MARTIAL ARTS FOR BOTH CHILDREN AND ADULTS!

America's Best Defense proudly serving Franklin

America’s Best Defense has Classes in Franklin, Perfect for Kids, Teens, and Adults Martial Arts Lessons.

Who we Are And why You Should Train Here

Since we’ve opened, we’ve been dedicated to changing the lives of people one person at a time, through martial arts, education and coaching. We strive to provide a safe, comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for all students and family members. We take pride in creating an environment for individuals to achieve, develop and succeed in their personal goals.

We strongly believe that martial arts can be for everyone, regardless of age, gender or experience levels. Throughout all of our programs, students will not only learn the necessary skill sets to protect themselves, we stand behind our realistic and practical approach, confident it will enable every member to achieve greatness and live their best life..

Get To Know Our World Class Instructors

About Us

Sensei Mike Saunders

  • 25 Years Martial Arts training
  • 4th Degree Black Belt from America’s Best Defense
  • 3rd Degree Black Belt in Krav Maga from Krav Maga Alliance
  • High School Wrestler
  • 7 Years of Gi and No Gi Jiu Jitsu
  • Worked as a training partner in multiple professional MMA fight camps
  • Certified instructor from MA Pro
  • Over 10 years of Teaching Experience
About Us

Sensei Jason Pan

  • 4th degree Black Belt from America’s Best Defense
  • 2nd degree Instructor Black Belt in Krav Maga from Krav Maga Alliance
  • 2nd degree Black Belt in Taekwondo
  • Over 2 years Boxing Experience
  • Over 10 years of Teaching Experience
  •  Certified instructor from MA Pro
About Us

Miss Miranda Garcia

  • 25 years of martial arts training
  • Level 5 gold certified instructor from the Krav Maga Alliance
  • 4th degree Black Belt from America’s Best Defense
  • Certified Strikefit Kickboxing instructor
  • 5 years of teaching Kickboxing
  • Over 5 years of teaching Krav Maga
  • Certified instructor from MA Pro
About Us

Mr. Matt Morse

  • 18 years of martial arts training
  • 2nd degree Black Belt from America’s Best Defense
  • 1st Dan Black Belt in Taekwondo
  • 10 years Muay Thai experience
  • Level 5 gold certified instructor from the Krav Maga Alliance
  • Certified instructor from MA Pro