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new orleans' best Martial Arts SCHOOL
At Forever Driven, we’re more than just a place to train; we’re a community. Families in New Orleans choose us because they see real growth in their children, both on and off the mat. Our instructors focus on more than just punches and kicks. We help students build confidence, focus, and respect. These are skills that carry into every part of their lives. If you're looking for a program that supports your child’s development in a positive, structured environment, we’re here to help. Reach out today to learn more or take advantage of our exclusive online offer.
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🧸 Cubbie and Me
For Ages 18 Months to 5 Years
The perfect way to connect, grow, and have fun together.
Our Cubbie and Me classes are designed for young children and their parents to bond through movement, teamwork, and playful challenges. Each session blends age-appropriate martial arts, games, and valuable life lessons in a safe, supportive setting.
🐯 Tiny Tigers
For Ages 3 to 6
Where fun meets focus.
Our Tiny Tigers classes helps young children develop coordination, balance, and body awareness through exciting martial arts activities. Every class is designed to build confidence, teach discipline, and prepare your child with the social-emotional tools they'll carry into school and beyond.
🥋Junior Basic
For Ages 6 to 12
More than self-defense. It’s a foundation for life.
Our Junior Basic classes teach practical skills to help your child stay safe while also building the qualities that matter most. Students grow in focus, discipline, respect, and confidence, and those lessons carry into every part of their lives.
💪 Teens and Adults
For Ages 13 and Up
Build strength, boost confidence, and stay protected.
Our Teen and Adult Martial Arts Program combines powerful self-defense with high-energy fitness that actually keeps you motivated. These classes are designed to challenge your body, sharpen your focus, and help you feel your best, all in a positive, supportive community.
Our Teen and Adult Martial Arts Program combines powerful self-defense with high-energy fitness that actually keeps you motivated. These classes are designed to challenge your body, sharpen your focus, and help you feel your best, all in a positive, supportive community.
🌟 Leadership Program
For All Ages
Lead with purpose. Train with focus.
Our Leadership Program is designed to take students to the next level, whether they're preparing to compete, mentoring others, or growing into future instructors. Participants gain advanced training, real leadership experience, and opportunities to take on more responsibility both in and out of class.
🎉 Birthday Parties
For Ages 4 and Up
Let us handle the fun; you just enjoy the smiles.
Planning a birthday party doesn’t have to be stressful. Our martial arts-themed parties are exciting, easy to plan, and packed with energy. Kids enjoy games, challenges, and fun activities, while you get to sit back and enjoy the celebration.
☀️Summer Camp
For Ages 3 and Up
A summer full of movement, memories, and growth.
Our Martial Arts Summer Camp offers more than just fun, it gives your child a place to build confidence, stay active, and learn valuable life skills. Each day is filled with exciting activities, team games, martial arts training, and lessons that stick with them long after camp ends. Parents love it. Kids remember it.
why CHOOSE Forever driven martial arts?
Since the day we opened, our mission has remained simple: to help people grow, one person at a time. Through martial arts, education, and personal coaching, we’ve created a space where students and families in New Orleans feel welcome, supported, and inspired to succeed.
We believe martial arts is for everyone, no matter your age, background, or experience. Whether you’re starting fresh or building on what you know, our programs are designed to help students gain the skills they need to protect themselves, stay disciplined, and develop confidence that lasts a lifetime.
Here at Forever Driven, we don’t just teach kicks and punches. We build character, support goals, and encourage every student to live their best life.
"He is learning to better channel his energy and learn better self-control. We are looking forward to long tenure with Forever Driven!"
"They focus on having fun, but also consistently model respect, dedication, confidence, perseverance."
"I can see the confidence and respect change in my kids."
My son and I love Forever Driven, it has been a wonderful experience for him.
"Very nice family instructors who treat students as family, students work with weapons the first day. They also teach an awesome self-defense class!"
About our programs
🧸Cubbie and Me
For Ages 18 Months to 5 Years
The perfect way to connect, grow, and have fun together.
Our Cubbie and Me classes are designed for young children and their parents to bond through movement, teamwork, and playful challenges. Each session blends age-appropriate martial arts, games, and valuable life lessons in a safe, supportive setting.
🐯 Tiny Tigers
For Ages 3 to 6
Where fun meets focus.
Our Tiny Tigers classes help young children develop coordination, balance, and body awareness through exciting martial arts activities. Every class is designed to build confidence, teach discipline, and prepare your child with the social-emotional tools they'll carry into school and beyond.
🥋Junior Basic
For Ages 6 to 12
More than self-defense. It’s a foundation for life.
Our Junior Basic classes teach practical skills to help your child stay safe while also building the qualities that matter most. Students grow in focus, discipline, respect, and confidence, and those lessons carry into every part of their lives.
💪Teens and Adults
For Ages 13 and Up
Build strength, boost confidence, and stay protected.
Our Teen and Adult classes combine powerful self-defense with high-energy fitness that actually keeps you motivated. These classes are designed to challenge your body, sharpen your focus, and help you feel your best, all in a positive, supportive community.
🌟Leadership Program
For All Ages
Lead with purpose. Train with focus.
Our Leadership Program is designed to take students to the next level, whether they're preparing to compete, mentoring others, or growing into future instructors. Participants gain advanced training, real leadership experience, and opportunities to take on more responsibility both in and out of class.
🎉Birthday Parties
For Ages 4 and Up
Let us handle the fun; you just enjoy the smiles.
Planning a birthday party doesn’t have to be stressful. Our martial arts-themed parties are exciting, easy to plan, and packed with energy. Kids enjoy games, challenges, and fun activities, while you get to sit back and enjoy the celebration.
☀️Summer Camp
For Ages 3 and Up
A summer full of movement, memories, and growth.
Our Martial Arts Summer Camp offers more than just fun; it gives your child a place to build confidence, stay active, and learn valuable life skills. Each day is filled with exciting activities, team games, martial arts training, and lessons that stick with them long after camp ends. Parents love it. Kids remember it.Frequently Asked Questions
Most frequent questions and answers about our Martial Arts Programs
A part of our Tiny Tiger and Junior Basic Martial Arts classes, is specifically teaching our students respect, and teaching when to use their new self defense training and when to NOT use them. We instead find that our students become MORE confident to stand up to bullies and have more humility and kindness to others through their Martial Arts Lessons.
We ask parents to watch their children in their Martial Arts Lessons. We love parents getting involved, and so do your kids! Even better… join into some of our Martial Arts classes for Adults. Your kids will love that you have something in common. It will build a strong family bond!
No, not at all! We find that people start at varying fitness levels. But, you will find that you do get fit by doing our martial arts classes. Isn’t that the point though? A fun workout that gets results!
Truthfully, the journey to black belt is an individual one. Usually it takes about 3-4 years for our students to achieve their black belts, but typically everyone progresses at a different pace. There is no judgement on students for how long it does take. What we can tell you, is that it is SO WORTHWHILE!
The self defense skills you will learn can truly be life-saving!
However, the other benefits of striving for black belt, like perseverance, commitment and self discipline lead to life-long success.
You will find that your instructors at Forever Driven are dedicated to helping you on your journey to black belt or whatever your personal goal may be.
We do only have a certain amount of space in our training area. Take advantage of our limited time offer… The fastest way is to fill in the form.
Additionally, you can always call us, we would love to chat with you about what we do, and if our classes would be a great fit for you and your family!
Make sure you wear comfortable clothes you can do sport in! Not really suitable to practice kicks in a skirt.😳
Be sure to bring a water bottle to your martial arts classes. You will find Forever Driven Martial Arts in New Orleans have classes for kids and adults that are a great workout and lots of fun! Most students are grinning from ear to ear by the end of the class. I am sure you will be too!
Not at all. In fact, many students starting in our classes would describe themselves like that before they started. So you will fit right in!
Give yourself some time, and you will be astounded at how much you improve! You’ll find that our very experienced instructors, are trained to keep their teaching simple. So even the most uncoordinated person will develop ‘ninja-like’ skills! Come see for yourself!
Forever Driven Martial Arts
New Orleans
📍 Lakeview Location: 225 W Harrison Ave
📍 Chalmette Location: 2620 Delille St.
Stop by and say hello. We’d love to see you! 👋😊