Embrace Martial Arts

9.20
1021 Forestville Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
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About

Embrace Martial Arts in Wake Forest, North Carolina is a premier martial arts facility known for its comprehensive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai programs. The academy, led by Brazilian Professor Joel Garcia, has built a strong reputation for its family-friendly atmosphere and high-quality instruction. The facility features spacious, clean training areas and maintains a perfect balance between competitive training and recreational practice.

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9.20/10

Our weighted 10-point scoring system for martial arts academies prioritizes instruction quality, training environment, and overall student experience.

We consider factors like instructor expertise, class structure, and facility quality. Our assessment combines student feedback, expert reviews, and website information.

Scores above 9.00 denote world-class quality, signifying premier martial arts training experiences.

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9.50
Class Structure imageClass Structure
9.00
Safety and Hygiene imageSafety and Hygiene
9.50
Facility Quality imageFacility Quality
9.50
Value for Money imageValue for Money
9.00
Location and Accessibility imageLocation & Accessibility
8.50

Public Review Sentiment

Google
Based on 82 Google Reviews
The gym maintains an exceptionally high rating across reviews, with consistent praise for the instruction quality, cleanliness, and welcoming atmosphere, particularly noted for its family-friendly environment and professional coaching staff.
Last Updated 2 Mar 2025

Instructors

The instruction team is led by Professor Joel Garcia, a Brazilian instructor with extensive experience since childhood. The coaching staff is consistently praised for their technical expertise and ability to work with students of all levels.

Facility

The facility is consistently praised for its cleanliness and modern amenities. The academy features spacious mat space, clean training areas, and additional amenities including a kids' area and climbing wall.

Pricing

While specific pricing details are not publicly available, reviews suggest the value for money is excellent. The gym appears to offer competitive rates for the quality of instruction and facilities provided.

Facility

Spotless and PristineSpaciousSpacious Mat SpaceKids AreaClimbing WallBasketball CourtInteractive Projection GameTheater

Gym

Mixed AtmosphereWelcoming VibeExcellent Safety

Instructors

BrazilianExperiencedPatientProfessionalTechnical

Classes

GiNo-GiCompetitionAdvancedOpen matKids ClassesAdult friendlyWomen only

Pricing

Excellent ValueFree trial

The academy offers trial classes to help potential students experience the training environment before committing.

Location

Ample ParkingGood Accessibility

Opening Hours

Open now
Monday 10AM - 12:30PM, 4 - 8:30PM
Tuesday 6:30 - 7:30AM, 4:30 - 8:30PM
Wednesday 10AM - 12:30PM, 4 - 8:30PM
Thursday (Today)6:30 - 7:30AM, 4:30 - 8:30PM
Friday 10AM - 12:30PM, 4 - 8PM
Saturday 9AM - 12:30PM
Sunday Closed

Location

Conveniently located in Wake Forest, North Carolina, with good accessibility for local residents.

Address

1021 Forestville Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587

Website

https://embracemartialarts.com/

Phone

+1 919-777-3649

Frequently Asked Questions

Is prior experience necessary to start training?

No, the gym welcomes beginners and has dedicated classes to help new students learn the fundamentals.

What age groups do you accommodate?

The academy offers classes for all ages, from children as young as 3 years old to adults of all ages.

Do you offer women-only classes?

Yes, the academy features women-only BJJ classes taught by female instructors.