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Cartersville Martial Art & Self Defense proudly serving Cartersville since 2004
We Help Parents Raise Confident Leaders & Adults Reach Their True Potential!
Who we Are And why You Should Train With US
Since 2004, Cartersville Martial Art has provided its members with a road map to success based on self-defense, confidence and goal-setting skills.
Our instructors have a backgrounds in Choi Kwang Do, Universal MA, PasaRyu and and have brought those experiences to Cartersville Martial Art & Self Defense.
Cartersville Martial Art & Self Defense is led by Master Michael Wilson and his wife Deputy Master Angie Wilson. Joining the Wilson family is an awesome group of head and assistant instructors dedicated to excellence. Master Wilson has 20 years’ experience and was promoted to 5th Degree, Master Instructor in May of 2018 after being examined by Grandmaster Kwang Jo Choi (9th Degree Black Belt) in London, England. The Wilsons have been teaching in the Cartersville community for over 17 years now and have worked with thousands of students during that time.
Cartersville Martial Art & Self Defense is a refined and scientific martial arts form, distinctively different from classical martial arts in concept and movement. It should not be put into the same category with the hundreds of sub-styles of existing martial arts systems. Our scientific approach means not only reaching maximum power potential but also ensures we operate our bodies safely so our training promotes health and does not cause wear on the body. This means areas like practical self defense, fitness, health, personal development and even even rehab can all be accomplished through our training methods.
Our Family Martial Art Academy
- Master level instructors on duty
- CPR certified instructors on duty
- Staffed by both male and female instructors
- Both indoor and outdoor training areas
- Equipped for Special Events Such as Workshops, Parties & Seminars
Cartersville Martial Art is a private martial art club that prides itself in providing the best staff and environment for our students. We offer online classes and support as well as in person martial art education.
Our facility is always inviting and comfortable, making everyone feel right at home!
Get To Know Our World Class Instructors
Master Michael Wilson
Chief Instructor & Examiner
5th Degree Black Belt/Red Chevron
Hi, I’m Michael Wilson.
I KNOW HOW DIFFICULT AND CONFUSING FINDING A MARTIAL ARTS SCHOOL CAN BE.
I remember when I was a child, feeling uncertainty about beginning martial arts. I wondered if I had what it took to succeed and I wasn’t the most athletic or confident child – quite the opposite. Little did I know that beginning my martial arts journey would be one of the most profound experiences of my life!
When my wife and I opened our academy in 2004, we made a commitment to serving and empowering the community of Cartersville by teaching children and adults the confidence, leadership, fitness and self defense skills that can only be achieved through martial arts.
Master Shelley Reid
Master Instructor
5th Degree Black Belt
Shelley is the 2nd highest ranking instructor in the Bartow County area of Choi Kwang Do and Universal Martial Art. She was the first black belt enrolled at the Cartersville Academy aside from the chief instructor. Master Reid is a mother of three, is a piano teacher during the day, active in the church and loves teaching and training at the Cartersville Martial Art Academy whenever she can. She is currently preparing for her 6th Degree Black Belt test, when completed she will earn the title of “Senior Master Instructor”.
Deputy Master Angie Wilson
Deputy Master Instructor
4th Degree Black Belt
Angie spent her life the shy and quiet person in the back of the room. At her and Michaels wedding in 2003 no one could hear her at the alter aside from those within a couple of feet. In 2004 Angie started training when her and her husband Michael opened the Cartersville academy. After a short time she found herself being more outspoken and much more outgoing. Angie’s confidence also went WAY up. She was Cartersville’s first female instructor and since then has trained many other females into instructor positions. Angie is a certified Deputy Master Instructor, has sat on the Georgia Exam board and is certified in CPR. She works at an automotive maintenance products company during the day and gives her time to the Cartersville community as an instructor in the evenings. Deputy Master Wilson is active in her community, church and tries her best to balance these areas with equal family time. She holds a 4th Degree Black Belt in both Choi Kwang Do and Universal Martial Art.
Jeff Hartman
Weapons Program Director
3rd Dan PasaRyu – Red Belt UMA
Mr. Hartman is working towards his black belt in the UMA system but holds a 3rd Degree Black Belt in PsaRyu martial arts and is trained in various disciplines and weapons. He heads our weapons program at Cartersville Martial Art. Mr. Hartman has decades of experiance and loves to share it with the students in Cartersville.
Seth Walker
Head Instructor
3rd Degree Black Belt/Yellow Chevron
Seth is one of our newest head instructors with a decade of experience in martial arts. Seth is a great role model, holds a 3rd Degree Black Belt and is also an Eagle Scout.
Brandon Copeland
Head Instructor
1st Degree Black Belt
Kaylee Copeland
Head Instructor
1st Degree Black Belt