Master Buddy Hudson, founder of Pro Black Belt Academy in Flower Mound

About Us · Established 1982

Four decades.
One community.

Established 1982

Our Story

In 1982, Pro Black Belt Academy opened its doors with a single, powerful belief: that traditional Korean martial arts could change lives. We were one of the very first martial arts schools in the area — and four decades later we are still the most trusted.

Generations of families have walked through our doors. Children who trained with us in the 80s and 90s now bring their own kids. That continuity is our proudest achievement.

Our Philosophy

At Pro Black Belt Academy, we believe great martial arts training develops more than physical skills. Our curriculum combines elements of Taekwondo, Karate, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, fitness, and character development to help students build confidence, discipline, focus, and leadership. By blending traditional martial arts principles with modern coaching methods, we help students grow stronger on the mat and in everyday life.

Respect

For self, instructors, fellow students, and the art itself.

Discipline

Showing up. Doing the work. Becoming who you said you would.

Excellence

Not perfection — relentless, daily, deliberate improvement.

Community

We rise together. No one trains alone.

Our Instructors

Every instructor at Pro Black Belt Academy is a certified black belt with years of teaching experience, trained in the PBBA system founded over four decades ago.

Chief Instructor · Flower Mound

James Michaels

Mr. Michaels is a lifelong martial artist whose training spans Muay Thai, ITF Taekwondo, Wing Chun Kung Fu, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — giving him a well-rounded mastery of striking, grappling, and close-quarters combat.

Known for his blend of strong coaching and genuine encouragement, Mr. Michaels sets high expectations while keeping students motivated and engaged. His ability to help kids channel their energy into focus has made him both respected and loved by his students.

Founder · Est. 1982

Grand Master Buddy Hudson

A 9th-degree black belt in Taekwondo and American Karate and the founder of Professional Black Belt Academy, Grand Master Hudson is recognized as one of the top martial arts trainers in the world. He trained under and alongside legends including General Choi Hong Hi, Grand Master Jhoon Rhee, and Grand Master J. Pat Burleson.

Inducted into the International Karate Hall of Fame and the Masters Hall of Fame, and former President of the United Taekwondo Alliance and the United States Taekwondo Federation — his curriculum and standards are the foundation every PBBA instructor, including our Flower Mound team, teaches from today.

Students reading together in the academy's learning corner

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Four decades.One community.