Ultimate Martial Arts and Fitness

Ultimate Martial Arts and Fitness André's Taekwondo Academy is a Songahm Taekwondo school. Teaching Korean Martial Arts, self-defence

Life Skill of the Month: 💪🏼🥋DISCIPLINE🥋💪🏼Discipline is doing what is right, even when no one is watching. In martial art...
10/09/2026

Life Skill of the Month:

💪🏼🥋DISCIPLINE🥋💪🏼

Discipline is doing what is right, even when no one is watching. In martial arts, students develop discipline through focus, respect, perseverance, and consistent effort. These lessons extend beyond the dojo and help build success at home, at school, and in everyday life.

A PROUD MOMENT FOR ULTIMATE MARTIAL ARTS! We are incredibly proud to celebrate our ATA Martial Arts South Africa Nationa...
10/09/2026

A PROUD MOMENT FOR ULTIMATE MARTIAL ARTS!

We are incredibly proud to celebrate our ATA Martial Arts South Africa National Awards nominees! ✨

To be recognised on a national level is a wonderful achievement and a reflection of the passion, dedication, hard work and heart that make our Ultimate Martial Arts family so special.

🥇 School of the Year — Ultimate Martial Arts
🥋 Instructor of the Year — Carol Woolf
🖤 Senior Black Belt of the Year — Carol Woolf.
⏱️ Time & Score Keeper of the Year — Cayley Lichter
🥋 Senior Colour Belt of the Year — Rubi Abrahams

Every nomination represents countless hours of training, teaching, supporting, competing and giving back to the martial arts community. We couldn't be prouder to see our school and our people recognised among South Africa's best.

To Carol, Cayley and Rubi , congratulations! ❤️ Your commitment and passion are an inspiration, and this recognition is so well deserved.

And to our entire Ultimate Martial Arts family , this nomination belongs to you too. Every student, parent, instructor and supporter plays a part in making our school what it is.

Hard work. Dedication. Bigger things ahead. 🏆

Congratulations to all the National Awards nominees! 🥋

28/08/2026

Congratulations to the winners 💪🏼

🥋 Not Everyone Starts. Even Fewer Finish. 🥋A Black Belt isn't awarded for talent.It's earned in the moments no one sees....
13/07/2026

🥋 Not Everyone Starts. Even Fewer Finish. 🥋

A Black Belt isn't awarded for talent.

It's earned in the moments no one sees.

The early mornings.
The aching muscles.
The endless repetitions.
The setbacks.
The self-doubt.
The moments you wanted to walk away.....but chose to stand back up.

Because champions aren't born.

They're built.

We celebrate two incredible milestones.

To our students who have successfully completed their Black Belt Grading...

🥋Cayley Lichter
🥋Sean Storer
🥋Ryan Lombard
🥋Conor Storer

This moment marks the culmination of years of sacrifice, discipline, resilience, and relentless determination.

Every early morning. Every demanding class. Every setback. Every lesson. Every decision to keep showing up has led you here.

But in our dojang, the journey isn't over just because you've passed.

You now return to wearing a white belt.

Not because you've gone backwards, but because every true martial artist understands that learning never ends. The white belt is a reminder to remain humble, to stay teachable, and to continue growing.

Over the next three months, you will continue your journey with the same dedication that brought you this far before officially receiving your Black Belts at the Kimchi Ceremony.

Because a Black Belt is not simply something you wear...

It is something you become.

To our students who have successfully passed their Black Belt Midterms...

It is more than a test of technique It is a test of perseverance, discipline, and character.

Congratulations to:

🥋 Jonathan Woolf
🥋 Aiden Niederbroker
🥋 Robert Le Roux

You have shown that when training became difficult, you didn't quit.
When expectations became greater, you rose to meet them.
When the road became longer, you kept moving forward.

To every student we celebrate...

Remember that the colour of the belt around your waist does not define you.

Your discipline does.
Your humility does.
Your perseverance does.
Your character does.

Stand tall.
Stay humble.
Train with purpose.
Lead by example.
Never stop learning.

The journey never truly ends and that's what makes martial arts so special.

To our new Black Belt graduates, congratulations on reaching this incredible milestone. To our Black Belt Midterm achievers, congratulations on taking another powerful step towards their next degree.

We are immensely proud of each of you. Your journey continues, your example inspires, and your legacy is only just beginning. 🖤🥋

3RD OF JUNE ⚔️Train with Master Andre Van Tonder in a special session at Ultimate Martial Arts & Fitness. This is your c...
22/05/2026

3RD OF JUNE ⚔️

Train with Master Andre Van Tonder in a special session at Ultimate Martial Arts & Fitness. This is your chance to step onto the mats with a true master and test yourself at another level.

🔥 Open to ALL UMA students
🥋 Attend in your normal class time slot
⚪ Full white uniform compulsory
📍 Ultimate Martial Arts & Fitness

Come disciplined. Come focused. Come ready .

What a weekend in Kroonstad! 🇿🇦🔥We had the absolute privilege of training, learning, and growing alongside some incredib...
04/05/2026

What a weekend in Kroonstad! 🇿🇦🔥

We had the absolute privilege of training, learning, and growing alongside some incredible people, with Masters all the way from the USA bringing next-level knowledge and energy to the mats. 👊

From the youngest athletes to the most experienced, the spirit, discipline, and passion in that room was something special. These are the moments that remind us why we do what we do.

Grateful for every lesson, every connection, and every memory made. This is what martial arts is all about. 💥

A big congratulations to our South African team heading to Worlds next year. That didn’t happen by luck. That’s hours, discipline, and commitment paying off , and we’re proud to see you represent 🇿🇦 on that stage.

Until the next one… 💪

🇿🇦 Happy Freedom Day, South Africa! 🇿🇦Today we celebrate the strength, unity, and spirit that make our nation so powerfu...
27/04/2026

🇿🇦 Happy Freedom Day, South Africa! 🇿🇦

Today we celebrate the strength, unity, and spirit that make our nation so powerful. Freedom isn’t just something we remember, it’s something we live, protect, and pass on every day.

Through discipline, respect, and perseverance, we continue building a better future one step, and one lesson at a time. 🥋

❤️ Our Freedom. Our Responsibility. Our Future. ❤️

Enjoy the day with your loved ones!

23/02/2026

On Saturday, Ultimate Martial Arts & Fitness had the privilege of hosting a Level 1 First Aid Course at our gym.

We believe development extends beyond physical skill. While martial arts builds strength, discipline, and resilience, true leadership also requires responsibility and preparedness. Providing our students and members with the opportunity to gain accredited, life-saving skills is a meaningful part of that commitment.

The course delivered practical, hands-on training designed to equip participants with the confidence and knowledge to respond effectively in emergency situations. Initiatives like this strengthen not only our gym, but the wider community we proudly serve.

A sincere thank you to Ma'am Adri Engelbrecht for organising the course and ensuring everything ran smoothly and Thank you to all who participated with such positive engagement, and to Danny for sharing his knowledge in a way that was both practical and impactful.

At Ultimate Martial Arts & Fitness, we remain dedicated to developing capable, confident individuals , both on and off the mat.

Blessings during this sacred season 🌙✝️As many observe Ramadan and Lent, this is a time of reflection, discipline, sacri...
19/02/2026

Blessings during this sacred season 🌙✝️

As many observe Ramadan and Lent, this is a time of reflection, discipline, sacrifice, and spiritual growth. These values echo the heart of what we practice every day , commitment, strength, and self-control.

From all of us at Ultimate Martial Arts and Fitness Team, we wish our members, families, and community a meaningful and uplifting season.

May your prayers bring peace, your sacrifices build strength, and your journey deepen your faith. 🤍

💝 Valentine’s Special Partner Taekwondo Class 💝Love isn’t just about romance , it’s about connection, laughter, and doin...
05/02/2026

💝 Valentine’s Special Partner Taekwondo Class 💝

Love isn’t just about romance , it’s about connection, laughter, and doing something fun together 💕

This Valentine’s Day, bring your person and enjoy a partner-based class that’s playful, energetic, and guaranteed to leave you smiling. Whether it’s your partner, best friend, sibling, or favorite training buddy, this experience is all about working together, cheering each other on, and enjoying the moment.

Expect plenty of laughs, light challenges, and a little friendly competition plus that feel-good sense of accomplishment you only get when you move as a team 😄

✨ Shared laughs
✨ Meaningful connection

It’s the perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with something active, memorable, and a little different from the usual plans.

📅 14 Feb | ⏰ 11:20–12:30 | ANY AGE | 🎉 FREE CLASS

WHATSAPP TO BOOK , *076 579 6866* Spots are limited, so grab your favorite person and claim your partner now!

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120 Ivy Road Norwood
Johannesburg
2192

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 20:00
Thursday 08:00 - 20:00
Friday 08:00 - 20:00

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+27765796866

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