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Tigers Martial Arts
in Petaluma
The perfect blend of building gross motor skills and having TONS of fun! Our Tigers martial arts program is for preschool aged children to 6 years old! This outstanding program in Petaluma gives your little one the tools they need to prepare for school and life.
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Martial Arts Kids
in Petaluma
Our martial arts kids program in Petaluma gives your child the tools they need to protect themselves with self defense, but it also equips them with incredible life skills like focus, discipline, respect, and more! Watch them improve in school, too! Ages 7-12.
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Teen Martial Arts
in Petaluma
The ultimate tech alternative that gets teens active and engaged- and helps them feel confident, too. Help your teen make friends and get off their screens with our teen martial arts classes in Petaluma!
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Adult Martial Arts
in Petaluma
Great friends, great fun- crush your fitness goals with our adult martial arts classes in Petaluma. Learn self defense skills and martial arts together while having a ton of fun. No more boring workouts!
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Camps... when school's not in session!
in Petaluma
Looking for activities for your child over breaks from school? Give your child an experience they won't forget and sign up for a camp! We have camps all throughout the year!
Martial arts changes lives.
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Martial arts changes lives.
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After School Program
in Petaluma
Right when your child gets out of school, Schafer's ATA is there waiting to teach some martial arts! We offer after school programs onsite at several schools in town once a week. Check to see if your school has a program!
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Birthday Parties
in Petaluma
Stop trying to reinvent the wheel! Birthday parties should be fun and not a ton of work! Enjoy watching your kids have fun!
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why CHOOSE Schafer's ATA Martial Arts?
Since we’ve opened, we’ve been dedicated to changing the lives of people one person at a time, through martial arts, education and coaching. We strive to provide a safe, comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for all students and family members in Petaluma. We take pride in creating an environment for individuals to achieve, develop and succeed in their personal goals.
We strongly believe that martial arts can be for everyone, regardless of age, gender or experience levels. Throughout all of our programs, students will not only learn the necessary skill sets to protect themselves, we stand behind our realistic and practical approach, confident it will enable every member to achieve greatness and live their best life.
"It teaches you discipline and kindness. I love the instructors, they’re very supportive and nice, and Master Schafer is very funny and almost always happy!"
"Best place ever! The lessons, the camps, the parents night outs! We luv them all!"
"I really love how the staff are so nice and how strong it has made me. I love this place so much!"
"The classes are really fun and a great workout. Highly recommended for both kids and adults!"
"The instructors at Schafer's are passionate and extremely knowledgeable. They teach quality technique to every student from ATA Tigers to blackbelts!"
About our programs
Tigers Martial Arts
in Petaluma
Discover why parents love our Preschool Martial Arts Program in Petaluma. It's the perfect blend of gross motor skills, personal development, and character enrichment, and gives your little one an edge when they enter a busy school setting.
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Kids Martial Arts
in Petaluma
Parents LOVE our Petaluma Kids Martial Arts program because it teaches not only self defense, but also vital life skills like focus, discipline, respect, and more! Watch your child's confidence flourish and their grades improve with this awesome Child Greatness program.
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Teen Martial Arts
in Petaluma
Combining confidence-raising fitness and life-changing self defense, our Petaluma Teen Martial Arts program keeps your teen's wellness and happiness in mind. It's time to get your teenager active, making new friends and bettering themselves.
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Adult Martial Arts
in Petaluma
Our Petaluma Adult Martial Arts program combines next-level fitness with next-level FUN- no more boring workouts! It's time to switch up your routine and get the results you've been looking for in an awesome community of like-minded people.
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Summer & Break Camp
in Petaluma
Discover why parents in Petaluma love our Kids Martial Arts Summer & Break Camps. Give your child an experience they won't forget. Martial arts changes lives.
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After School Program
in Petaluma
Find out why parents in Petaluma LOVE our After School Program. Imagine every day after school, while you work, your child is safe... and learning amazing skills for life.
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Birthday Parties
in Petaluma
When we say we have the best birthday parties in Petaluma, we mean it. Give your child the perfect party, while you enjoy a stress free day. Your child will thank you later, we guarantee it!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Most frequent questions and answers about our Martial Arts Programs
We find that our students become more confident to stand up to bullies and have more humility and kindness to others through their martial arts lessons.
We encourage parents to watch their children in their kids martial arts lessons. We love parents getting involved! And so do their kids. Even better… join into some of our martial arts classes for adults.  Your kids will love that you have something in common. It will build a strong family bond!
Additionally, if you wanted some ‘me-time’? Simply drop them off, and go grab a coffee. They will greet you with a huge smile when you return, because they had SO much fun!
No, not at all! We find that people start at varying fitness levels. But, you will find that you do get fit by doing our Petaluma martial arts classes. Isn’t that the point though? A fun workout that gets results!
Truthfully, the journey to Black Belt is an individual one. Everyone can progress at a different pace. There is no judgement on students for how long it does take. What we can tell you, is that it is SO WORTHWHILE!Â
The self defense skills you will master can truly be life-saving!
However, the other benefits of striving for Black Belt, like perseverance, never giving up, commitment and self discipline lead to life-long success.
You will find that your instructors at Schafer’s ATA Martial Arts Petaluma are dedicated to helping you on your journey to Black Belt or whatever your personal goal may be.
We do only have a certain amount of space in our martial arts training area. To take advantage of our limited time offer…. The fastest way is to fill in the form.Â
Additionally, you can always call us, we would love to chat with you about what we do, and if our Petaluma martial arts classes would be a great fit for you and your family!
Make sure you wear comfortable clothes you can do sport in! Not really suitable to practice kicks in a skirt.😳
Be sure to bring a water bottle to your martial arts classes. You will find Schafer’s ATA Martial Arts in Petaluma have martial arts classes for kids and adults that are a great workout and lots of fun! Most students are grinning from ear to ear by the end of the class. I am sure you will be too!
Not at all. In fact, many students starting in our adult martial arts classes would describe themselves like that before they started. So you will fit right in!
Give yourself some time, and you will be astounded at how much you improve! You’ll find that our very experienced martial arts instructors, are trained to keep their teaching simple. So even the most uncoordinated person will develop ‘ninja-like’ skills! Come see for yourself!
Schafer's ATA Martial Arts
Petaluma
We’re located at 1455 N. McDowell Blvd Suite C., stop by and say hello!