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Winners For Life ATA Concord Mills
4.8 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Concord, North Carolina
Certified school — reviews and the school's own info point to a recognized Krav Maga certifying organization (think Krav Maga Worldwide, IKMF, KMG or Krav Maga Alliance). If certification matters to you, ask which organization they're certified through and what certification level their instructors hold.
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 4–18) — 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
- LE & military training for law enforcement, military, and security professionals — ask about dedicated or group programs
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule winnersma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (704) 992-6400
Hours
| Monday | 2–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 2–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 2–9 PM |
| Thursday | 2–9 PM |
| Friday | 2–9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“As a mother, one of the most important things I want for my child is adults who encourage him to do his best and support him as he grows in self-confidence.”
“For example, classes for beginners are not strictly Monday and Wednesday at such and such time.”
What students say
“Instructor Dante is really absolutely amazing !”
“When we signed up he received a free uniform & was celebrated with a warm welcome after his first class.”
“So many kids his age doing “hard” routines, being respectful and paying honor to their parents is so encouraging.”
“As a mother, one of the most important things I want for my child is adults who encourage him to do his best and support him as he grows in self-confidence.”
“Goss I just knew this was exactly where I wanted my son to be. Love that you can actually try it for 7 days and see if it works for you and your child.”
“The coaches are incredibly patient, encouraging, and genuinely invested in each child’s success.”
From the reviews
We couldn’t be happier with this team! The instructors truly go above and beyond for every single student. They don’t just teach Taekwondo—they teach discipline, confidence, respect, and perseverance. My kid has grown so much not only in their skills but also in their character since joining.
My son Josiah just recently started taking classes here , & he already loves it. All he could talk about was being a karate kid & I’m so glad I found this school. When we signed up he received a free uniform & was celebrated with a warm welcome after his first class.
“I can’t say enough good things about Winners for Life ATA (Concord Mills). The instructors are highly skilled, patient, and truly care about every student’s progress. My daughter has grown so much in confidence, focus, and discipline since joining, and they look forward to every class.
As a mother, one of the most important things I want for my child is adults who encourage him to do his best and support him as he grows in self-confidence. I have found that with Winners for Life…My son will be testing for his 3rd degree black belt soon.
New to Krav Maga? Start at Winners For Life ATA Concord Mills
Winners For Life ATA Concord Mills 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 Winners For Life ATA Concord Mills
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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