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- Location
5666 Overton Ridge Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76132
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- Hours
Mon-Fri: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sat: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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Choose Your Preferred Martial Arts
Kids Karate
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Kids’ Karate classes provide a dynamic and engaging introduction to the traditional martial art of Karate, designed specifically for young learners. Students are guided through fundamental striking techniques such as punches, kicks, and blocks, while also learning stances, movement, and basic self-defense skills. Beyond physical training, Karate instills important life values—discipline, focus, respect, and perseverance—helping children build confidence and develop strong character. Classes are structured to be both fun and challenging, ensuring kids stay motivated as they improve coordination, fitness, and social skills in a safe, supportive environment.
Adult Karate
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Adult Karate classes offer an authentic experience of traditional martial arts, combining physical training with personal growth. Students practice core striking techniques—including punches, kicks, blocks, and open-hand strikes—while also refining stances, footwork, and defensive strategies. Training develops strength, flexibility, and coordination, but just as importantly, it sharpens focus, discipline, and resilience. Whether you are seeking improved fitness, stress relief, or a deeper connection to martial arts philosophy, Adult Karate provides a structured path to self-improvement and confidence, both inside and outside the dojo.
Kickboxing/MMA
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Kickboxing & MMA training delivers a high-intensity, full-spectrum martial arts experience that blends striking and grappling into one dynamic system. Students develop powerful punches, kicks, knees, and elbows from kickboxing and Muay Thai, while also learning takedowns, clinch work, and ground control drawn from wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. This combination builds explosive strength, endurance, and agility while sharpening practical self-defense skills. Beyond physical benefits, Kickboxing & MMA training enhances focus, discipline, and confidence, challenging students to push limits and achieve peak performance in both fitness and mindset.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a grappling-based martial art that specializes in ground fighting, submissions, and positional control. Rather than relying on brute strength, BJJ emphasizes leverage, timing, and precise technique to neutralize and overcome larger or stronger opponents. Practitioners learn how to transition through positions, escape from disadvantageous situations, and gradually work toward a dominant position. The ultimate objective is to force the opponent to submit through carefully applied joint locks or chokeholds, demonstrating the art’s effectiveness in both sport competition and real-world self-defense.
Martial Arts Classes
Fort Worth, TX
Unleash Your Inner Warrior
At TX Black Belt Academy Fort Worth, we help kids, teens, and adults develop confidence, focus, and discipline through martial arts. Our programs in Kids Karate, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing, and Adult Karate are led by certified instructors who create a supportive, family-friendly atmosphere. Students of all ages gain practical self-defense skills, mental resilience, and lifelong respect for themselves and others.
Located in one of Texas’s fastest-growing cities, our Fort Worth academy is a trusted destination for families and professionals seeking to build strength in body and mind. Parents appreciate our convenient schedules, welcoming community, and the real-world benefits martial arts training provides beyond the dojo.
Why families and professionals in Fort Worth choose us:
- Convenient location near major highways – easily accessible from I-20, I-30, and I-35, making it simple for families across Fort Worth and Tarrant County to train.
- Serving key neighborhoods – trusted by families from Tanglewood, Overton Park, Heritage, and Arlington Heights for quality martial arts training close to home.
- Connected with Fort Worth ISD schools – many students attend Tanglewood Elementary, McLean Middle, and Paschal High, creating opportunities to train with classmates and peers.
- Flexible evening and weekend programs – designed to fit into busy schedules for student-athletes, parents balancing work, and professionals seeking stress relief and fitness.
- Active in community traditions – engaged in Fort Worth events such as the Stock Show & Rodeo, Mayfest, and neighborhood festivals, showcasing our commitment to the city’s culture and families.
WHY LEARN FROM TX BLACK BELT ACADEMY
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
Fitness for all ages offers many benefits to the mind and body. At the TX Black Belt Academy, you’ll improve more than just your physical fitness.
DISCIPLINE
Regularly attending classes, pushing physical limits, and mastering techniques instills discipline.
CONFIDENCE
Learning to defend yourself nurtures a greater sense of personal safety and reduces fear and anxiety in daily life.
FOCUS
The intensity of training helps develop the ability to focus on movement and execution under pressure.
RESPECT
Why TXBBA?
Confidence That Lasts – Students gain lasting self-belief through progress on the mats.
Sharper Focus & Discipline – Training develops mental clarity, persistence, and self-control.
Respect & Positive Attitude – Emphasis on respect for partners and humility in learning.
Practical Self-Defense – Leverage-based skills give students tools to defend against stronger opponents.
Engaging, Challenging Training – Every class offers new learning and opportunities to grow.
Supportive Community – Students train in a welcoming, respectful environment.
Flexible Training Schedule – Multiple weekly classes fit easily into busy lives.
Meet The Instructors
Donnie Bedore
Karate, MMA, & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Donnie loves martial arts because it offers peace of mind and confidence. He uses a dynamic teaching method that helps students feel engaged in class and better retain what they learn. With almost 20 years of experience, Donnie has a passion for teaching because he gets to see the growth in his students and how martial arts makes an impact in their lives.
Landon Bedore
Karate & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Landon Bedore has been dedicated to martial arts since he was ten years old. With over a decade of experience, he holds two black belts. He now has a 4th degree in Karate and a 1st degree in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Landon’s commitment to martial arts goes beyond physical training; he believes it can transform lives by building confidence, self-discipline, and self-esteem. He brings passion and expertise to every class, ensuring an engaging and supportive environment for all his students at TXBBA Fort Worth.
Jacob Bedore
Karate & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Jacob has been a dedicated martial arts practitioner for over 14 years, bringing much experience and passion to TXBBA Fort Worth. His belief in the transformative power of martial arts stems from the profound impact it has had on his own life. Jacob is a firm advocate of the idea that martial arts not only teach valuable skills but also boost confidence, self-discipline, and self-esteem. He ensures every class is enjoyable and educational, creating a positive and motivating environment for all his students.
Celeena Bedore
Karate, BJJ, & Fitness Kickboxing
With 14 years of experience, Celeena loves teaching martial arts because she meets various new people and teaches them a practice that builds self-confidence and self-defense skills. Her teaching method breaks down each practice step by step so students can quickly grasp concepts and master skills.
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Fort Worth TXBBA
- Phone
- Location
5666 Overton Ridge Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76132
- Hours
Mon-Fri: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sat: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Holiday Hours
- New Year’s Day – Closed
- Memorial Day – Closed
- Independence Day – Closed
- Labor Day – Closed
- Thanksgiving Day – Closed
- Christmas Eve – Closed
- Christmas Day – Closed
- New Year’s Eve – Closed
Fort Worth TXBBA
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Many of our students attend schools all school levels. Our class schedules are designed to complement local school hours so kids can train after class and still have time for homework and family.
Yes — TX Black Belt Academy regularly participates local parades, and school demonstrations. We believe martial arts should be part of the larger community and love showcasing our students’ skills at local events.
Parents often tell us they see changes in confidence, focus, and self-discipline within just a few weeks. Kids become more respectful at home, more attentive in school, and excited about setting personal goals.