Authentic Martial Arts Training.
Learn Martial Arts from the Most Highly Trained Team of Instructors in St. Louis.
We’re different than other martial arts training.
We teach “old-school” authentic martial arts – from Odokwon Karate to Tae Kwon Do and Grappling. We do not “give” our belts away. Our belts are earned through hard work and expertise. Our classes accommodate students of all ages. We teach from the age of 4 to 70+.
Our focus is on you. We are dedicated to helping you improve your mind, body, and character through martial arts.
Strength Character Integrity Respect Discipline
USA Martial Arts Academy Instructors - proudly trained by the founder,
Mr. Jim Smothers, Jr.
USA Martial Arts Academy was founded in 1996 by Mr. Jim Smothers, Jr. He was a renowned instructor and competitor with undefeated titles across multiple martial art disciplines. Each of our black belt instructors, ranging from 1st degree to 6th degree, were personally trained by Mr. Smothers, and are ready to share the knowledge they gained from him.
Jim Smothers, Jr.
September 13,1968 - August 27, 2021
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Martial Arts Classes
The classes at USA Martial Arts Academy are structured and divided into small groups of beginners, intermediate and advanced students. Several black belt instructors are assigned to each group so that each student has more individualized training and receives the focus that they require.
We absolutely love helping our martial art students build strength, discipline, and character.
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