Elite Kids Karate

As a guy in my 40s with a family, I sought to learn Mixed Martial Arts and improve my health. After exploring several gyms in Houston and taking trial classes, I discovered Elite MMA. From the moment I walked in, the coaches and staff impressed me with their warm welcome and thorough gym tour. The engagement, professionalism, and pristine facilities stood out as the best I’d seen. Training at Elite MMA, revealed exceptional instruction and a vibrant community. Over 30 years, I’ve trained at various gyms, but Elite MMA’s world-class service, top-tier facilities, and knowledgeable coaching create a uniquely positive, growth-focused environment. Within months, my entire family—my wife and daughters—joined me in training jiu-jitsu and kickboxing. The kids’ and teen programs are outstanding. Coaches foster an engaging, motivating atmosphere while delivering impeccable technical instruction. With their deep martial arts expertise, Hai and Eric attract highly competent coaches who meet each student at their level—whether my five-year-old daughter, my wife with no prior training, or myself, needing to unlearn old habits. The coaching, underpinned by Hai and Eric’s leadership, is unparalleled. For five years, my family trained at Elite MMA multiple times a week. My wife and I earned our blue belts in jiu-jitsu, while our children thrived during their formative years (ages 5–10), training five days a week. ​To have such a challenging, but safe, positive environment fueled their enthusiasm and growth in jiu-jitsu, directly ​d​ue to the empowering journey crafted by Elite MMA’s coaches. Beyond self-defense, discipline, patience, perseverance, and humility, Elite MMA offers something rare: a positive attitude that flows from the founders through every aspect of the gym. This “Elite Family” ​and the community and growth that exist there profoundly impacted us. Relocating due to my career left a void, as Elite MMA and its community are what we miss most about Houston. Without hesitation, I wholeheartedly recommend Elite MMA and Coach Hai Nguyen & Coach Eric Williams. ​Their character, work ethic, and leadership make it an exceptional organization, and my family feels fortunate to have trained there.

10 months ago

I trained here for about 8 months. Great coaching, solid team, and a strong training environment. The sessions are structured, and you can tell the coaches actually care about helping people improve. I learned a lot during my time here and got pushed every session in a good way. It’s a place where you show up, work, and get better. If you’re serious about training, this is a good place to be.

4 months ago

Great place to train! Not only for the physical but for the mental benefits as well. I've been training here for about 2 years and I realized I feel less anxious in everyday life. Muay Thai training is a good stressor, and not much in life can replicate that. Training has helped me immensely. I'd recommend for anyone looking for a great workout, and a place to decompress. It's a great community where everyone wants to help you progress.

5 months ago

I trained at this school for about 6 months, and My son is 4 years old and has been training for about 3 months now. I have to say this school is extremely friendly and authentic. My son was a bit hesitant to get started but Coach Dave and Coach Stephen are excellent at making the kids get excited about what they are going to learn while still maintaining a level of order and discipline. I highly recommend this school.

4 months ago

Elite MMA is an elite gym. My 8 year old son is been going for jujitsu since he was 3. I have been going for cardio kickboxing for 3 years. I will not recommend a better place for you or your child. They treat you like family. Best in Houston.

a year ago