About Us

Meet Sensei Edgardo Moran

Sensei Edgardo is the head instructor at Sovereign Martial Arts in Belleville, NJ. Sensei Edgardo has a 3rd Degree Black Belt Shotokan Karate and Kickboxing. He is an accomplish martial arts instructor, competitor and performer winning numerous trophies and awards. Sensei Edgardo leads the SMA Demo Team "No Limits" with a creativity and dedication of a professional leader. His greatest desire is to touch the lives of hundreds in a positive way through the martial arts. He continues to develop personally as he and his wife Ariane (program director) run SMA Belleville, NJ. Under their leadership, SMA Belleville continues to thrive developing their students, instilling great values while improving the students' physical fitness, self-defense and character development. Sovereign Martial Arts Schools are headed by certified professional black belt Instructors. We teach Shotokan Karate, sport karate, kickboxing, MMA and self-defense with the respect and etiquette of true karate.

Our system at Sovereign Martial Arts was founded in 1996 by Shihan Jose DiCervo with a vision to expand the martial arts on a wider basis while developing "Champions for Life". The SMA system embraces the best traditions of the old ways and welcomes the vision of the new ways, thus providing "yesterday's karate to today's society". Our SMA curriculum maintains the challenges and vigorous training of the ancient ways while successfully employing the proven methods of today. Our curriculum is measured by high standards and represents a realistic challenge for all of its students. It is tailored to meet the needs of all individuals; size, strength and ability. The Sovereign Martial Arts system adapts to the demands of the changing world while equipping our students with the spiritual, mental and physical skills needed to meet any situation or threat. The SMA system keeps on the cutting edge of the martial arts world with the commitment and high standards of the SMA Leaders.

Our staff here in Belleville, NJ has the confidence and belief that anyone can succeed in any of our programs while having a lot of fun doing so. Sovereign Martial Arts is committed to providing the highest quality training available and is proud to say that we will give a positive learning environment in which individuals of all ages can benefit from. No matter what abilities you are made of, we guarantee you that you will be treated with common courtesy and recognition. We strive for our student's happiness and we do everything in our power to make sure our students are learning, building endurance, and having a great time.

Our academy specializes in Kids Martial Arts, Fitness Kickboxing, Adult Martial Arts, and Mixed Martial Arts. We offer outstanding instruction and training for men, women, and children. Sovereign Martial Arts believes in always having a friendly mind set for both newcomers and those returning to the program. Whether you are a serious competitor or just in it for fun, we have something for you. Our staff is well qualified and will become role models to their students. Individuals that become part of our training program here at Sovereign Martial Arts in Belleville, NJ will have the opportunity to learn from some of the greatest masters in the field.

People choose to train here at Sovereign Martial Arts in Belleville because we provide a non-intimidating, safe and clean environment in which allows an individual to fully get the most out of our program. Our training programs are comprehensive and balanced and offer students the ability to learn technique, strength, confidence, and self-defense. At Sovereign Martial Arts we believe that all of our programs should be serious but fun at the same time. We want our students to feel comfortable in class and to really get the most out of their time spent here. Our students will train, progress, and achieve here at Sovereign Martial Arts.

”Hard training requires a lot of physical stamina, but it also builds mental and spiritual strength too.“

”We do not rise to the level of our expectations. We fall to the level of our training.“

   

How Do I Get Started?

Considering taking one of our amazing training programs here at Sovereign Martial Arts in Belleville, NJ? First thing you'll have to do is pick a program that you are most interested in. Once you have picked a program you can then check out the schedule that is available. You will then have the opportunity to enroll online for one of our awesome web specials that we have to offer. If you have any other questions or concerns that are not covered under our site please don't hesitate to give us a call at the academy – 1-877-762-3656. We look forward to hearing from you and having you join us here at Sovereign Martial Arts in Belleville, NJ.