Fonseca Martial Arts

Fonseca Martial Arts' mission is to bring out the best in every individual by forging a strong mind, body and spirit to discover the champion within. #fmakarate

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Congratulations to jiu-jitsu student Laura on her promotion to blue belt today! It’s been a grind, but her consistency and willingness to put in the work truly paid off. Well deserved!

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Simple as it gets 👊

Refer a friend. Get a free month.
If someone you refer signs up for a membership, your next month is on us.

Train together. Win together.

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Upcoming at FMA 📅

Get off to a great start with 2026 events at FMA. See what’s in the pipeline for the next two months at your favorite dojo >>> https://t.co/sWV49JlfsL

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Parents Night Out = your night off 😌
This Friday at the Wilmette dojo, 5:30–8:30 pm.
Kids have a blast, parents get a break. 🥋✨

Register now at https://t.co/DvqwePQZNB

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🎉🥋 Happy New Year! 🥋🎉

New year. New goals. Same discipline, heart, and hard work on the mats.
Here’s to training stronger, moving better, and growing together in 2026.

See you in the dojo on Saturday. 👊

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Happy Birthday to the legend who started it all: Sensei John! 🎉

Founder, leader, & still setting the pace on the mat. Thank you for the vision, the high standards, & the countless lessons. FMA wouldn’t be what it is without you.

Here’s to another year of impact! 🥋

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The next round of FMA Holiday parties is almost here! Check out the lineup & come see us at one or all of the dojos for some holiday cheer 🎅

Friday, December 19 • 4pm • Park Ridge
Friday, December 19 • 6pm • Glenview
Saturday, December 20 • 2pm • Roscoe Village

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This holiday season, we’re teaming up to support the Evanston Animal Shelter. ❤️🐶🐱

We’re collecting pet supplies at both the Evanston & Park Ridge dojos now through December 21st.

Also accepting monetary donations at https://t.co/VXWQL5o6mv

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Happy Thanksgiving from our dojo family to yours 🧡🥋

We’re grateful for our students, parents, & instructors who bring energy, respect, & heart to the mat each week.

Thank you for being part of our community. Enjoy a safe, restful holiday, & we’ll see you on Saturday! 🦃✨

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Training pause activated. 🥋✨
Our dojos are closed today through Friday for a short Thanksgiving break. We’ll be back on the mats Saturday, ready for strong stances, sharp techniques, and big post-turkey energy just like this.

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Parents Night Out is back 👊

Drop the kids off at the Roscoe Village Dojo on Friday, December 6th for an evening of games, food, and martial arts fun, while you enjoy a night to yourselves.

Space is limited, so grab a spot early at https://t.co/DvqwePRxD9

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Preschoolers develop coordination, focus, & social skills at a rapid pace. Martial arts helps them facilitate that by encouraging listening, following directions, & managing their bodies in a structured way.

Schedule a trial in karate, jiu-jitsu, or both https://t.co/dr8Ra7QYYO.

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We’re excited to share that photos from the 2025 Fonseca Cup are now available for purchase.

Browse through the galleries, relive your finest moments, and grab your favorite shots from the tournament.

View and purchase your photos here:
>>> https://t.co/LOrd0MxvCs <<<

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Today we honor the veterans in our dojo community and beyond. Thank you for your service, sacrifice, and the example you set for our students every day. 🇺🇸 #VeteransDay

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THANK YOU to the competitors of the Fonseca Cup! Whether you won a medal or simply gave your all, you embodied the true spirit of karate: respect, perseverance, & courage.

And of course, thank you to the coaches and families who supported them! ❤️

We'll see you next year 👊

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👏 A huge thank you to our incredible referee team! 👏

Your focus, professionalism, and fairness made all the difference at this year’s Fonseca Cup.

Because of your commitment, every match was judged with integrity and the true spirit of karate shone through.

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On Sunday we said farewell to our friends from Jr. Nippon 🇯🇵

Thank you for traveling all the way from Tokyo to attend the Cup, spending time with our dojo families, and sharing your stories with us! We hope to see you soon!

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THANK YOU to all of the volunteers that helped to make the 2025 Fonseca Cup one to remember.

We truly could not have done it without each and every one of you!

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Happy Birthday to Sensei Gerson 🥳 Sensei is an absolute rock at the Roscoe Village Dojo, and his energy, spirit, and sense of humor make every class better. We’re so grateful for everything he brings to our students and team!

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🎃👻 Happy Halloween from Fonseca Martial Arts! Whether you’re rocking a gi or a costume tonight, remember — real confidence is the best superpower of all. Stay safe, have fun, and we’ll see you back on the mats soon! 🥋🦇