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True Way Martial Arts

4.7 ★★★★★ 65 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Clearwater, Florida

Krav Maga school Free intro Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Fitness & conditioning

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 3–18) — 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
  • Fitness & conditioning Krav-based fitness and conditioning classes — a high-energy workout that builds real-world strength and stamina
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule truewaymartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 727-351-4000

Hours

Monday 12–8:30 pm
Tuesday 12–8:30 pm
Wednesday 12–8:30 pm
Thursday 12–8:30 pm
Friday 12–8:30 pm
Saturday 8:30 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Krav Maga classes on the schedule at True Way Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Krav Maga 34 mentions

“My kids are so excited to start I have four of them and my husband and I are going to start I'm so excited I'm 33 and never done this before so exciting to learn new things.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Awesome place to learn not just martial arts and self defense, but to learn character traits that will carry kids through their entire life.”

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🌱 Beginners

“My kids are so excited to start I have four of them and my husband and I are going to start I'm so excited I'm 33 and never done this before so exciting to learn new things.”

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Other martial arts here

Krav Maga schools are often multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at True Way Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing

“My son and I have participated in the martial arts and kickboxing programs at True way martial arts since last Spring.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the school's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, Muay Thai, boxing, or firearms defense alongside your Krav Maga, confirm the current schedule with the school.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 65 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 supportive, no-ego gym 16 mentions

“The instructors are excellent - encouraging and positive with the many different ability levels and personalities in each class.”

🧠 builds confidence & awareness 16 mentions

“Not only is my daughter learning discipline but she is also learning how to work as a team and be more self aware of everything around her.”

🧒 strong kids program 9 mentions

“Not only is my daughter learning discipline but she is also learning how to work as a team and be more self aware of everything around her.”

🤲 patient, hands-on coaching 8 mentions

“The instructors are not only incredibly skilled but also kind, patient, and genuinely invested in every student’s growth.”

From the reviews

From the moment we walked through the doors, we felt like part of a family. The instructors are not only incredibly skilled but also kind, patient, and genuinely invested in every student’s growth. They go beyond teaching martial arts—they teach life skills like confidence, discipline, and respect.

★★★★★ — Tricia, Oct 2025

Really impressed and thankful for this program. Not only is my daughter learning discipline but she is also learning how to work as a team and be more self aware of everything around her. Mr.G is extremely patient, supportive and understanding.

★★★★★ — Deshliany, Aug 2025

TWMA is wonderful. We have had our children enrolled for about a year and their introduction to Martial Arts has helped them form a dedication which they could not find in any other sport or extracurricular endeavor.

★★★★★ — Kara, Oct 2025

Great atmosphere and even better instructors! Our 2 kids enjoy coming to classes every week and love the techniques that are being taught. They really go above and beyond to help build the students up to be great leaders! They also host really fun and amazing events as well.

★★★★★ — Benny, Oct 2025

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New to Krav Maga? Start at True Way Martial Arts

True Way 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first Krav Maga class at True Way 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.

Krav Maga is a contact activity. Ease in, train at your own pace, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find True Way Martial Arts

1530 McMullen Booth Rd Ste D1, Clearwater, FL33759

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