Black Belt Attitude School (Butler)

Black Belt Attitude School (Butler) is a martial arts school in Greenville, SC, offering Taekwondo programs for children, teens, and adults. The school emphasizes character development, self-defense, and fitness, with classes designed to build confidence, discipline, and goal-setting skills in students of all ages and fitness levels. Programs include Tiny Tigers for ages 3-5, Karate for Kids ages 6-12, and structured classes for teens and adults focused on high-intensity training and real-world self-defense. The school serves the broader Greenville area, with multiple locations in Simpsonville and Greenville, including its Butler Road site.

Founded in 2011 by Senior Master Daniel Madriaga and Master Lorena Ausa, the school was established on the belief that martial arts can profoundly impact personal growth, especially for those who may have lacked confidence or athletic ability in childhood. The instructors focus on nurturing core values such as courtesy, respect, and perseverance, aligning their teachings with the principles families already instill at home. The school’s approach integrates traditional martial arts with modern self-defense awareness, creating a supportive environment where students develop both physical and mental resilience.

Located at 1140 E Butler Rd, Suite F, in Greenville, the school sits just a short walk from East Butler Road and is within a quarter-mile of the Golden Strip Career Technology Center and Piano Central Studios. It is also near the Lansfair and Pennbrooke neighborhoods, situated between Woodruff Road and East Butler Road.

The school’s commitment to personal development, community empowerment, and accessible training has helped it become a trusted resource for families and individuals seeking lasting life skills through martial arts.

In Greenville, Black Belt Attitude School (Butler) stands out as a place where discipline, confidence, and character are cultivated through consistent, values-driven training.

Services:

• Adult Martial Arts Classes
• Adult Self-Defense Classes
• Birthday Parties
• Children's Martial Arts Programs
• Leadership Life Training
• Self-Defense Training
• Tournament Preparation