We specialize in hapkido, taekwondo (adult and children), gumdo, women's self-defense and an After School Program. Take a moment to find out more! Our periodic newsletter will keep you updated on happenings in the martial arts and fitness world, special offers, new website content, and important events.
Dan strikes the perfect balance between making the class challenging and fun, while ensuring that his students master both the techniques and founding principles of the art he teaches. He is an excellent instructor and mentor.
Dan strikes the perfect balance between making the class challenging and fun, while ensuring that his students master both the techniques and founding principles of the art he teaches. He is an excellent instructor and mentor.
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Bourelle Martial Arts has no boundaries! Many schools are bound by rules set by tradition and/or their associations. Our association (American Martial Arts Federation) on the other hand is a forward thinking group of individuals with one goal, help every student reach their goals through the best martial arts experience possible!
Bourelle Martial Arts was first opened in Wilmington, NC in late 2004 under the name, "Wilmington Martial Arts Center". It's moved to a few different locations as the school has grown, starting in the garage of owner Dan Bourelle, then moving to the Childrens Learning Center on Medical Center drive.
As a certified personal trainer through the ISSA (International Sports Science Association) and a certified MMA Conditioning Coach through the MMA Conditioning Association and NESTA, you can be assured a high quality of training. Whether you participate in martial arts, play sports, want to build muscle or tone and lose weight, I can develop a training program designed specifically for you and your needs.
Gum-Do (also known as "Kum-Do") is a martial art that developed over many years in Korea and surrounding countries. The art is recognized by distinct uses of the sword in offensive and defensive movements that demonstrate the skill and concentration of the practitioner. Studying Gum-Do offers students many mental and physical benefits.
Participants will learn about prevention and awareness, basic physical defenses, and even discussions on what to do and expect after an attack happens. We offer both seminar programs and private lessons. Please contact to schedule for yourself or a group. We also offer a FREE weekly self defense class for all adults (16 and over).
Reviews (9)
Lance Lloyd
Jul 30, 2020
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William The Worst
Oct 19, 2019
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Averil Boren
Dec 24, 2018
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We've sent both our daughter and our son to Bourelle's Martial Arts for several years now. She is now a black belt and the confidence and self-discipline she has gained from this experience is extraordinary. Our son is learning focus and control, as well as gaining confidence from the experience. We highly recommend Bourelle's. Dan is an excellent teacher and teaches respect and self discipline. Five Stars!
Karate & Sports Gaming
Dec 20, 2018
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My son has been studying with Bourelle Martial Arts for close to six years. Our original intent was to have after school care and help with his homework. Bourelle Martial Arts is so much more than that. My son is learning respect for himself and others, self discipline, courtesy, integrity and perseverance. All attributes we want to see in ourselves and certainly expect to pass on to our children. BMA is more than an after school program. Our family considers BMA as family. Together we ALL are raising my son to become a fine young man. Thank you BMA.
Monica Herrick
Jul 30, 2018
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Todd
Oct 13, 2017
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Alexander Pasternak
Sep 28, 2017
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By far my favorite martial arts school in WIlmington! This school is perfect for those looking for the most practical experience and training in self defense. I am 24 and have been a practicing martial arts on and off for the past 9 years. I started taking classes for a few months, but had to take a long hiatus due to work. Although I fully intend to return as soon as possible!
George Pace
Aug 31, 2017
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I studied tae kwon do and wing chun as a youth with various instructors, and am confident saying that Mr. Bourelle is not merely the best I have seen in Wilmington, but the best I have seen. He is expert in his craft, patient, supportive and motivating. He is also extremely flexible - whether you are in his class to become a black belt or to learn basic self-defense he will help you reach your goals.
Jared
Aug 06, 2017
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