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Our kids’ classes are designed to develop focus, set and achieve goals, teach self-defense techniques, and build self-confidence, all while ensuring kids have fun, make friends, and improve their strength and overall health. It’s a journey that nurtures both their body and mind!
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Our adult and teen classes are designed to improve focus, build self-confidence, set and achieve meaningful goals, and teach practical self-defense techniques, all while providing a fun, supportive environment to get in great shape and maintain lifelong fitness.
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Mark and Anna Gorman founded Mountain Eagle Karate Academy (MEKA) in 2001 to share their passion for martial arts with the community. Located in Albuquerque’s NE Heights for over 20 years, MEKA has helped students of all ages build focus, confidence, and fitness while learning practical self-defense techniques. Our welcoming, supportive environment makes it easy for anyone - no matter their skill or fitness level - to jump in, learn, and grow through martial arts.

“We looked at five or six different martial arts schools when choosing a dojo for our son. Mark and Anna were clearly the best! Our son has studied with them since 2007. We have never regretted our decision. They have a truly amazing program for kids, teens, and adults. They are inspiring martial artists as well as excellent and caring instructors. They want you to learn and improve and enjoy yourself as you do so.”

– Shane S.

Here are just a few of the many benefits of karate training:

Self-Confidence

Karate training offers countless benefits, such as fitness, self-defense, goal-setting, focus, and teamwork. These skills help students build confidence and thrive in every area of life.

Ultimate Focus

Karate requires concentration and attention to detail, essential for mastering the art. “Ultimate Focus” helps students block distractions, excel in school, and achieve career success through mindfulness.

Fitness

Karate is a fun, effective way to improve fitness. Through dynamic movements, students build strength and endurance, often enjoying themselves so much they forget they’re even working out!

Fun!

Our classes are high-energy, interactive, and supportive. We create a positive, engaging environment where students learn, grow, and have fun while building confidence and mastering important karate skills.

Community

In today’s world, children often lack chances for meaningful connection. Martial arts fosters friendships and bonding through discipline and teamwork, creating lifelong relationships within our dojo community.

Self-Defense

Karate equips students with practical self-defense techniques that boost confidence. These valuable skills prepare them to handle challenges on the mat, in daily life, and wherever they go.

“The things MEKA values have helped develop and reinforce our own values for our two daughters. Both of our daughters demonstrate self-discipline, leadership, awareness, and respect in all aspects of their lives, particularly seen at home and at school. They also have tremendous focus and a kind of knowing about their abilities and confidence that I know will help them in everything they do. They also have a lot of fun when they go to Mountain Eagle. Lauren and Halie started at the after-school program for GOK and recently they both earned their junior black belt and we couldn’t be more thrilled for them. Their dedication to karate is a result of Renshi Mark and Sensei Anna’s loving and consistent approach to teaching self-discipline, leadership, respect, awareness, and honesty.”

– Robyn L.

Our kids' classes focus on developing focus, setting and achieving goals, self-defense techniques, and building self-confidence, all while ensuring kids have fun, make friends, and improve their strength and overall health. It’s a journey that nurtures both their body and mind!
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