The Martial Arts Center

My daughter and I joined The Martial Arts Center together in February. I am getting so much out of class, not only am I already seeing physical improvements in myself, but am also benefiting from a psychological standpoint. I am enjoying the other students of all levels, backgrounds and ages, getting to know them and learning from them as well. I am very impressed with the school Shihan Michael and his team have built and specifically how he teaches, making the classes interesting, challenging, fun and serious all at the same time. I highly recommend this program and hope to see you there.

I am very happy for sending my three kids to Dojo. Shihan and Sempai both are good instructors.

Shihan Mike Hernandez is a very nice and knowledgable person, but he is too boring for 4 and 5 years old kids. Prior Shihan was really good, but left unfortunately.

Having trained at two different dojos for 15 years when I was younger, I knew what I was looking for. I looked at a dozen places in Atlanta before I found TMACenter and right away I could see it was the best place. The instructors really know what they’re doing and why they’re doing it, and can explain it clearly. Safety is always first and I’m learning tons every night! As soon as my kids are old enough, they’ll be enrolled here too.

I love this Dojo. Everyone here are friendly and we can learn both Karate and Jujitsu at the same time!

The Martial Arts Center is an outstanding venue from not only the martial arts perspective but also as a place of enriching one’s mental state and constantly building one’s physical strength through effective exercises. I attended for over 2 years and if I had not had to relocate to another state I would still be there today.
Shihan Hernandez is the real deal. His knowledge of Karate as well as the history and culture surrounding is as great as his skill in the art, which is to say substantial. He’s not afraid to get down on the mat and be totally active in every aspect of the lesson at hand. You can expect to be constantly challenged to reach higher goals under his teaching, but don’t let that intimidate you. Everyone in the dojo is warm and welcoming, and it doesn’t take long to feel like your classmates are an extension of your family. You can grow at as fast a pace as you feel comfortable. In a given class you will work with everyone from brand new white belts to highly experienced black belts, and I’ve never felt like my rank determined my treatment in class.
In addition to Karate, expect lessons in Jujitsu, self defenses, stretching, massage, and physical challenges to promote fitness. There are also kick boxing classes available which are very popular. On Saturdays, Karate classes are held which typically involve 1 on 1 sparring, which is very fun for all ranks and a serious workout.
This is not a «McDojo» where you simply hand over a check and in return get a colored belt. Expect an all-​around education in practical martial arts. It’s a great time to be had, and the teachings will stay with you wherever you go.

I have watched my son grow and develop under Sensei Mike Hernandez’ leadership. The teacher is kind, firm, and inspirational. Every 4-​year-​old should give this a try. My son is now six, and although we could practice more at home, he smiles and works hard the whole class. We attend three times a week — and he has risen to a blue-​belt. Give this art a try!