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Winners For Life ATA Huntersville
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Winners For Life ATA Huntersville

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About

Winners For Life ATA Huntersville in Charlotte, NC offers mixed martial arts and karate training in a supportive, student focused environment. The gym is led by Master G. Cabrera, a World Champion in the ATA organization who serves as Head Coach and Founder. The program emphasizes proper taekwondo techniques while creating a seamless transition for students coming from other martial arts backgrounds, including honoring existing belt ranks to maintain confidence and continuity.

reviewsWhat Members Say

Members consistently praise the gym for building children's confidence, discipline, and respect through patient, encouraging instruction. Specific instructors like Mr. Gonzalez and Mrs. Fernanda receive frequent mention for their authentic connections with students and commitment to individual growth. Reviews highlight seamless transitions for students from other programs, with the gym honoring existing belt ranks while teaching proper techniques. Parents describe remarkable transformations in their children over months and years of training, noting the positive environment focuses on life skills as much as martial arts.

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Amarah Carson

3 weeks ago

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My 11yo started about a month ago and I can already see the confidence building . This experience gives us something to look forward to and it has been helping her set a good example for her baby brother. Great team and atmosphere!

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Chelsea East

a month ago

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ATA has been an absolutely amazing experience for my son! He started the program at age 4 and has now been enrolled for two years, and the growth we’ve seen in him has been incredible. Mr. Gonzalez and Mrs. Fernanda are truly one of a kind — patient, encouraging, and deeply committed to their students. They have helped my son build confidence, discipline, and respect for others in such a positive and supportive environment. I am beyond grateful that he is part of this wonderful community. Highly recommend!

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Dawn Rose

2 months ago

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We’ve had an absolutely wonderful experience with Winners for Life Huntersville. From day one, the instructors and staff were incredibly welcoming and supportive, especially during my son’s transition from a more traditional karate program. They took the time to truly understand his background and made the transition seamless by allowing him to keep his current belt rank, which meant so much to his confidence. At the same time, they were patient and intentional in helping him learn proper taekwondo techniques, ensuring he was set up for success without feeling overwhelmed or out of place. The environment is positive, encouraging, and very student-focused. It’s clear they care not just about martial arts skills, but about each child as an individual. We’re so grateful to have found such a thoughtful and professional program and highly recommend Winners for Life Huntersville to any family looking for a great martial arts school.

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Savannah Brooks

3 weeks ago

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I had no idea that taekwondo would teach my 7 year old son so much about life skills (like respect and discipline). I am so thankful for Mr. Gonzalez and his immense patience and kindness he has for all students. How lucky are we to have found Winners for Life!

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Sheila Black

3 months ago

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If you’re wondering how to build your child’s confidence and shape a well rounded person- ATA is the way to go. I have never seen teachers, instructors, or any early childhood professionals with such an impressive ability to connect with children of all ages. The staff at ATA Huntersville move me to my core with how authentically they interact with my little human. While other parents threaten to call Santa or The Paw Patrol for unwanted behavior I simply remind my daughter that Mr. Gonzales would be disappointed with how she’s behaving and the response is instant. Respect for authority, for fellow humans, for ourselves, and for property is the driving force of this establishment and when you lead with that- learning and growing naturally come after. I don’t know if I’m raising a future mixed martial artist but I know that with the help of ATA Huntersville I’m raising a disciplined, respectful, hardworking and fearless future woman. Thank you to the staff who so clearly invest deeply into these kids growth!

Contact

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9616 Sherrill Estates Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078, USA

scheduleHours

Monday: 3:30 – 8:30 PM

Tuesday: 3:30 – 8:30 PM

Wednesday: 3:30 – 8:30 PM

Thursday: 3:30 – 8:30 PM

Friday: 3:30 – 8:30 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

groupCoaches & Instructors

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Master G. Cabrera

Head Coach / Founder

World Champion in the ATA organization

Founder of Winners for Life Martial Arts. Began martial arts as a child. Focuses on holistic training and black belt principles. Trains the school's teachers.