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Hwang's Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 80 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Plan your first class
- Free intro class most schools welcome newcomers with a free intro or trial class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & teens Krav Maga classes for kids and teens (ages 15) — built around confidence, focus, and staying safe
- Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule palmbeachselfdefense.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 561-262-6799
Hours
| Monday | 8–10 am, 2:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 8–10 am, 2:30–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 3:30–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9–11 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I'm VERY pleased with Hwang's martial arts school , my son is now a freshmen in high school and started classes @ the beginning of his middle school year.”
“They also have adult classes, so the age range can meet most anyone’s needs.”
“I'm VERY pleased with Hwang's martial arts school , my son is now a freshmen in high school and started classes @ the beginning of his middle school year.”
“The workouts are intense, making it a great way to get in shape while learning real self-defense.”
“Self-defense is vital, and in the Krav classes they teach, you learn intuitive, powerful moves that leave you feeling more confident and capable every day.”
“Matt and his team are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and supportive, creating a great environment for all skill levels.”
Other martial arts here
“I really wanted to learn jiu-jitsu but went and talked to the instructor/co-owner, Matt.”
What students say
“Kristina and Matt are incredible instructors who take the time to make sure you fully understand the moves, and the practical applications of each move in the real world.”
“I came in with no experience, and within a few sessions, I gained real confidence and practical techniques that I know would work in real life.”
“We had so much fun and Matt and Kristina were so welcoming and knowledgeable we signed up that night and haven't looked back.”
“Kristina and Matt are incredible instructors who take the time to make sure you fully understand the moves, and the practical applications of each move in the real world.”
“He ABSOLUTELY enjoys every single class, he always leaves with a great workout, and learns new skills and techniques each session.”
“Self-defense is vital, and in the Krav classes they teach, you learn intuitive, powerful moves that leave you feeling more confident and capable every day.”
From the reviews
Love this place!!!! Talk about learning self defense and to protect yourself in real life situations and not in a cage!!! Before starting, I was skeptical with what I wanted to get into. I really wanted to learn jiu-jitsu but went and talked to the instructor/co-owner, Matt.
Both of my children attend this Martial Arts school. I am very please and happy with the school owner and instructor Kristina Hwang. Most of all I am very satisfied with her teaching my 15 years old autistic son. She teaches him routines in Martial Arts and self defense, that I never thought possible.
I have nothing but high praise for Hwang’s. Kristina and Matt do an incredible job of creating an environment that is conducive to both learning and camaraderie. They are extremely well versed in their art and are able to teach that knowledge effectively.
My son has been taking Tae Kwan Do and Jiu Jitsu here twice a week, for over a year. He ABSOLUTELY enjoys every single class, he always leaves with a great workout, and learns new skills and techniques each session.
New to Krav Maga? Start at Hwang's Martial Arts
Hwang's Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly school — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a self-defense class, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or athletic to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and instructors scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable schools build the fundamentals (stance, movement, and core self-defense techniques) over weeks, and controlled pressure-testing eases in gradually so every drill stays safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or Level 1 class time so your first session is alongside others who are also just starting out. Most schools are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Krav Maga class at Hwang's Martial Arts
Nervous about walking into a Krav Maga school for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good instructors expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling a few core techniques with a partner — controlled and at your own pace, not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move in — there's no uniform or special gear you need to buy to get started. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — most schools have everything else you'll need for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call what to bring. Pressure-testing eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid — you won't be sparring hard on day one. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign in and meet the instructor. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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