Emerald Coast Martial Arts Academy
Emerald Coast Martial Arts Academy, 726 Beal Pkwy, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
About
Emerald Coast Martial Arts Academy offers a range of classes including Preschool Karate, Kids Karate, Adult Karate, Krav Maga, Kajukenbo, IaiJutsu, Tai Chi, Home School Karate, and Kids Martial Arts. The academy also offers a Tiny Tigers preschool program, Shotokan Karate, a Summer Karate Program, birthday parties, and a summer camp.
• Ages: 3–18 years old
The Tiny Tigers preschool program is for kids ages 4 and 5 years old and focuses on building gross motor skills and having fun, while also giving children tools they need to prepare for school and life. The Kids Martial Arts class is for ages 6 to 12 years old and is described as offering more than just self-defense, serving as a tool for building confidence and character. The Adult Karate class is Shotokan Karate for ages 13 years and up. Krav Maga is described as close-quarters combat designed for real-world self-defense for both men and women. Kajukenbo classes combine elements of Karate, Judo, Jujitsu, Kenpo, and Boxing, IaiJutsu focuses on Japanese sword-drawing techniques rooted in samurai traditions, and Tai Chi is practiced for both defense training and health benefits and is described as perfect for all ages and fitness levels. Home School Karate is designed specifically for homeschoolers, birthday parties offer a variety of birthday packages that fit schedule and budget, and the Summer Karate Program uses focused, small-group summer classes.
The leadership team includes Sensei Cayer, Sifu Sharon Triplett, and Sensei Ellei. The academy states that since it opened, it has been dedicated to changing the lives of people one person at a time through martial arts, education, and coaching, and that it strives to provide a safe, comfortable, and welcoming atmosphere for students and family members. It states that it takes pride in creating an environment for individuals to achieve, develop, and succeed in their personal goals and that it believes martial arts can be for everyone, regardless of age, gender, or experience level. It also states that throughout its programs, students learn skill sets to protect themselves and that it stands behind a realistic and practical approach.
Parent and student comments describe the dojo as offering multiple forms of martial arts with professional and knowledgeable staff, and mention grappling, traditional training, and weapon-oriented training. One comment says the school balances fun and training for kids, and another calls it an amazing karate school for children and adults that helps with discipline and self-protection. Specific instructors are mentioned, including a comment that Sifu Sharon Triplett is extremely devoted and passionate, and that the class structure is “go at your own pace,” and another that says Sensei Ellei is very good with kids and helped a child practice for a belt stripe during a break. Several comments describe a warm, family environment where people of all ages grow emotionally and physically and increase in self-confidence and ability.
Last updated May 31, 2026.
• Ages: 3–18 years old
The Tiny Tigers preschool program is for kids ages 4 and 5 years old and focuses on building gross motor skills and having fun, while also giving children tools they need to prepare for school and life. The Kids Martial Arts class is for ages 6 to 12 years old and is described as offering more than just self-defense, serving as a tool for building confidence and character. The Adult Karate class is Shotokan Karate for ages 13 years and up. Krav Maga is described as close-quarters combat designed for real-world self-defense for both men and women. Kajukenbo classes combine elements of Karate, Judo, Jujitsu, Kenpo, and Boxing, IaiJutsu focuses on Japanese sword-drawing techniques rooted in samurai traditions, and Tai Chi is practiced for both defense training and health benefits and is described as perfect for all ages and fitness levels. Home School Karate is designed specifically for homeschoolers, birthday parties offer a variety of birthday packages that fit schedule and budget, and the Summer Karate Program uses focused, small-group summer classes.
The leadership team includes Sensei Cayer, Sifu Sharon Triplett, and Sensei Ellei. The academy states that since it opened, it has been dedicated to changing the lives of people one person at a time through martial arts, education, and coaching, and that it strives to provide a safe, comfortable, and welcoming atmosphere for students and family members. It states that it takes pride in creating an environment for individuals to achieve, develop, and succeed in their personal goals and that it believes martial arts can be for everyone, regardless of age, gender, or experience level. It also states that throughout its programs, students learn skill sets to protect themselves and that it stands behind a realistic and practical approach.
Parent and student comments describe the dojo as offering multiple forms of martial arts with professional and knowledgeable staff, and mention grappling, traditional training, and weapon-oriented training. One comment says the school balances fun and training for kids, and another calls it an amazing karate school for children and adults that helps with discipline and self-protection. Specific instructors are mentioned, including a comment that Sifu Sharon Triplett is extremely devoted and passionate, and that the class structure is “go at your own pace,” and another that says Sensei Ellei is very good with kids and helped a child practice for a belt stripe during a break. Several comments describe a warm, family environment where people of all ages grow emotionally and physically and increase in self-confidence and ability.
Last updated May 31, 2026.
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