EMA Melbourne app for iPhone and iPad

A workout for your body and mind

At EMA, not only can you expect to learn time-honoured self-defence techniques that will increase your physical fitness, flexibility, co-ordination and confidence but also the art of mental discipline. All of EMA’s programs are designed to promote the development of a keen mind-body awareness – an invaluable life skill for the young and old alike.

Excellent instructor-student ratio sets every student on path to success

EMA prides itself on the superior standard of coaching offered by its highly experienced and certified instructors, many of whom have trained extensively under world-leading karate and boxing experts.

To ensure maximum motor skill development our programs are developed in conjunction with sports scientist and primary educator expert input. This guarantees younger students receive the level of personalised attention they need to progress confidently, avoid developing improper technique and hone their skills quickly and safely in order to pursue martial arts at advanced and competition levels.

World-class instruction on your doorstep

EMA enjoys strong ties with a variety of select martial arts instructors from around the globe. In addition to regular gradings and competitions, we hold training seminars for national and international instructors our students have the chance to learn and train alongside the world’s best while making life-long friends. Students are also offered optional interstate and overseas travel opportunities. EMA is an affiliate of the World Karate Federation, with the Australian Karate Federation and Karate NSW acting as our national and state bodies.

Unlimited training for a competitive monthly fee

Unlike most other martial arts schools and after-school programs, EMA doesn’t ask its students (or parents!) for more money every time they want to do another class. Instead, EMA rewards increasing commitment by only charging a flat monthly rate which entitles students to attend as many of the timetabled sessions available to them. For example, if you originally enrolled in the Tuesday evening adults class but after a month decide you want to take things up a notch, you can also train at the Thursday evening karate lesson or Monday evening boxing class at no extra charge!