Little Ninjas
Ages 3 through 4
Martial arts fundamentals built for the youngest students. Confidence, focus, and listening skills in a fun, safe, welcoming environment.
LEARN MORE
Ten Years in Clovis. Building Champions in Life.
Martial Arts in Clovis, CA
Martial Arts in Clovis, CA
for Kids and Adults
Who Want Real Training.
Martial arts in Clovis, CA for every age in your family. MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Karate for ages 3 through adult, taught by nationally certified instructors. One week of classes for $59. Free Guido's t-shirt included. No experience required.
We hear this from parents every week.
The screens, the attitude, the quitting when things get hard. It is not a character flaw. It is a missing environment.
-
01They quit the moment it gets hard.
"My kid gives up the moment something gets difficult and I cannot get them to push through anything."
-
02You feel like you are running out of answers.
"I feel like I am failing them by not finding something that actually builds who they are becoming."
-
03Every child deserves a place that expects more.
"Every child deserves a place where effort is expected, growth is real, and confidence is earned not handed out."
What Parents Notice First
Belts and trophies are nice. The changes that matter most show up at home, at school, and in how your child carries themselves.
-
Better Focus
Finishing what they start and sticking with hard things longer.
-
More Confidence
Walking into new rooms standing tall instead of hanging back.
-
Greater Respect
Yes sir and yes ma'am that carries over to teachers and family.
-
Stronger Self Discipline
Making the right choice even when no one is watching.
Martial Arts Programs in Clovis for Every Age.
Families from Old Town Clovis, Harlan Ranch, and Northeast Clovis train with us every week. The academy is a short drive from Fresno and Sanger as well. See the areas we serve.
Big Ninjas
Ages 5 through 6
Martial arts fundamentals for ages 5 and 6. Building on early skills with more structure, coordination, and confidence on the mat.
LEARN MORE
Juniors MMA
Ages 7 through 12
MMA and Karate for ages 7 to 12. Confidence, discipline, focus, and real self-defense through the ABCs of Conflict Avoidance.
LEARN MORE
Juniors BJJ
Ages 7 through 12
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for ages 7 to 12. Body control, confidence, and ground-game self-defense.
LEARN MORE
Teen/Adult Mixed Martial Arts
Ages 13 and Up
MMA and Karate for teens and adults. Fitness, self-defense, stress relief, and community.
LEARN MORE
Teen/Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Ages 13 and Up
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for teens and adults. Ground-game technique, fitness, and real-world self-defense in a welcoming dojo community.
LEARN MOREWhat Training With Us Actually Looks Like.
Structured Classes
Every class follows a deliberate structure: warm-up, technique instruction, drilling, and controlled application. Students know what to expect, and that consistency is part of what makes training effective. Instructors keep class moving, on task, and purposeful from the moment students step on the mat.
Nationally Certified Instructors
Every instructor at Guido's is a nationally certified professional held to the same standard Shihan Guido sets on the mat every day. Quality martial arts instruction is the baseline, not the goal.
Real Progression
Belt promotions here are earned, not scheduled. Students advance when they demonstrate the technique, attitude, and consistency the next rank requires. Parents see measurable change because we track it and communicate it. What your student earns here is real.
Three Steps to Your First Class.
No experience needed. No long-term commitment required. Just show up and see what we do.
- 1
Book Your $59 Trial
Pick a class time on the calendar in under two minutes. Reserve your spot for one full week of classes.
- 2
Come Meet the Team
Get a tour of our facility, meet new students and instructors, and earn your white belt.
- 3
Start Your Journey
Choose the program that fits and watch the change begin within weeks.
The Change Parents Notice First Happens Off the Mat.
It starts with one class. It shows up at the dinner table, in the classroom, and in how they carry themselves.
Before
After
Quits the moment it gets uncomfortable
Pushes through and earns what comes next
Distracted, reactive, hard to reach
Focused, coachable, present
Avoids hard things and doubts themselves
Steps up, speaks up, backs themselves
No reference point for earned achievement
Earns every belt and owns every win
Building Champions in Life
Shihan Mike Guido
Nationally Certified Instructor
On the floor since the school opened in 2016
Shihan Mike Guido founded Guido's Martial Arts Academy in 2016 and has been on the floor since day one. He leads with a commitment to character development, Black Belt Principles, and building champions in life through quality martial arts instruction.
LEARN MOREWhat Families Are Saying
Read what parents and students across Clovis say about training at Guido's. The kindest reviews come from the families who have been on the mat the longest.
One Week of Classes. $59. Free T-Shirt Included.
- Pick any class time that works for your schedule
- Train classes across one full week
- Take home a free Guido's t-shirt
Pick a time that works for you and we will save your spot.
VIEW THE SCHEDULEBusiness Hours
- Mon - Thu
- 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Friday
- 12:30 PM - 4:45 PM
- Saturday
- 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM
- Sunday
- Closed
We Serve
- Old Town Clovis 5 min drive
- Harlan Ranch 10 min drive
- Northeast Clovis 8 min drive
- Fresno Area Nearby
What Parents Always Ask
Everything You Want to Know Before You Come In.
How old does my child need to be to start?
Children as young as 3 can start in our Little Ninjas program for ages 3 and 4. From there students move into Big Ninjas (5 to 6), then into our Juniors MMA and Juniors BJJ programs for ages 7 to 12, and finally into Teen and Adult MMA or BJJ at 13 and up. Every program is built specifically for its age group with the right balance of structure, fun, and challenge.
What is the one-week trial and what does it cost?
Our trial is one full week of classes for $59. It includes a free Guido's t-shirt. You pick a class time on the calendar, show up, and train as many classes as you want during your trial week. No long-term contract, no pressure. The point of the trial is to give you and your family a real look at what training at Guido's is like.
How long are classes?
Class lengths vary by age group. Little Ninjas and Big Ninjas are 30 minutes, Juniors MMA and Juniors BJJ are 45 minutes, and Teen and Adult MMA and BJJ are one hour. All programs run up to five days a week.
Do I need any gear to get started?
No gear is needed for your trial. Comfortable athletic clothes and a water bottle are all you need. Your free Guido's t-shirt is included with your trial. If you decide to continue, we will walk you through what to buy and when. We do not push gear at new students.
What styles of martial arts do you teach in Clovis?
We teach Mixed Martial Arts, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Karate at our Clovis dojo. Our MMA program blends MMA and Karate fundamentals for kids and adults. Our BJJ program teaches the leverage-based grappling art that does not depend on size or strength. Every class is led by nationally certified instructors and grounded in our character development curriculum and the Black Belt Principles.
How do you keep classes safe?
Safety is built into how we run every class. New students learn technique without resistance before any contact is introduced. Instructors hold the line on control and stop drills if mechanics create injury risk. Sparring and live rolling are introduced only when a student has the awareness and self-control to do them responsibly.
What if my child has never done martial arts before?
Most of our students start with zero experience. Beginners are welcome in every class and instructors meet each student at their current level. The goal of the first month is to build confidence and comfort, not to push anyone past where they are.
What is the best martial arts school in Clovis?
Guido's Martial Arts Academy is a family-owned, family-oriented school that has served Clovis since 2016. Our mission is to empower the people of our community to be mentally strong, physically fit, and mentally healthy through quality martial arts instruction. We are a place of positivity where people of all walks of life come together to become better versions of themselves.
The Quiet Cost of Waiting
A Year From Now, You Will Wish You Had Started This Year.
The habits your family is building right now are the habits you will have a year from now. Better to shape them on purpose.
-
The habits your child is building right now will still be the habits they have a year from now. Better to shape them on purpose than by accident.
-
Confidence is a muscle. Kids who get to use it early carry more of it into school, sports, and how they talk to adults.
-
Family routines that train discipline and respect together become the routines that hold a household steady when things get hectic.
Transparent Pricing. No Surprises.
We have never believed in hiding what it costs to train here. Here is what you need to know before you come in.
Unlimited Classes
$199 - $249 / mo
Unlimited classes in your program. All inclusive. No belt testing fees. No hidden fees. No long-term contract required after your trial.
- Unlimited classes per month
- No belt testing fees
- No hidden fees
- Free Guido's t-shirt with your trial
- No long-term contract
Walk In This Week
You Already Know They Are Capable of More.
Pick a class time. Walk in. Train one full week for $59. Take home a free Guido's t-shirt.
$59 for one week · Free t-shirt included · No long-term contract · Walk-ins welcome