Martial arts studios, gyms, dojos, academies—whatever you want to call them—have suffered like most other in-person businesses during the pandemic. Many gyms have shut down entirely, while others ...

Sensei Ricardo Guerrero, right, leads a virtual class with his 11-year-old son Anthony at Shodan Academy. Submitted photo. Unconventional times call for unconventional measures. Due to precautions ...

Nurturing Growth and Confidence in Children with Martial Arts Clermont, United States - February 21, 2026 / South Lake ...

Walk into a modern martial arts academy in 2026, and you’ll find something far removed from the gritty gyms of decades past.

Tampa (BLOOM) – Martial arts have long been associated with self-defense and combat skills. However, the benefits of martial arts training extend far beyond the physical ability to defend oneself.

I recently had an interesting conversation with a friend who is a parent of a baseball player. He rebuked my suggestion to have his son try a few free classes at a martial arts gym, citing how much ...