We are CLOSED until 10 June.

Children

Beginner through advanced training in anti-bullying techniques, character development, and leadership through Gracie jiu-jitsu and karate classes

Adults

Beginner through advanced self-defense training in Gracie jiu-jitsu and karate

Women

Women Empowered is a comprehensive self-defense program for women based on proven verbal, physical, and psychological defense strategies tested and proven effective over nearly two decades.

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu: The world’s most effective self-defense system taught using safe, structured programs suitable for everyone regardless of age, gender, or athletic ability.

Welcome to

Norfolk Karate Academy / Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Norfolk

Norfolk Karate Academy/Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Norfolk is neither a chain nor a franchise. Our students receive personal attention with instruction tailored to individual needs in an atmosphere that promotes teamwork, camaraderie, and individual growth. We don't believe in gimmicks or fads. Nor do we promise martial arts training will be fast or easy. We do promise to make you a COMPETENT, CONFIDENT, and COMPLETE martial artist. Whether you're a child, teen, adult, senior, man, or woman -- you will find our approach to martial arts training to be a positive life-changing experience that can improve your physical and mental health while teaching you to protect yourself against an attacker. We offer a no-risk guarantee of satisfaction. Train with us FOR FREE FOR TEN CONSECUTIVE DAYS. If you're not satisfied, then simply return your uniform...that's it!. At Norfolk Karate Academy / Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Norfolk, you can do it!
--- Bill Odom, Master Instructor

We are CLOSED from 16-31 March to limit the spread of the coronavirus. Check our Facebook page and your email for detailed updates on our status and online training opportunities.

EXPERT INSTRUCTION

All classes taught by Mr. Odom or instructors personally trained and certified by him or Gracie University.
Tang Soo Do - grounded in timeless traditions with practical applications for today's challenges.
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu - the world's most effective self-defense techniques.
Gracie Bullyproof - ensure your child is ready to face life without fear of intimidation by others.
Gracie Women Empowered - women's self-defense tactics and techniques that really work.
PeeWee Karate - for the youngest martial artist in your home.
Yoga - inhale, exhale, and inspire yourself through the yoga experience
Flexible schedule with night and weekend classes -- beginning adults can attend up to 7 classes each week!
Structured Curriculum - tailored programs for Children and Adults.

NORFOLK'S LARGEST MARTIAL ARTS FACILITY

Level 4 Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Certified Training Center
Spacious, clean, well-equipped gym.
Padded floor for safe training.
Two large training areas and outdoor training space - over 5000 sf
Private training room
Large changing rooms
Full line of strength training equipment
Conveniently located next to Old Dominion University
Guest observation/waiting area

Ten Consecutive Days of Free Training

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Norfolk Karate Academy has brought together a community of martial arts practitioners from all walks of life who share a passion for learning. There is something for everyone here, with classes for kids and adults at all levels and a self-defense program specifically for women. Whether you start as a complete beginner to martial arts as I did, or have many years of experience under your belt, you will find the atmosphere supportive yet challenging enough to keep you growing and improving. -- Gabriel Robinson

Everything they claim and more. If you are looking for practical martial arts instruction, look no further. -- Drew Stephenson

State of the art instruction, and no ego in this place; it feels like family. Very proud to call this my dojo. -- Ryan Mekkes

Norfolk Karate Academy

Gracie Jiujitsu Norfolk