NC Budo - Belmont
About
NC Budo in Belmont offers mixed martial arts and karate training under the guidance of co-founders Sensei Michael Baez and Sensei Jena Hare, both elite-level competitors. The gym provides a range of programs including karate classes for children and adults, Muay Thai kickboxing, self-defense instruction, and even after-school care. Members appreciate the flexible scheduling that accommodates busy families and working professionals, with competitive pricing that makes quality martial arts training accessible.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the welcoming, family-like atmosphere where everyone knows each other and instructors are described as friendly, patient, and caring. Reviewers highlight how the gym has helped build confidence in children while providing effective stress relief and fun exercise for adults. Specific coaches Sensei Mike and Sensei Jena receive frequent mention for their excellent work with kids and personalized approach to helping members achieve their goals. Several families note they've found a second home at the gym and plan to continue training there long-term.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Jocelyn Fofie
10 months ago
NC Budo is an amazing martial arts school. My son attends & everyone is so friendly, patient & caring with all the kids. We really appreciate you & can't wait to keep growing together with the team! Thank you for an amazing year!
Mac Clubb
9 months ago
I am a 58 year old who was looking for some exercise that was fun and exciting. NC Budo was the best place I could find that meets these needs. Jena and Michael are wonderful and helped me find the best classes to achieve my goals. I HIGHLY recommend joining NC Budo!!!
Tisha Maree
2 years ago
I love this place! After moving here 3 years ago and not having a lot of resources, NC Budo was perfect for my schedule, after school pick up and the prices were better rates than where I am from in the Midwest! They have always been helpful, personable, everyone knows everyone. They have became like family and that means a lot not knowing many people here. They have a great program that my son is excited about now and training for competitive karate classes after 6pm. We will now be traveling with the team and families we have came to know and love. I am incredibly grateful and happy to have found them. This was my first choice and last. We won’t go anywhere else.
Jenn Thurston
8 years ago
I absolutely love this place! My son has been taking Karate for a year now, he has learned so many new techniques but even better than mastering palm strikes and blocks is the time and energy NC Budo puts into making the class fun as well as educational. Sensei Mike and Sensei Jena are so great with kids and I'm honored to have them in my sons life. I also take Self Defense once a week, it's a great class that is informative on a practical level. Tell all your friends, you need to try it and see what you're missing.
Joey Gardner
2 years ago
I put my daughter in the NC Budo karate class about 2 years ago, it has helped build her confidence tremendously. I joined the Muay Thai kickboxing class and it is something I look forward to every week and is a great stress reliever. I am a single father that needed after school care for my daughter as well. She absolutely loves going to the after school program and looks forward to attending. I highly recommended NC Budo and haven’t regretted for one moment enrolling in their programs. We look forward to any new activities they may add in the future.
scheduleHours
Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Michael Baez
Sensei / Co-Founder
Sensei, elite-level competitor
Co-founded NC Budo in 2016. Lifelong passion for sharing martial arts benefits with students of all ages. Known for patience and positive attitude.
Jena Hare
Sensei / Co-Founder
Sensei, elite-level competitor
Co-founded NC Budo in 2016. Passionate about sharing life-affirming principles of mental, physical, and emotional well-being with students.