Saldivar Martial Arts

Our family-friendly martial arts dojo helps students build confidence, discipline, focus, and self-defense skills in a fun, supportive environment.

What We Offer

Class for All

Skill Levels

 

No matter your skill we have engaging classes for all ages.

Fully Qualified

Instructors

 

Our expert martial art instructors have earned their black belts and proud to teach others

Get Fit &

Healthy

 

In addition to martial arts skills, our classes promote improved fitness and a healthier lifestyle.

Traditional

Karate

 

Karate has specific lessons that are taught to our students

 

Happy Students

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Anna Villanueva
15 April 2026
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This is such a family friendly environment! My kids have been attending classes for 2 years now and have grown so much, in both strength and character. The after school program is so helpful to working parents. I know my children are loved and cared for at Saldivar. The family along with all their instructors and staff are kind, intentional, and skilled. I love that Saldivar Martial Arts is so rooted in their faith. They don't push it on you, but rather invite you in through their actions. They live God's Word every day, in every encounter. Plus the fun events they host are always a good time!
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Jessica Saenz
13 April 2026
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We love the Saldivar dojo, they have an awesome facility with a gym and shower. The staff is amazing and they treat everyone like family, kids and adults are all welcome and their skill set is outstanding! The Odom’s family, Master Richard “Black Eagle” Odom’s teaches the MMA class and he and his family represent multiple martial arts disciplines as well.We Love the Saldivar and Odoms families and we are grateful for all they have taught us!
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Jennifer Wood
23 October 2025
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I recently signed my elementary aged child up for their after school program. The family that owns this place are SO genuine and sweet! The teenage daughter helps out and provided the tour. She is an absolute doll! The prices. I had my kid in after school daycare, and I'm saving $200 a MONTH with her being here! She's payed attention to, she's learning a level of respect that no parent can teach their child. She's stimulated and getting exercise and being shown an amount of kindness and understanding you rarely find anymore. I cannot stress enough the personability this family has. People of all ages can learn here. They have a gym for members, for family members of members. They have women's defense classes! They have so much here, and I am a little bitter about leaving this review because this little gem is amazing. But I also cant keep it to myself because everyone deserves diamonds ^.^
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Richard
14 May 2025
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My girls have been going here for a year and we’ve loved it so much that I decided to start kickboxing classes as well! What makes this dojo so great is that Mr. Saldivar expects everyone to become like a family as they progress and grow together in friendship as your face strife and challenges. He also happens to be one of the nicest guys you could ever want to meet. He expects respect of the dojo and he honors the old ways, but he won’t let that get in the way of having a lot of fun and truly motivating you in a positive way.
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MP
8 March 2025
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Very welcoming environment and teaches kids very well. Teaches respect self-worth, and much more too. I recommend, if I could rate higher I would.
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Brandt “Tank” Just sayin’
3 May 2024
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I've been attending kickboxing classes at Saldivar Martial Arts' dojo for about 2 1/2 months. I wish I had started years ago! Really great and supportive staff, helpful and friendly students, and a great program that has developed my kickboxing skills while advancing my physical fitness goals. Like all activities, you get back what you put into it. However, Mr. Saldivar and the entire staff will encourage and push each student to improve physically, mentally, and spiritually with every class, whether one is a beginner or an old-pro. SMA tailors the kickboxing program to meet each student where they are at regarding age, fitness level, and skill level. Even in larger classes, Sensei Saldivar and his staff will carefully observe the students and provide individual instruction and corrections for poor, hazardous, or inefficient habits as needed. Classes are fun, challenging, and well organized to help you become an even better you. Come join us for a class and see what a difference it makes to be part of a diverse group of like-minded, fitness-oriented, friendly, martial artists trying to better themselves and others. Update: I've been here almost 11 months now, and I still love this place, these people, and the program. Now, all my kids are involved and advancing with me while building self-confidence and sef-defense skills. I have personally improved physically, mentally, and spiritually. I'm down to 245lbs from 275 lbs when I started and am still dropping. I get compliments all the time now about how much weight I've lost or how much I've trimmed up. It is truly a wonderful place and a wonderful program for fitness, fun, and personal development. Come check it out!!
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Swift Movers
8 November 2023
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Great Place ! Great atmosphere and very kind staff. Our children have learn so much from this place. They give a great show too!

Training Programs

Muay Thai & Cardio Kickboxing

Our martial art programs include Korean Tae-Kwon-Do, Japanese style forms, Muay Thai, and American Karate.

Family Discounts

A Family that KICKS Together, Sticks Together! Family Discounts Available! Now our program offers a 50% tuition on the 3rd member and 75% off the 4th and any additional members in your household.

Traditional Martial Arts

Karate can be practiced as an art, self defense, or as a combat sport. Traditional Karate places emphasis on self-development.

Dojo Word of the Month

Attitude

state of mind, outlook on life, reaction to any situation

Mainland Location

7860 Mainland Dr Suite A, San Antonio, TX 78250

De Zevala Location

4439 De Zavala Rd, San Antonio, TX 78249

Meet Your Sensei

Mathew Saldivar

Head Instructor / Founder

“Karate can be practiced as an art, self-defense, or as a combat sport. Traditional karate places emphasis on self-development.”

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