Practical by design
Training develops awareness, decision-making, movement, control, and skills intended for situations beyond the gym.
Start $29.99 trialCore Martial Arts & Self Defense
Gulf Breeze · Serving Navarre & Pensacola
Train for more
than a workout.
Premier martial arts and practical self-defense training for Gulf Breeze, Navarre, Pensacola, and Northwest Florida.
All levelsBeginners welcome
Ages 4+Youth through adult
Real experienceDefense & competition
READY
Awareness · Confidence · Capability
KRAV MAGA ◆ HAPKIDO ◆ KICKBOXING ◆ YOUTH DEFENSE ◆
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“A wonderful, family-friendly business for both kids and adults to learn how to defend themselves while developing confidence, discipline, and practical skills.”
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“My son has grown in skills and strength, but also in confidence and perseverance. We are so grateful we found them!”
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“The instructors are knowledgeable, encouraging, and push you to grow both in skill and confidence. Both of my kids absolutely love it.”
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Why train at Core?
More than generic martial-arts classes.
Core combines practical instruction, traditional martial arts, experienced coaching, and a focused academy culture. Every program has a clear purpose and a path for beginners to grow.
Experience that matters
Instruction is informed by advanced martial-arts ranks, military service, law enforcement, personal security, and combat-sports coaching.
Built for progression
Beginners start at an appropriate pace while experienced students continue developing technique, conditioning, control, and performance.
Focused community
Students train in a respectful, family-driven environment where progress is earned and responsible use of skill is expected.
Choose your path
Training that meets
you where you are.
Whether your goal is practical protection, competition, fitness, or helping your child grow stronger and more confident—there is a place for you at Core.
Real-world defense
Krav Maga
Practical self-defense built around awareness, instinctive movement, powerful counterattacks, escapes, and realistic threats.
Learn more about Krav Maga →Traditional martial art
Hapkido
A complete Korean martial art combining strikes, kicks, joint locks, throws, takedowns, and practical control techniques.
Learn more about Hapkido →Striking & conditioning
Kickboxing
Develop sharp hands, powerful kicks, timing, fitness, and fight-ready conditioning.
Learn more about Kickboxing →Ages 4–8
Kid Ninjas
An energetic introduction to martial arts, confidence, coordination, focus, and age-appropriate personal safety.
Learn more about Kid Ninjas →Ages 8–13
Junior Self-Defense
Practical defensive skills, discipline, awareness, confidence, and controlled partner training for growing students.
Learn more about Junior Self-Defense →
Hapkido in practice
Control the threat.
Protect yourself.
Hapkido develops practical control through positioning, joint locks, takedowns, and defensive movement. Students learn techniques progressively with an emphasis on awareness, precision, and responsible use.
Instructor demonstration using a training knife.
Try a Hapkido class →The best way to understand Core is to train
Two weeks for $29.99.
See what you’re capable of.
Train in real classes for two weeks for $29.99. Share your contact information and we will help match you with the right class. If you already know which program you want, use its program page for the fastest, correctly routed response.
- Beginners welcome
- Programs for ages 4+
- No obligation
General training inquiry
Let’s find your program.
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Weekly rhythm
Find your training time.
Classes run throughout the week. Open the live calendar for special events, closures, and the most current availability.
Open live calendar ↗Monday
10 AMKickboxing
4 PMKid NinjasAges 4–8
5 PMJunior Self-DefenseAges 8–13
6 PMAdult Hapkido
7 PMAdult Krav Maga
Tuesday
10 AMKickboxing
4 PMJunior Self-DefenseAges 8–13
6 PMBeginner Kickboxing
7 PMAdvanced Kickboxing
Wednesday
10 AMKickboxing
4 PMKid NinjasAges 4–8
5 PMJunior Self-DefenseAges 8–13
6 PMAdult Hapkido
7 PMAdult Krav Maga
Thursday
4 PMJunior Self-DefenseAges 8–13
6 PMBeginner Kickboxing
7 PMAdvanced Kickboxing
Friday
Private lessons by appointment
Inside the academy
Real classes.
Real training.
Train alongside a focused, supportive community. Classes combine practical instruction, partner work, conditioning, and coaching for every experience level.
Junior Self-Defense · Ages 8–13
Confidence they
carry everywhere.
Junior students build practical self-defense skills while developing discipline, focus, coordination, and respect. Classes challenge them in an encouraging environment where progress is earned and confidence grows naturally.
Try Junior Self-Defense →
From the mat at Core
Training, progress, and achievement.
Real milestones from Core students and athletes in Gulf Breeze.
Nate Miller wins his kickboxing debut
Core athlete Nate Miller earned a dominant 30–27 victory in his amateur kickboxing debut.
Explore Kickboxing →Student progress
Confidence earned through practice
Core’s youth students build skills through structured classes, responsible partner work, testing, and steady progression.
Explore Junior Self-Defense →Experience matters
Learn from people who have lived it.
Core combines traditional martial arts, practical self-defense, law-enforcement experience, and high-level combat-sports coaching.
Owner · Chief Instructor
Scott Farley
4th Degree Master Instructor in Hapkido and 5th Degree Black Belt in Krav Maga.
U.S. Air Force veteran with law-enforcement, criminal-investigation, and personal-security experience, plus more than a decade coaching MMA, kickboxing, and bare-knuckle fighters.
- Real-world safety and conflict avoidance
- Traditional and practical martial arts
- Competitive fight coaching
Train your way · Bring Core to your group
Private training
& custom seminars.
Focused instruction is available for individuals, families, teams, businesses, and organizations. Sessions can be built around practical self-defense, martial arts development, striking, fight preparation, or the needs of your group.
Before your first class
Martial arts questions,
answered clearly.
Quick answers for Gulf Breeze, Navarre, and Pensacola families comparing programs and planning a first visit.
How much does it cost to try Core Martial Arts?
New students can train in real classes for two weeks for $29.99. The trial is available for beginners and helps you choose the right program before making a longer commitment.
Do I need martial-arts experience to start?
No. Beginners are welcome in Core's Krav Maga, Hapkido, Kickboxing, Kid Ninjas, and Junior Self-Defense programs. Your instructor will help you begin at an appropriate pace.
Which martial-arts programs does Core offer in Gulf Breeze?
Core offers Krav Maga, Hapkido, beginner and advanced Kickboxing, Kid Ninjas for ages 4–8, Junior Self-Defense for ages 8–13, private lessons, and custom seminars.
What should I wear to my first class?
Wear comfortable athletic clothing and bring water. You do not need a uniform or special equipment for your first class unless Core tells you otherwise.
What is the difference between Krav Maga, Hapkido, and Kickboxing?
Krav Maga focuses on practical real-world personal protection. Hapkido combines strikes, kicks, joint locks, throws, and control techniques in a traditional Korean martial art. Kickboxing develops striking technique, footwork, conditioning, and optional competitive skills.
Does Core offer martial arts for children?
Yes. Kid Ninjas serves ages 4–8, while Junior Self-Defense serves ages 8–13. Both programs develop age-appropriate self-defense, confidence, coordination, focus, discipline, and respect.
What happens when a Junior Self-Defense student turns 14?
Students approaching age 14 are personally guided into the best next Core program based on maturity, experience, goals, and current class placement. Contact Core before the transition so the instructors can recommend the right training path.
Does Core serve students from Navarre and Pensacola?
Yes. Core is located at 3483 Gulf Breeze Parkway in Gulf Breeze and regularly serves students from Gulf Breeze, Navarre, Pensacola, and surrounding Northwest Florida communities.
Are private self-defense lessons and seminars available?
Yes. Core offers one-on-one and small-group private lessons, local seminars for organizations, and travel seminars for qualified opportunities.
Come see the academy
Your first step starts here.
Questions about the right class, age group, or experience level? Call, email, or stop by Core in Tiger Plaza.