Martial Arts Franchise · 15+ Locations · Expanding Nationwide
OWN A PROVEN
FRANCHISE
THAT BUILDS
LEADERS
Three revenue streams. National headquarters in Prosper, TX. No martial arts experience required. Professional Black Belt Academy is one of the most complete franchise opportunities in the market.
15+
Locations
40+
Years Experience
4+
Martial Arts Systems
10,000+
Students Trained
Three Revenue Streams.
One Franchise.
Most franchises compete in one market. Professional Black Belt Academy gives you three — under one roof, from one location.
01
Martial Arts
Kids, teens, and adults train in four complete systems — Taekwondo, American Karate, Kickboxing, and Jiu-Jitsu. The proven core of every PBA location.
02
After-School Leadership
A licensed childcare alternative for ages 5–12. Character development and leadership training alongside homework support. A daily revenue stream beyond class fees.
03
Kids' Fitness
Every PBA class ends with Knockout Workout — a branded circuit training program that puts each location in the growing kids' fitness market. A built-in differentiator no single-discipline competitor can match.
The Weight of Headquarters Behind You
Every Professional Black Belt Academy franchisee has the full support of our national headquarters in Prosper, TX. From day one, you're backed by 40+ years of systems, a proven curriculum, and a team that wants your location to succeed.
- Business training and operations systems
- Sales and marketing support
- Instructor certification and rank advancement
- Curriculum development and updates
- Discovery Day for all prospective franchisees
- Ongoing field support from the HQ team
Which Path Is Right for You?
Path 01
New Investor
No martial arts experience required.
Open your own Professional Black Belt Academy from the ground up. We provide the brand, the systems, the curriculum, and the training. You hire certified instructors — we certify them.
- No martial arts background needed
- Semi-passive ownership options available
- Four programs from day one
- Full HQ support and systems
Path 02
Affiliate Program
Already running a martial arts school?
Keep your name, your brand, and the community trust you've built. Gain access to PBA's proven business systems, sales processes, marketing, and curriculum. Our goal is to blend your proven systems with ours — creating an even stronger foundation for growth.
- Keep your existing brand and students
- Add the After-School Leadership Program
- Access PBA curriculum and rank systems
- Lower entry point than a full franchise
Built by People Like You
Investors and existing school owners who chose the Professional Black Belt Academy system.
I joined Pro Black Belt Academy because of the impact I saw on my own children. Their focus, discipline, and ability to overcome challenges improved dramatically. This program doesn't just teach martial arts, it builds life skills and transforms families, which is what inspired me to get involved.
Bruce Newman
PBA Celina · Franchisee since 2023
When our daughter first joined the academy, she was so shy, but within a month, we saw her confidence soar. Watching her transformation and the growth of the program inspired us. We fell in love with how this academy empowers kids, and we knew we had to be part of it.
Matt Holmes
PBA West Prosper · Franchisee since 2022
Four Revenue Programs
Every location launches with the full program suite — multiple revenue streams from day one.
Core Revenue Program
Kids Martial Arts
Ages 4–12
Discipline, confidence, and self-defense through Taekwondo, American Karate, Kickboxing, and Jiu-Jitsu. The foundation of every PBA location.
Growing Segment
Teen & Adult
Ages 13+
All four martial arts systems for teens and adults — self-defense, fitness, and focus. One of the fastest-growing segments in the industry.
Daycare Market
After-School Leadership
Ages 5–12
A licensed childcare alternative that adds a daily revenue stream beyond class fees. Character development, homework support, and martial arts under one roof.
Seasonal Filler
Summer Camp
All ages
Intensive summer programs that keep enrollment strong and revenue consistent during the school off-season.
15+ Locations
Nationwide · Territories Available Across the U.S.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Our franchise team is ready to answer your questions and walk you through the opportunity. No obligation — just a conversation.
- Response within 1–2 business days
- Discovery Day at our Prosper, TX headquarters
- Full FDD provided — complete transparency on the numbers
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