Savannah's Black Belt Academy

Savannah's Black Belt Academy provides martial arts, Taekwondo, and personal defense education at 7720 Waters Ave in Savannah, Georgia. The academy is owned and directed by Master Jim Richard, an experienced martial arts educator and Krav Maga instructor, supported by Head Instructor Mr. Joey Drescher, a 3rd degree black belt dedicated to student character and physical development. The curriculum encompasses developmental training pathways for students of all ages. Youth offerings include Dragon Squad and Karate for Kids programs that combine positive mental attitude development, goal setting, balance, and bully prevention awareness. Teenage and adult practitioners train in traditional poomsae forms, precision kicking, practical Krav Maga self-defense tactics, and high-energy Cardio Kickboxing for total-body conditioning. Instruction balances martial discipline with encouragement in a family-oriented dojang setting. Families and prospective students in Savannah can visit the Waters Avenue facility to tour the mats, consult with Master Jim Richard and Mr. Joey Drescher, and register for introductory classes.