
Smith's Martial Arts & Fitness
About Smith's Martial Arts & Fitness
We are the leading family Martial Arts, Self-Defense and Taekwondo Karate training studio for Children, Kids, Teens and Adults in Heflin and Oxford, Alabama. Our martial arts classes are excellent choices for self-defense, discipline, and fitness for all ages and fitness levels.
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Great studio. Super clean. The staff was super friendly. Looking forwarding to signing my kid up!
I can’t say enough great things about Smith's Martial Arts! They are truly family-oriented and genuinely care about each and every student. My daughter looks forward to attending class every week, and it's been amazing to see her excitement grow. The instructors not only focus on teaching martial arts but also instill confidence and respect in their students. The schedule is flexible, which makes it easy to fit into our busy lives. Overall, it’s been an extremely positive experience, and I highly recommend Smith's Martial Arts to anyone looking for a welcoming, supportive, and clean environment!
Our daughter has been taking lessons at Smith’s Martial Arts for 6 months now. To say it has been an adventure is and understatement. She has good days, and days that it becomes a struggle to get over the separation to go in. Each instructor she has had experience with is very understanding, patient and supportive. She has grown so much in the short amount of time she has been going, and competed in her first tournament this spring. I have no doubt that she wouldn’t have been able to go forward with a National tournament environment if it wasn’t for the love and understanding of the team at SMA!
We've been with Smith's Martial Arts for just over a year now . My little one absolutely loves it and we do also . There has been so much change in her attitude and behavior since joining . The instructors are amazing with the kids and even with as many kids as they have they know them on a personal level and by name . They also have challenges for the mom's for Mother's day and the same for Dad's for Father's day where they can join their child in class and earn a belt for themselves. They also offer lots of parents night out events throughout the year that are fun nights for the kids .
We have been with Smith’s Martial Arts for three years now and love it! The owners are great to work with, super nice, and helpful. My daughter has learned so much and continues to learn. She loves going! They offer a variety of classes and times making it accommodating to their students and families. I love the instructor to child ratio, and the instructors are encouraging and great with the kids. Would highly recommend!
Frequently Asked Questions
IS THERE A FREE TRIAL CLASS?
Yes! Come try your first class at Smith's Martial Arts & Fitness at no cost. We want you to experience our gym before making any commitment.
DO I NEED EXPERIENCE TO START?
Absolutely not. BJJ is perfect for beginners — our fundamentals classes start from the ground up.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO MY FIRST CLASS?
Athletic shorts and a t-shirt work great for your first visit. Long-term students wear a gi.
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I TRAIN?
Most students see the best results training 2-3 times per week. Consistency is the key to progress in BJJ.
DO YOU OFFER KIDS CLASSES?
Yes, Smith's Martial Arts & Fitness has programs for children that teach discipline, respect, and practical self-defense skills in a positive setting.
Programs
Weekly Schedule
| Time | Class | Level |
|---|---|---|
| 6:00am | Fundamentals BJJ | All Levels |
| 12:00pm | Noon BJJ | All Levels |
| 5:30pm | Kids BJJ | Youth |
| 6:30pm | Fundamentals BJJ | All Levels |
| 7:30pm | Advanced BJJ | Blue Belt+ |
| 6:00am | No-Gi Grappling | All Levels |
| 6:30pm | No-Gi Submission | Intermediate |
| 7:30pm | Competition Training | Advanced |
| 9:00am | All Levels BJJ | All Levels |
| 11:00am | Open Mat | All Levels |
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