A K-12 academy, after-school enrichment program, and summer camp — all under one roof. We develop the whole child: academically, physically, and socially, in a safe 6,000 sq ft facility built for their success.
Full-time academics, after-school enrichment, or a week of summer camp — pick the path that fits your family.
During school hours or full day. On-site teachers, Christian or secular curriculum, official transcripts, and daily PE built in.
Just after school — 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM. We pick your child up, feed them, help with homework, and move them through life skills and martial arts before you arrive.
10 weeks of full-day camp, May 26 – July 31. Life skills, fitness, field trips, and Pizza Fridays. Limited to 20-25 kids per week.
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We don't just watch your kids — we develop them. Every program is built around emotional, intellectual, social, and physical growth.
K-12 curriculum through outstanding academic software, taught on-site by dedicated teachers and tutors. Christian-based options available. Transcripts provided.
Discipline, respect, leadership, and confidence built into every day. The first skill we teach is focus — and we reinforce it through a structured progression system with positive reinforcement.
6,000 sq ft facility with background-checked staff, CPR and First Aid certification, Red Cross Medical Assistant on-site, and a strict bully-free zone. Conflict avoidance is taught before anything physical.
Every student gets structured physical education through martial arts — developing coordination, strength, and resilience. It fulfills PE requirements for homeschool students and keeps after-school kids active and focused.
Dedicated academic time with staff support. Report cards are reviewed as part of our advancement criteria — academics always come first. Private 45-minute tutoring sessions also available.
Over 30 years of experience working with children with disabilities. Every child gets a free private assessment, 1-on-1 sessions with our Child Development Expert, and a personalized path into group learning.
Every family is different. Whether you need a full-day school, afternoon enrichment after the bell rings, or a summer program that does more than babysit — we built something for each.
A complete school day inside our campus — core academics with dedicated teachers in the morning, then fitness and character development every afternoon. Christian-based curriculum options available, official transcripts provided, and special needs support backed by 30+ years of experience.
We pick up from 14 local schools, get homework done first, then move into leadership training, life skills, and fitness — all directed by our degreed Child Development Expert. Your child isn’t just supervised, they’re developed. Fun Fridays, parent nights, and community clubs round out the experience.
Ten weeks of full-day programming that runs nothing like a daycare. Every hour is structured — fitness, life skills, team challenges, arts and crafts, field trips, and Pizza Fridays. Limited to 20-25 kids per week so your child gets real attention from the same trusted staff they know from the school year.
GMA Academy isn't just a school that happens to have a gym. We're the education arm of Global Martial Arts — 33+ years of building character, discipline, and confidence in young people. Every student gets structured physical education taught by certified black belt instructors. It's not an add-on. It's the foundation.
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GMA Academy is family-run by educators who have spent over 35 years developing young people. 18+ certified, background-checked staff, — every one of them CPR and first aide certified.
Our 6,000 square foot facility in Gallatin was purpose-built for education and development — not converted from a storefront. Academic learning stations, two dedicated training rooms, an enrichment zone for arts and crafts, and full student amenities including lockers, snack stations, and electronic attendance tracking.
Everything you need to know before enrolling your child at GMA Academy.
Our Homeschool Academy serves grades K through 12. The After School Program and Summer Camps serve children ages 5 to 14. Every child receives a free private assessment before starting so we can place them in the right learning path.
We currently pick up from 14 schools in the Gallatin area including Vena Stuart, Guild, Howard, Liberty Creek Elementary, Station Camp Elementary, Benny Bills, Union STEM, Jack Anderson, St. John Vianney, Liberty Creek Middle, Station Camp Middle, Rucker Stewart Middle, and Joe Shafer Middle. Don’t see your school? Call us at 731-324-3850.
School pickup, daily snacks, homework help and tutoring, leadership and life skills training, physical education through martial arts (included free), Fun Fridays, arts and crafts, and community events. The program runs 2:30 to 5:30 PM with extended care available until 6:00 PM. Directed by our degreed Child Development Expert.
Yes — over 30 years of experience. Our Director of Child Development holds a B.S. in Child Development and has 16+ years working specifically with children with disabilities. Every child gets a free private assessment and 1-on-1 sessions before joining group activities, with a personalized integration path.
Every staff member is fully background checked, CPR and First Aid certified, and we have a certified Red Cross Medical Assistant on-site. Our team of 16+ certified staff brings over 33 combined years of experience in youth development and education.
Every hour is structured — fitness, life skills, team challenges, arts and crafts, and field trips. We limit capacity to 20-25 kids per week so each child gets real attention. Your child works with the same trusted staff from the school year, not seasonal hires. Camp runs 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM and includes two daily snacks and Pizza Fridays.
We’re at 509 Garnet Ct, Suite 300, Gallatin, TN 37066. We serve families from Gallatin, Hendersonville, Bethpage, Castalian Springs, Goodlettsville, Lebanon, Whitehouse, Westmoreland, Lafayette, and Cottontown. 360-degree parking is available on all sides of the building.
"The programming here is incredible — academics, fitness, crafts, and life skills all under one roof. My son has grown so much since enrolling. He comes home excited every day."
"The leadership and character development here is unlike anything I've seen. My daughter has become more confident, more respectful, and more driven in school. GMA changed everything."
"My shy kid is now raising his hand in class and standing up for himself. The confidence he's gained carries over into every part of his life. Forever grateful."
"The staff genuinely cares about every child. My daughter's grades improved within the first month and she talks about her instructors like they're family. Best decision we made."
"We tried three after-school programs before GMA. This is the only place where my son actually wants to go. The structure and discipline have transformed his behavior at home too."
"As a single mom, I needed a program I could trust completely. The background-checked staff, the daily routine, the academic focus — I finally have peace of mind every afternoon."
"The programming here is incredible — academics, fitness, crafts, and life skills all under one roof. My son has grown so much since enrolling. He comes home excited every day."
"The leadership and character development here is unlike anything I've seen. My daughter has become more confident, more respectful, and more driven in school. GMA changed everything."
"My shy kid is now raising his hand in class and standing up for himself. The confidence he's gained carries over into every part of his life. Forever grateful."
"The staff genuinely cares about every child. My daughter's grades improved within the first month and she talks about her instructors like they're family. Best decision we made."
"We tried three after-school programs before GMA. This is the only place where my son actually wants to go. The structure and discipline have transformed his behavior at home too."
"As a single mom, I needed a program I could trust completely. The background-checked staff, the daily routine, the academic focus — I finally have peace of mind every afternoon."
