Anta's Fitness and Self Defense
About
Anta's Fitness and Self Defense offers comprehensive martial arts and fitness training for all ages in Miami. The gym specializes in MMA and karate disciplines, supported by a diverse team of expert instructors. Master Instructor and owner Julio Anta brings extensive credentials across Krav Maga, Hung Gar Kung Fu, Goju Ryu Karate, Gracie Jiu Jitsu, Jeet Kune Do, Muay Thai, and firearms instruction. The coaching staff includes co-owner Elena Anta, a pioneering Piloxing instructor, alongside specialists in Japanese Jujitsu and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, providing a well-rounded curriculum for self-defense, fitness, and personal development.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members describe Master Anta as one of the most experienced and dedicated instructors they have ever worked with, praising his astounding level of knowledge and commitment to excellence. Parents report their children developing focus, discipline, self-confidence, and teamwork over years of training, with all instructors noted for being great with kids. Adult students highlight professional, safety-focused instruction in Muay Thai and shooting courses that are worth traveling for, with specific thanks to Mr. Anta and his staff for their effective training methods. Reviewers consistently recommend the gym as a great place with great people for both fitness and martial arts.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Michael Fritsch
a year ago
I have trained with multiple people and have experienced many great instructors throughout my time in martial arts. Master Anta by far is one of the most experienced and dedicated instructors I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. The level of knowledge and commitment to excellence is astounding in this field and if you should ever get the opportunity to learn from this great man please do not pass up the chance of your life to learn from the best!!!
uma Saravanan
6 years ago
An awesome place to guide your child to focus and discipline, teach responsibility in a healthy way, to get over stage fear, to face day to day challenges, to stand up for himself. An overall self development program.Have been with them for more than 2 years and I can see my son bloom. Thanks to their dedication💪👏👏👏
Fabian Morales
7 years ago
Our daughter has been attending classes at Antas for over a year. She absolutely loves it. All of the instructors are great working with kids. In the process of teaching them Martial Arts they help develop self confidence, focus, concentration, balance, coordination and team work which provide a great foundation. We are very pleased and impressed with Antas and its instructors. Looking forward to our younger daughter starting soon. They also provide great fitness and Martial Arts classes for adults. Great place with great people. Highly recommend. 👍👍
Thomas Wright
2 years ago
Flew from NC to take a shooting course. It was very informative. Instructors are true professionals. They made safety a top concern while making sure material was covered. I feel it was well organized and I look forward to attending another in the future. Worth the trip for sure.
umesh tyagi
6 years ago
Excellent place to learn Muay Thai kick boxing. My son is going over there . He improved a lot in terms of self defense, techniques, focus and work out. I like sparring and work out sessions a lot. Special thanks to Mr Anta and staff for their training method and techniques.
Contact
10721 NW 58th St, Doral, FL 33178, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:15 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:45 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:45 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 – 11:30 AM
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Julio Anta
Master Instructor / Owner
Krav Maga 3rd Degree Black Belt, Hung Gar Kung Fu Master, Sansei Goju Ryu 5th Dan, Gracie Jiu Jitsu Blue Belt, Jeet Kune Do Coach One Instructor, Muay Thai Kru (Level 3), NRA Pistol/Rifle Instructor
Owner since 1998. Former competitive bodybuilder (Mr. South Florida 2017). Retired FL Corrections Officer & US Marine Corps Sergeant. Extensive certifications in Krav Maga, counter-terrorism, Israeli combat shooting, and multiple martial arts.
Elena Anta
Instructor / Co-owner
First certified Piloxing instructor outside California
Co-owner and pioneer in martial arts and fitness in Doral since 1998. Specializes in Pilates and Piloxing.
Dr. Juan Cespedes
Japanese Jujitsu Instructor
Led the first Japanese Jujitsu program in Doral.
Mario Agnese
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor
Taught the first Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in Doral.