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Victory Martial Arts Academy

5 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in McDonough, Georgia

Krav Maga school Free intro Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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 4–12) — built around confidence, focus, and staying safe
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule victorymartialartsschool.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (678) 583-1832

Hours

Monday 12–8 PM
Tuesday 12–8 PM
Wednesday 12–8 PM
Thursday 12–8 PM
Friday 8 AM–7:30 PM
Saturday Closed
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 Victory Martial Arts Academy, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Krav Maga 38 mentions

“My daughter has attended this school for over 4 years- DEFINITELY one of the best programs for discipline and overall physical development.”

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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 Victory Martial Arts Academy — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🏟️ MMA

“I have had 30 + years of Martial Arts, Self Defense and MMA training experience.”

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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 25 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 supportive, no-ego gym 11 mentions

“The Martinez family really invest in the kids and it shows, they share in their victories and make you feel like family!”

🧠 builds confidence & awareness 8 mentions

“They also offer a trial program that is no cost, this displayed confidence in their school and their ability to help the students reach their goals.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“My daughter has no interest in sports but loves her martial arts study and gets upset if we have to miss a class.”

🤲 patient, hands-on coaching 4 mentions

“They’ve been patient with them and want every student to be successful in their martial arts practice.”

From the reviews

My 5-year-old has expressed how much he loves this after school program. There was a mix up with my transportation change today, so he did not get on the bus after school. I was heartbroken that I let him down. Victory Martial Arts offered and DID send someone BACK to the school to pick him up.

★★★★★ — Teresa, Nov 2019

I have had 30 + years of Martial Arts, Self Defense and MMA training experience. I have visited Victory Martial Arts Academy in McDonough several times. Each time I was thoroughly impressed with the level of instruction and the environment within the school.

★★★★★ — Dion, Jun 2016

The Martinez family really care about their students. They are firm but caring and have helped increase the kind confidence in my children that the world needs more of!

★★★★★ — P., Aug 2019

EXCELLENT curriculum! My daughter has attended this school for over 4 years- DEFINITELY one of the best programs for discipline and overall physical development. Love it!!!... and so do all the children!

★★★★★ — Claude, Apr 2019

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 25 reviews →

New to Krav Maga? Start at Victory Martial Arts Academy

Victory Martial Arts Academy 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first Krav Maga class at Victory Martial Arts Academy

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 Victory Martial Arts Academy

396 Keys Ferry St, McDonough, GA30253

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