The Academy Eden Prairie Martial Arts Programs

The Academy Eden Prairie Martial Arts Programs offers Kids Jiu-Jitsu for children of all experience levels, ages 4 and up. It also offers Karate for ages 4 and up, along with Muay Thai and Adult Jiu-Jitsu classes.

Programs

• Kids Jiu-Jitsu — Children of all experience levels; ages 4 and up · Structured, supportive kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program focused on confidence, discipline, and life skills.
• Adult Jiu-Jitsu — Adults · Structured, beginner-friendly adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes focused on confidence, fitness, and self-defense.
• Muay Thai — Muay Thai classes in a safe and structured environment with technical instruction, pad work, movement drills, and conditioning exercises.
• Karate — Ages 4 and up · Karate instruction for kids and adults.

At a glance

• Ages: 4–18 years old

About the provider

Hayden Buckner is the head instructor. The About page also names Amber and Josh. Coach Hayden has been actively instructing kids and adults in Karate since 2008 and, since May 2012, has been professionally instructing kids and adults ages 4 and up in Karate, Muay Thai, and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. All instructors hold recognized martial arts certifications and have years of teaching experience. Coach Hayden is a third degree black belt in Karate, earned his black sash in Muay Thai in June 2013, and was promoted to his purple belt in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in May 2014.

Free trial classes are offered. Beginners are always welcome. Classes are described as structured, supportive, beginner-friendly, and ego-free.

Last updated October 18, 2026.