Business Details
23 Years
experience
Empowering Lifelong Martial Arts Training in Jensen Beach
Founded in 2003, Black Belt Leadership Academy delivers transformative martial arts instruction rooted in Shaolin Kung Fu and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu traditions. Our programs cater to children, teens, and adults across the Treasure Coast, emphasizing physical fitness, mental discipline, and personal safety. With over 20 years of collective teaching experience, our instructors specialize in dynamic self-defense techniques, character development, and competitive training formats.We integrate traditional martial arts philosophy with modern fitness principles to create holistic programs that build confidence, leadership skills, and physical resilience. Our facility in Jensen Beach serves communities including Stuart, Palm City, and Port St. Lucie, offering structured classes for all skill levels from beginner to advanced practitioners.
Services
Shaolin Kung Fu
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Self-Defense Classes
Leadership Programs
Kids Martial Arts
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined martial arts instruction experience
- Our curriculum combines Shaolin Kung Fu and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu traditions
- We provide leadership development and personal safety programs
- Our facility offers free introductory classes for new students
- Our instructors hold active competition and teaching certifications
What people say
What a Blast!!
Great time at events
Learn valuable leadership skills
Effective self-defense techniques
Successful summer camps
Services
Shaolin Kung Fu
Our authentic Shaolin Kung Fu program teaches Long Fist and Eagle Claw techniques developed over centuries. Students learn striking, grappling, and weapon forms while building physical strength and mental discipline. This traditional Chinese martial art develops self-defense capabilities, competition skills, and cultural understanding for practitioners aged four and above.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes focus on ground fighting techniques that enable smaller individuals to defend against larger opponents through leverage and proper technique. We offer No-Gi training formats for competitive athletes and practical self-defense applications for real-world situations, with dedicated programs for kids and adults.
Self-Defense Classes
Our specialized self-defense programs teach practical techniques for real-world scenarios. Children learn abduction awareness skills while teens and adults develop situational awareness and defensive tactics. The curriculum incorporates Eagle Claw Chin-Na joint locks and modern defensive strategies tailored for different age groups and experience levels.
Leadership Programs
Our leadership development courses combine martial arts training with character building principles. Through structured programs like Youth Counselor Leadership and After School Martial Arts, participants develop confidence, respect, and communication skills while earning volunteer hours and building community connections.
Kids Martial Arts
We offer age-specific martial arts instruction starting at age four, including Little Dragons and Junior Shaolin Warriors programs. These classes focus on physical development, safety awareness, and positive social interactions through engaging, game-based learning formats that build foundational martial arts skills and positive character traits.
People
Sifu Kevin Ritter
Master Instructor
With over 25 years of martial arts teaching experience, Sifu Kevin Ritter established the academy in 2003 after teaching in Massachusetts since 1988. He specializes in traditional Shaolin Kung Fu and has developed nationally recognized programs that combine self-defense with character development.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We specialize in Shaolin Kung Fu (Long Fist and Eagle Claw forms) and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, offering both traditional training and modern self-defense applications.
Are there programs for different age groups?
Yes, we offer age-specific programs from ages 4 through adults, including specialized youth leadership training and competitive formats for advanced practitioners.
Do you offer summer camp programs?
Our Martial Arts Summer Camp includes half-day and full-day options with activities like kung fu, grappling, and anti-bullying training at $130-$180 per session.
Can I try a class before committing?
We offer free introductory classes for all new students to experience our training environment and instructional methods before enrollment.
Are there competition opportunities?
Yes, we participate in North American Grappling Association tournaments and provide competition preparation programs for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu students.
What safety measures do you have in place?
Our certified instructors emphasize proper technique and control while teaching abduction awareness and self-defense skills in structured, supervised training environments.
