We hear some version of this question from adults all the time. “I’ve always wanted to try martial arts, but I feel like I should have started years ago.” Maybe you watched martial arts movies growing up. Maybe your child started training and now you’re wondering what it would be like to try it yourself. […]
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You don’t need experience. You don’t need to be in shape.
And your child doesn’t need to already be focused, confident, or coordinated.
That’s what training is for.
Whether you’re looking for a program for your child, your teenager, or yourself..
we’ll help you find the right place to start.
Your first step is simply walking through the door.
READY TO GET STARTED?
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Choose your preferred Evolution Martial Arts location to see class times, trial pricing, and everything included in our 2-week introductory program.
WELCOME TO EVOLUTIONMA
More Than Martial Arts. A Place to Grow.
Since 1989, Evolution Martial Arts has been helping kids, teens, and adults build confidence, develop discipline, learn real martial arts skills, and discover what they’re capable of.
We’re a family-owned and operated martial arts school with locations in Rocklin, Lincoln, and San Francisco. Whether you’re looking for your child’s first activity, working toward Black Belt, interested in competition, or ready to start training yourself, there’s a place for you here.
Our instructors will meet you where you are, learn what you want to accomplish, and help you keep moving forward.
Come see what it means to Evolve.
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OUR PROGRAMS
Tigers (3½ – 7)
Big Skills for Little Martial Artists
High-energy, age-appropriate classes that help young children develop coordination, listening skills, confidence, and self-control—all while having a whole lot of fun.
Kids Martial Arts (8 – 12)
Making Confidence Constant. Kids build real martial arts skills while developing focus, discipline, confidence, resilience, and friendships in an environment designed to challenge and support them.
View ProgramTeens Martial Arts (13 – 17)
Find Yourself. Find Your Team.
Teens develop martial arts skills, fitness, confidence, and independence while working toward meaningful goals alongside a supportive community.
Adult Martial Arts (18+)
Challenge Yourself. Get Stronger.
Build fitness, learn practical martial arts, relieve stress, and try something new to work toward—no previous experience required.
MORE THAN KICKS & PUNCHES
CONFIDENCE IS EARNED HERE.
We believe confidence comes from doing things you once thought were difficult.
Learning a new skill. Speaking up in class. Breaking a board. Working through frustration. Earning the next belt. Helping a newer student.
Our instructors use martial arts to give kids opportunities to practice focus, discipline, communication, perseverance, and leadership while learning real skills and having fun along the way.
The goal isn’t just to create great martial artists.
It’s to help develop confident, capable people.
Shweta Saxena
Kids have been going to Jaime’s Martial arts for the last 10 years and it an amazing place for kids to learn life skills. Chief Master Jaime is one of the best instructors in the region and so it the staff. They really personalize the training and are extremely knowledgeable of martial arts.
Kristen L
LOVE this place! My son is so proud every time he accomplishes something in class
Jamie D
One of the best decisions we’ve made for our daughter. The kids support each other, and the staff creates an environment that’s both disciplined and welcoming. It’s been amazing to watch our daughter not only improve physically but also develop more self discipline and confidence
Lyndsey Dammann
This studio is wonderful! Great staff and family run business. They work hard to ensure your child is having fun and trying their best while teaching amazing life skills and discipline. We couldn’t be happier with Jaime’s Martial Arts. Highly recommend!
Nicole D
EvolutionMA is great! The teachers are knowledgeable and child friendly. The classes are well organized and well paced. The kids enjoy going
Viola D
Our 7 year old struggles with focus/ADHD and we needed an outlet to help reinforce some of the positive personality skills we have been working on at home while also keeping him active. Ms Jaime has always been patient while also setting clear expectations. EMA Lincoln is definitely a gem and we are so glad to have discovered them!
Karesa Guerrero
My daughters have been doing here for a few months now, and seeing the changes in their attitudes for the better is just amazing. Watching them go through the process of earning stripes and different color belts as well as showing off their new moves is such a great experience! I can’t say enough good things about how, Jaime the owner, has your child’s best interest at heart. Im so happy my husband chose this for their extra-curricular activity!
Asanee
My son loves his classes and the instructors in Rocklion. They’re fun, engaging, and passionate about teaching. They’re caring and attentive to the students’ needs.
MORE THAN ANOTHER WORKOUT
CHALLENGE YOUR BODY. ENGAGE YOUR MIND.
Martial arts gives adults a different way to stay active. Instead of simply counting reps or watching the clock, you’re learning real skills, working toward goals, and challenging yourself in new ways.
Build strength, improve balance and coordination, learn practical martial arts skills, and enjoy training alongside a supportive community of adults with different ages, experience levels, and goals.
Whether you’ve trained before or you’re stepping onto the floor for the first time, you don’t need to be in shape to start. You just need to start.
THE EVOLUTION DIFFERENCE
EDUCATE. ELEVATE. EVOLVE.
Martial arts is what we teach. Growth is why we teach it.
For more than three decades, we’ve helped students develop skills that reach far beyond the training floor. We teach with purpose, challenge students to reach higher, and give them opportunities to discover what they’re capable of.
It’s more than our tagline. It’s how we teach.
EDUCATE
More Than Martial Arts Skills.
Great instruction is where it starts. Students learn real martial arts alongside confidence, discipline, communication, self-defense, leadership, and the skills to keep improving.
ELEVATE
Challenge With Support.
We believe students are capable of more. Our instructors set meaningful expectations, provide honest feedback, celebrate progress, and help students rise to the next challenge.
EVOLVE
There’s Always a Next Step.
From the first class to Black Belt—and opportunities in leadership, competition, and beyond—we give students room to discover how far they’re capable of going.
Since 1989, generations of students and families have grown up at Evolution. Some of the instructors leading our classes today first walked through our doors as young students themselves.
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