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Martial Arts Grand Traverse
4.6 ★★★★★ 54 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Traverse City, Michigan
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
- Kids & teens Krav Maga classes for kids and teens (ages 3–12) — built around confidence, focus, and staying safe
- Level classes Level 1–5 classes on the schedule — a graded curriculum that builds your skills step by step as you progress
- 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 martialartsgrandtraverse.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 231-933-4744
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8 pm |
| Friday | 5:30–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Blackmer works so well with children - she is patient, kind, encouraging, and nurturing, while also teaching the importance of respecting yourself, others, and the practice.”
“The belt testing ceremonies are both precious and impressive as we observe the various belt levels within the school.”
“It was fun to see these skills blossom in my son into the confident teen he is today.”
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What students say
“The three of us continue in our training and as a family we continue to improve as a family from the positive training we receive from Master Pline as his team of instructors.”
“Would highly recommend this class for anyone who would like for their family/kids a sense of purpose, confidence, discipline, and a great workout to boot!”
“10/10 absolutely recommend for anyone who has ever considered martial arts; for skill development, fitness improvement, confidence building, and discipline.”
“Under Mrs Blackmers instruction my son has developed discipline and confidence that extends beyond the Dojo.”
“Blackmer works so well with children - she is patient, kind, encouraging, and nurturing, while also teaching the importance of respecting yourself, others, and the practice.”
From the reviews
My family has been going to ATA for two years. It is an amazing experience for myself and my kids. We are a busy family and have a very busy schedule. Grace (owner) has been so understanding and has worked with my kids and made extra arrangements to help my son keep up with class. Truly, an amazing experience.
Traverse City ATA is a safe, fun learning environment where children thrive! My four children, ages 4, 7, 13 and 15 have been training with Master Pline since 2012 and we all absolutely love it! Every class provides a great physical workout and fabulous mental exercise.
This is the BEST activity I have found for my child. My child's respect for adults has improved so drastically! Mrs. Blackmer is patient and kind with everyone. Which makes her the perfect instructor for any child! I seriously don't know how she is always so calm with everything! But she is!
My oldest son started in July of 2013, Right from the beginning he loved the classes and the values that Master Pline taught in the class helped him in his everyday life and boosted his self esteem greatly.
Your first Krav Maga class at Martial Arts Grand Traverse
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.