levels of health, fitness and vitality.
MATA Founder John Graden
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What People Are Saying
“Chris Sutton has really hit a home run with his C.O.B.R.A. program. It’s the only effective self defense program that I would recommend and I have been in the Industry over 20 years.”
Jim Graden, World Kickboxing Champion, School Owner
- “I have been very impressed with the changes my 3 boys have made since being in the program. I tell everyone what a wonderful job you all do with the children and the positive impact you have on them. ”
Sheila Craddock
- “My son has never been so happy with an after-school program. He has gained allot of self-confidence and self-discipline.”
Leslie Robbins
- “The after-school programs very impressive. In just a few short weeks, my son has learned the meaning and the consequences of respect and discipline. Chris is wonderful with the students and truly cares about their well being, not only as martial art students, but as students in school and students of life. He always takes the time to answer questions and listen to concerns from both students and parents. My son likes the program and enjoys to be part of it. It truly is a wonderful way for him to spend his afternoons!”
Janet Applefield
- “Since my children have enrolled, my son has received 2 commitment to character notices and continues to get 100′s, E’s & V’s in school! My daughter has earned 1 commitment to character from school. Also, she attained honor roll for the first time! I also like the additional respect they give me at home!”
Ellen Holtzman
- “The after-school program is great for kids to keep active and teach about respect & discipline!”
Jenny Sass
- “After trying out their summer camp, I registered my child,age 5, for the After School Program. After sitting in school all day, I wanted my child to get up and get moving for the benefit of staying in shape through exercise as well as to give him an outlet to expend some pent up energy from the school day. My son has demonstrated much-improved coordination and a new sense of determination. The focus on discipline and respect are evident as he’s repeated what he’s learned outside of the school. It’s fun to see the children so proud of their efforts and having so much fun while learning life skills.”
Jennifer Casale
About Chris Sutton
Chris’ extensive martial arts training as well as his law enforcement experience dealing with real criminals have given him highly unique insights into the reality of self-defense. Chris has used this expertise to create the acclaimed C.O.B.R.A.™ reality-based self-defense system, as well as influencing his other martial arts programs, fitness programs & books.
Chris trained in the Chinese Martial Art system earning Black Belts in Aikido, Kung Fu, Jujitsu and Karate. After many years in that system Chris began to learn under World Champion Kick Boxer Jim Graden, with further influence from the legendary champion Joe Lewis in the Elite Kickboxing System earning another Black Belt.
Special Offer For New Students
$25 Off Signup + Free Uniform
Our program is highly sought after, and we often have a waiting list. Please contact us to reserve a spot.
CALL 727-791-4111