Champion Martial Arts
Welcome to Champion Martial Arts & Fitness, the premier destination for martial arts training in Pasadena, Texas. For over thirty years, we have helped students across Southeast Houston, Harris County, and the Greater Houston Area transform their lives through discipline, confidence, and strength. Our mission is simple: to help every student discover what it means to “Be A Champion.”
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CHAMPION MARTIAL ARTS
Whether you are a parent searching for a safe and structured kids program, a teen or adult looking to improve fitness and self-defense, or a competitor preparing for the next level, Champion Martial Arts & Fitness has a program designed for you. We are more than a martial arts school—we are a community where students grow stronger every day, on the mats and in life.
CHAMPION
JUDO CLUB
Beginner-Friendly Classes – New to BJJ? Our patient instructors will guide you step-by-step through the fundamentals.
At Champion Martial Arts & Fitness, our Judo program is one of the most respected in Pasadena and the Greater Houston Area. Judo, meaning “the gentle way,” was founded in Japan in 1882 by Jigoro Kano and has since become a global martial art and Olympic sport. At Champion Judo Club, students experience Judo as it was meant to be taught: technical, disciplined, and rooted in respect.
CARLSON GRACIE
BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU
Training in BJJ at Champion Martial Arts builds confidence, fitness, and resilience. Students not only gain martial arts skills but also learn discipline and focus that impact every part of life.
Our program welcomes teens and adults, from beginners learning their first guard pass to advanced competitors preparing for tournaments. Students train in both Gi and No-Gi, developing submissions, positional control, and self-defense skills. Beginners are supported at every step, while advanced students refine their techniques through live sparring and competition-focused drills.
Champion
Shotokan Karate
Training in Shotokan Karate is about more than self-defense—it is about refining character. Students carry the values of discipline, humility, and perseverance into everything they do.
Children as young as five begin their journey in Shotokan Karate at Champion, building coordination, respect, and concentration that supports them in school and life. Adults discover fitness, self-defense, and a deeper sense of confidence. Competitors have opportunities to pursue local and national tournaments with the support of experienced coaches.
KIDS CHAMPION
JUDO CLUB
Our youth Judo classes are fun, disciplined, and high-energy. Kids learn coordination, respect, and teamwork while developing physical strength and focus.
Our kids Judo classes are designed to be fun, high-energy, and purposeful. Children are guided step by step by experienced USA Judo registered instructors who understand how to connect with young students. Classes balance skill-building drills with age-appropriate games and challenges, keeping children engaged while teaching them the fundamentals of Judo. From learning how to fall safely to executing their first throws, every child is supported in a way that builds both confidence and excitement.
The Benefits of Training with us at champion martial arts
Champion Martial Arts & Fitness is a state-of-the-art facility built for martial artists of every age and skill level. Our academy spans over eight thousand square feet of air-conditioned space, with an eighteen-hundred square foot principal mat system designed with four inches of padding for safety, and a three-thousand square foot fitness room fully equipped for strength and conditioning. Every corner of our academy reflects our attention to detail and commitment to student growth.
What truly sets us apart is our team of instructors. With more than ten black belts on the mats at any given time, students receive personalized attention even within group classes. Our Judo program is taught by USA Judo registered instructors who bring Olympic-level knowledge to Pasadena. Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program follows the prestigious Carlson Gracie lineage, known worldwide for its intensity and effectiveness. Our Shotokan Karate instructors carry JKS credentials, ensuring the authenticity of training. For striking and mixed martial arts, our Silverback Fight Team is led by coaches with experience in UFC, Bellator, PFL, and BKFC. This is expertise you will not find in ordinary gyms.
Safety is also a priority. Champion Martial Arts & Fitness has certified medical and SafeSport personnel on site, giving families peace of mind that training is conducted in the safest possible environment.
Most importantly, we offer a clear pathway for every student. Recreational students benefit from fitness, self-defense, and community, while competitive athletes follow structured training tracks that prepare them for tournaments, championships, and professional fights. Whatever your goals, Champion provides the structure, guidance, and support you need.
