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Vision Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 207 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Cary, North Carolina

Krav Maga school Beginners welcome Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • 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 — built around confidence, focus, and staying safe
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  • Website & schedule vmanc.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 919-303-3099

Hours

Monday 3–9 pm
Tuesday 3–9 pm
Wednesday 3–9 pm
Thursday 3–9 pm
Friday 3–7 pm
Saturday 9 am–1 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 Vision Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Krav Maga 20 mentions

“They give us a job list to complete at home each week to get each week a start as a reward since Sunday my son is very excited to complete each one of them.”

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🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced martial artist, they tailor the training to meet your needs and help you grow.”

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Teens

“Vision Martial Arts has been a fundamental and critical part of both of my kids’ lives from elementary school through high school and beyond.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Master Beddow is a very charismatic and respected leader, and teaches the children good values along with self defense.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 207 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, real-world instruction 2 mentions

“Master Beddow is an amazing instructor and is especially great with kids.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“The school has a wide range of students, from as young as three year old to adults, both male and female, which really shows how welcoming and inclusive the environment is.”

🤝 supportive, no-ego gym 9 mentions

“Master Beddow stand out with their exceptional positive energy, which creates an engaging and encouraging environment for the students.”

🧠 builds confidence & awareness 8 mentions

“Self-esteem, respect, discipline, communication, honesty, and belief are all values they endorse and discuss on a regular basis within their curriculum.”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“My kids have found a lot of self confidence from taking martial arts and has helped with discipline and responsibility.”

💵 good value / fair pricing 2 mentions

“Master Beddow is a very charismatic and respected leader, and teaches the children good values along with self defense.”

From the reviews

Vision Martial Arts on Ten Ten Road in Cary, NC is a phenomenal martial arts school within the ATA organization!! They have outstanding instructors, a thoroughly structured program, and demonstrate exemplary leadership!

★★★★★ — Kristen, Dec 2021

Our son has been attending Vision Martial Arts for about 6 months now and we love it. There are many martial arts studios, but this particular one is doing everything right. Master Beddow is a very charismatic and respected leader, and teaches the children good values along with self defense. Mrs.

★★★★★ — Jp, Apr 2017

We decide to put our son Zinedine to Vision Martial Art in TEN TEN (CARY) to learn how to defend himself and the main point to get discipline. They give us a job list to complete at home each week to get each week a start as a reward since Sunday my son is very excited to complete each one of them.

★★★★★ — Ivette, Mar 2025

Vision Martial Arts of Cary is amazing Master and Mrs Beddow are wonderful instructors. They have helped give my kids confidence and made lifelong friends. I would recommend Vision Martial Arts of Cary on Ten Ten.

★★★★★ — Jennifer, Dec 2025

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New to Krav Maga? Start at Vision Martial Arts

Vision Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly school, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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.

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Your first Krav Maga class at Vision 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 Vision Martial Arts

3460 Ten-Ten Rd Ste 114, Cary, NC27518

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