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Hi, I'm Joshua Palmer

and I am the owner of Pride Martial Arts. When I was a child, I began my martial arts journey and the positive impact it had on my life was remarkable. It was always my dream to someday own my own school in Parkville, Gladstone, & Smithville and create an enjoyable environment for students to improve their fitness while building the confidence they can carry into their everyday lives. Take advantage of one of our amazing web specials today – join us as we empower ourselves and our community with martial arts!

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ATA TIGERS

The ATA Tiger program was developed specifically for preschool-age children ages 3 through 6 and is designed to be accessible to students of all abilities and genders.

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Martial Arts Kids

ATA Martial Arts Kids is a specialized program created exclusively for children ages 7 through 12 and teaches the fundamentals of martial arts. The foundation of the Martial Arts Kids curriculum is the education and development of life skills such as discipline, respect, and self-esteem. With those life skills, students gain a positive mental attitude, learn to set goals and gain confidence in themselves.

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TEEN MARTIAL ARTS

At Pride Martial Arts , it is our goal to create a safe and encouraging learning environment, where they can learn self-defense, discipline, and confidence.

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ADULT MARTIAL ARTS

Learn self-defense, build confidence, and get in the best shape of your lives! Martial arts has tons of physical, mental and social benefits, suitable for anyone and everyone. Become part of something positive and learn new skills from trained martial arts professionals. It’s easy to get started—Enroll in martial arts classes today!

Children’s Programs

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The best martial arts program for kids, ever.

Adult Programs

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From traditional martial arts to more contemporary MMA styles

Just 4 Kids

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From traditional martial arts to more contemporary MMA styles

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From traditional Martial Arts

to Krav Maga, and Kickboxing

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4.6 Over 41 Reviews

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Michael Bishop 3 months ago

Fantastic school. The instructors are great. I have four kids taking classes and they all enjoy it. Great workout for them as well.

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Blythe Heits 5 months ago

Pride Martial Arts has been amazing with our son!

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Huston Snell 7 months ago

I wish I could give this place 100 stars. Palmer and his instructors are amazing. They meet every student on their own level and inspire growth. I for awhile wondered if this was beneficial for my 9 year old going on his third year. That was quickly answered when I surprised him in our pool and grabbed him from behind… He quickly created space using self defense tactics. My whole family laughed and I threatened him he’d never come back.lol although that’s why my children are here. Not only do they gain important survival skills but also to learn discipline and self respect.

Thank you pride martial arts.

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Huston Snell 7 months ago

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Natalie Singletary 9 months ago

Pride is a place where you can learn martial arts and take away much more. Respect, integrity and self-esteem are fostered in a positive environment. Pride has experienced and skilled instructors that manage large classes excellently and make hard work fun! Definitely a place to go if you are interested in martial arts, self defense or kick boxing!!!

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Abdul Kumi 9 months ago

Great team of instructors who make the experience fun and take time to make sure children leave the center happy. Thank you to all the staff!

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Thomas L Pritchard 11 months ago

Very professional staff.They are knowledgable of their craft and offer a varied curriculum of martial arts training to all age groups. I spent 37 years in the military noncommissioned officer corps, achieved multiple specialties and retired as a senior NCO. Much of my career was focused on training and developing junior enlisted soldiers to be the best fighting force and able to serve at their optimum level regardless of the challenges they would face in combat.

Personally, I find the PMA staff, with their degree of professionalism , carefully taught training methodologies, positive attitude and 1:1 instruction of techniques on par with any hand to hand combative classes I ever received while in the military. I have found them to be welcoming, encouraging and always helpful in classes. I am almost 71 years old and convinced this is a much better active fitness fit for me than any other "senior" program I could participate in.

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Adriana Vieyra 11 months ago

I decided to do a 2-week trial a while back and have loved it ever since. I love the challenge every time I come to class. Mrs. Park is awesome, and everyone in class is always so welcoming and friendly. Highly recommended!!

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brad darnell 11 months ago