Now Accepting Step Up For Students Scholarships at Winter Haven Martial Arts Academy
- oblekherov
- Nov 7
- 3 min read
Updated: Nov 8
Winter Haven Martial Arts Academy Now Accepting Step Up For Students Scholarships | Affordable Jiu-Jitsu & Judo for Kids
We Are Proud to Be an Approved Step Up For Students Provider
Families in Winter Haven, Lake Wales, Dundee, Auburndale, Haines City, and surrounding Polk County communities now have more access to high-quality martial arts training.Winter Haven Martial Arts Academy is officially an Approved Step Up For Students Provider, which means you can use your Step Up scholarship funds toward your child’s martial arts membership.
This program makes it possible for families to choose the best educational and developmental opportunities for their children — and we are proud to be part of that choice.
How to Use Your Step Up Funds:
Log in to your Step Up For Students account at:https://www.stepupforstudents.org/
Go to the Marketplace section.
In the search bar, type Winter Haven Jiujitsu. You may see us listed as Winter Haven Jiujitsu or Winter Haven Martial Arts Academy — both are correct.
Select the class type, registration fee, or uniforms you would like to reserve funds for.
Add your selections to the basket and click “Reserve Funds.”
Once the funds are reserved, we will handle everything else on the backend and confirm your child’s enrollment.
Why Martial Arts Through Step Up?
Martial arts training is more than just exercise. It helps children develop:
Confidence
Focus
Discipline
Self-control
Respect
Problem-solving skills
Resilience when facing challenges
Our Jiu-Jitsu and Judo programs build strong bodies and strong minds, in a supportive, structured, and encouraging environment.
Many parents in our academy tell us martial arts has helped their child:
Do better in school
Improve behavior at home and in public
Build social connections and friendships
Reduce anxiety and stress
Gain confidence in new situations
Who Can Use Step Up Funds at Our Academy?
If your child receives funding through Step Up For Students (including Florida Tax Credit Scholarship, Family Empowerment Scholarship, FES-UA, Unique Abilities Scholarship, or related programs), you may be able to apply those funds toward:
Monthly membership
Training fees
Approved educational enrichment programs
If you are unsure whether your scholarship qualifies, our team will guide you step-by-step.
Martial Arts Programs Available
We offer classes for:
Kids Jiu-Jitsu (Ages 4–7)
Youth Jiu-Jitsu & Judo (Ages 6–14)
Homeschool Jiu-Jitsu Program (weekday morning classes)
Evening classes Monday through Friday at 5:45 PM
Every class is taught by experienced, highly trained instructors who create a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.
Why Parents Choose Winter Haven Martial Arts
Family-friendly academy
Clean, safe mats and facility
Experienced instructors
Structured teaching system
No bullying, no ego, supportive community
Real martial arts technique that works in real life
We help kids become strong, respectful, focused, and confident — not just on the mats, but in life.
How to Enroll Using Step Up Funds
Enrollment is simple:
Contact us to let us know you would like to use Step Up funds.
We will help guide you through the invoice request process.
Once approved, your child can begin training right away.
You can reach us at:
Winter Haven Martial Arts Academy📍 6290 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven, FL 33884📞 863-888-0577📧 info@winterhavenjiujitsu.com🌐 https://www.winterhavenjiujitsu.com
Ready to Get Started?
If you’ve been looking for “Step Up providers near me”, “activities for homeschool students in Winter Haven”, or “affordable martial arts classes for kids”, your search is over.
Your child deserves a place where they feel confident, supported, and strong.We’d be honored to welcome your family to our academy.
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