Manhattan's Best Martial Arts, After School, & Summer Camp

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Preschool Martial Arts
in Manhattan

The perfect blend of building gross motor skills and having TONS of fun! Our preschool martial arts program in Manhattan gives your little one the tools they need to prepare for school and life.


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Kids Martial Arts
in Manhattan

Our kids martial arts program in Manhattan gives your child the tools they need to protect themselves with self defense, but it also equips them with incredible life skills like focus, discipline, respect, and more! Watch them improve in school, too!

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Teen & Adult Martial Arts
in Manhattan

Great friends, great fun- crush your fitness goals with our teen & adult martial arts classes in Manhattan. Learn self defense skills and martial arts together while having a ton of fun. No more boring workouts!

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Teen Krav Maga
in Manhattan

The ultimate tech alternative that gets teens active and engaged- and helps them feel confident, too. Help your teen make friends and get off their screens with our teen martial arts classes in Manhattan!

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Adult Krav Maga
in Manhattan

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

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Summer Camp
in Manhattan

This summer, give your child an experience they won't forget. Call or text today to see if we have a spot open for you! 785-278-0500

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After School Program
in Manhattan

Imagine every day after school, while you work, your child is safe... and learning amazing skills for life. Call or text today to see if we have a spot open for you! 785-278-0500

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Birthday Parties
in Manhattan

Stop trying to reinvent the wheel, Birthday parties should be fun, not a ton of work! Enjoy watching your kids have fun!

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Strikefit - Fitness Kickboxing
in Manhattan

It's time to revolutionize your workout! Get ready to burn up to 600+ calories in as little as 45 minutes!

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why CHOOSE Evolution Training Center After school & Summer Camp?

Since we’ve opened, we’ve been dedicated to changing the lives of people one person at a time, through Martial Arts, After School & Summer Camp. We strive to provide a safe, comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for all students and family members in Manhattan. 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.

Parents and Kids in Manhattan LOVE our Fun, Safe, and Exciting After School & Summer Camp Programs! After School includes FREE Transportation from school, Martial Arts Classes, Arts & Crafts, Dance & Cheer, and Fun Sports Activities!

"Instructors are so patient and excellent with kids! My son loves it!"

"Great for building kids’ confidence and giving them something to look forward to. The instructors are wonderful with the kids."

"We love all of the instructors! Super excited to come back to the studio!"

"Great atmosphere.Great instructors! Builds self confidence."

About our programs

Preschool Martial Arts
in Manhattan

Discover why parents love our Preschool Martial Arts Program in Manhattan. It's the perfect blend of gross motor skills, personal development, and character enrichment, and gives your little one an edge when they enter a busy school setting.


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Kids Martial Arts
in Manhattan

Parents LOVE our Manhattan Kids Martial Arts program because it teaches not only self defense, but also vital life skills like focus, discipline, respect, and more! Watch your child's confidence flourish and their grades improve with this awesome Child Greatness program.

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Teen & Adult Martial Arts
in Manhattan

Our Manhattan Teen & Adult Martial Arts program combines next-level fitness with next-level FUN- no more boring workouts! It's time to switch up your routine and get the results you've been looking for in an awesome community of like-minded people.

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Teen Krav Maga
in Manhattan

Combining confidence-raising fitness and life-changing self defense, our Manhattan Teen Krav Maga program keeps your teen's wellness and happiness in mind. It's time to get your teenager active, making new friends and bettering themselves.

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Adult Krav Maga
in Manhattan

Protect yourself and learn real-world self defense skills with Manhattan Krav Maga classes!

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Summer Camp
in Manhattan

Discover why parents in Manhattan love our Summer Camps. Give your child an experience they won't forget. Martial arts changes lives.

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After School Program
in Manhattan

Find out why parents in Manhattan LOVE our After School Program. Imagine every day after school, while you work, your child is safe... and learning amazing skills for life.

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Birthday Parties
in Manhattan

When we say we have the best birthday parties in Manhattan, we mean it. Give your child the perfect party, while you enjoy a stress free day. Your child will thank you later, we guarantee it!

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Strikefit - Fitness Kickboxing
in Manhattan

It's time to shake things up and change your work out. No other fitness program in Manhattan can generate the results that our Fitness Kickboxing Classes can. Are you ready to for a change?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Most frequent questions and answers about our Martial Arts Programs

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.

We encourage parents to watch their children in their kids martial arts lessons.  We love parents getting involved!  And so do their kids.  Even better… join into some of our martial arts classes for adults.   Your kids will love that you have something in common.  It will build a strong family bond!

Additionally, if you wanted some ‘me-time’?  Simply drop them off, and go grab a coffee.  They will greet you with a huge smile when you return, because they had SO much fun!

No, not at all!  We find that people start at varying fitness levels.  But, you will find that you do get fit by doing our Manhattan martial arts classes.  Isn’t that the point though? A fun workout that gets results!

Truthfully, the journey to Black Belt is an individual one.  Everyone can progress at a different pace.  There is no judgement on students for how long it does take.  What we can tell you, is that it is SO WORTHWHILE! 

The self defense skills you will master can truly be life-saving!
However, the other benefits of striving for Black Belt, like perseverance, never giving up, commitment and self discipline lead to life-long success.

You will find that your Instructors at Evolution Training Center Manhattan are dedicated to helping you on your journey to Black Belt or whatever your personal goal may be.

We do only have a certain amount of space in our martial arts training area.  To take advantage of our limited time offer…. The fastest way is to fill in form . 

Additionally, you can always call us, we would love to chat with you about what we do, and if our Manhattan martial arts classes would be a great fit for you and your family!

Make sure you wear comfortable clothes you can do sport in!  Not really suitable to practice kicks in a skirt.😳

Be sure to bring a water bottle to your martial arts classes.  You will find Evolution Training Center in Manhattan have martial arts classes for kids and adults that are a great workout and lots of fun!  Most students are grinning from ear to ear by the end of the class.  I am sure you will be too!

Not at all.  In fact, many students starting in our adult martial arts classes would describe themselves like that before they started.  So you will fit right in!

Give yourself some time, and you will be astounded at how much you improve!  You’ll find that our very experienced martial arts Instructors, are trained to keep their teaching simple.  So even the most uncoordinated person will develop ‘ninja-like’ skills!  Come see for yourself!

Evolution Training Center

Manhattan

We’re located at 601 South 5th Street Suite C, stop by and say hello!