Kudo Academies of Martial Arts

Kudo Academies probably have the best dojo on the coast for children and parents to practice kickboxing and ju-jitsu.
You were there? Please send us your evaluation and grade.
We would love to hear from your family!

Kudo Academies is a family business led by sensei Carl Norman (5th dan in ju-jitsu and 4th dan in kickboxing). It opened in Marbella in fall 2008 and has since enjoyed a very loyal following from children as young as 5 years old, and their parents.

Location: Across from the McDonald´s in Crta. de Ojén. Coming from Puerto Banus on A-7, take the exit to La Cañada. When you come to the roundabout, the dojo is exactly in the basement of the right-corner building, direction Marbella center.
Tel: +34 667 41 90 64
Website: www.kudoacademies.com/

MarbellaFamilyFun grade: 10

Son's evaluation: I train martial arts at Kudo Academies and it is very good for defending your self and getting stronger. They have life-skill badges like confidence, self-control, courtesy, speed, indomitable spirit... that will help you be the perfect ninja. There is a bar where you can have a coffee and read a book. Not far from there is McDonald´s and La Cañada. (February 2009) Grade: 10

Daughter's evaluation: Kudo academies is a great place for kids to get their belts. The trainers are fun and kind. At Kudo Academies, you can learn ju-jitsu or kickboxing and it´s also good for exercise. They teach you that ju-jitsu is not for fighting but if you are in great danger that you may have to use it and they make sure you understand that. They give you badges that your parents and teachers have to sign. (February 2009) Grade: 10

Mom's evaluation:I never thought I´d ever get into martial arts as it simply wasn´t "my thing". However, the quality of teachers at Kudo Academies and the motivation they give has made me an addict. I enjoy taking kickboxing classes three times a week while my kids take the jiu jitsu/kickboxing classes three times a week as well. I never thought that my daughter would get involved in this type of sport ever either, but it just proves that when you´ve got a winning combination of great teachers and friendly atmosphere you can do just about anything. My kids have been attending this class since September 2009 and are still going strong. They usually get bored with other activities after a few months, but I haven´t heard a peep from them so far. The program includes a "life-skills" program that instills the qualities of perseverance, self-control, confidence and more that really falls into the daily life of my kids. We have to sign off that they have achieved these qualities in order for them to receive a badge (which they sew onto their ghees), so we squeeze these opportunities out like a lemon. Our kids have to SHOW us for real that they have exercised self-control (a very hard thing to do among siblings). There are other families that are making martial arts a family tradition. It´s actually motivating for every member of the family. No one can back out now as this has become a family mission to get our black belts! I also love the fact that the kids are learning about different parts of the body as well as count to 10 in Japanese. There is plenty to learn at this academy as they offer so much more than just an exercise class. The facility itself is top quality and very clean. No sweaty guys and smelly rooms in this place. Weapons of all types hang on the wall and the equipment we use is brand new, which is such a pleasure to use and fascinating to even just look at. (February 2009) Grade: 10

Dad's evaluation: We have found in Kudo Academies another 'family project' since all members of our family are training hard to get their next belt in Ju-jitsu and kickboxing! This is a real dojo, with all the equipment you could wish for. The atmosphere is very friendly and family focused. The two coaches, Carl and Daniel, are the top; and Kerry always welcomes guests with a big smile. (February 2009) Grade: 10

Natasha´s family (Marbella) grade: 10

Mom: Kudo Academies - Очень интересно построены уроки. Интенсивность уроков мне тоже нравиться. Моему сыну 11 лет и я бы хотела чтобы он занимался активно спортом. После занятий Ju-Jitsu он весь мокрый, а утром у него иногда болят мышцы. Значит хорошо поработал. Атмосфера очень хорошая. Есть работа на результат (пояса), есть цель. Три педагога на занятиях это тоже очень здорово, не дают сачковать и следят, чтобы удары и движения выполнялись верно. Замечательно, что дополнительно есть помощь в воспитании и работе над собой (система баджей-нашивок). (August 2009)

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Kudo Academies - It´s very interesting how these classes are constructed. I like the intensity of the classes too. My son is 11 years old and I would like him to train really hard. He´s completely sweaty after a jiu-jitsu class, and in the morning the next day sometimes his muscles hurt. The atmosphere is really great. The kids work for results (belts), so there´s a goal. It´s also really great that there are three teachers to a class. They don´t let the kids slack off and are watching them so that each punch and movement is done correctly. It´s wonderful that there is extra help in education and self help with the achievement badges. (August 2009) Grade: 10

Marion´s family (Estepona) grade: 9.5

Girl (16 yrs): Love the energy of the place - really cool workplace. Great for gaining confidence (May 2009) Grade: 10

Mom: Zoe has loved going to the kick boxing, so enthusiastic and satisfied. (February 2009) Grade: 9.0