Discover the champion within! Fun self defense classes for adults, teens and juniors. Teaching a blend of 5 unique styles. Over 200 5 star Google reviews!
Serving the community for 25 years, with over 40 years experince! Come join our tribe! Hello All! Welcome to Strickland's Martial Arts! Offering practical defense instruction since 1984. We encourage you to explore our website and page and call if you have any questions. We are not your average Taekwondo school. We are a family friendly martial arts school with skilled expert instruction!
06/10/2026
It takes years to master martial arts. If you only focus on the final goal (a black belt), it is easy to get discouraged.
Promotions break that long journey into smaller, bite-sized goals. Earning a new belt or chevron gives you a quick boost of pride and makes you want to keep training!
06/09/2026
"Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy."
~Dale Carnegie
The Link Between Eye Contact and Confidence in Children | Stricklands Martial Arts Like any skill, if you don’t practice it, it doesn’t improve.
06/09/2026
Up your sparring game! Join Mr. Maddx and other teens and adults on the following summer Saturdays, June 20th & 27th / July 4th & July 18th / August 1st from 10:00am-12:00pm for some game changing sparring sessions here at the school.
No need to register. Ages 13 and up. Younger with Mr. Maddx permission. Just show up ready to train. No uniform or belts required, wear gym clothes and bring your safety gear!
06/09/2026
Earning a new belt shows focus, hard work and a never give up attitude. It is a physical reward for self discipline and time well spent learning martial skills.
06/08/2026
Many of our teens like David and Koko return to class during college summer breaks to maintain physical fitness, relieve academic stress, and stay connected to our tribe.
Retuning to the dojo provides a structured routine that stops them from falling into unhealthy habits or the “summer slump”.
So get to class and come train with these awesome students while you can!
Teens practicing a sidekick drill at last Saturdays Mr. Maddx workout. Drills like this allows students to experiment with timing, while giving them the opportunity to feel when a technique should be applied based on their opponent’s movement and positioning. The more one drills, the better they become at reading an opponent and knowing when to execute certain techniques.
Teens spending their Saturday morning doing an extra curricular work out at the school with Mr. Maddx.
Drills like this matter because they turn complex movements into automatic habits. Instead of overthinking, your body reacts instantly. Repetition builds muscle memory—the ability to perform techniques without thinking about every little step.
06/06/2026
Belt promotions are a vital tool that measures a student’s progress, ensures technical mastery, and builds mental toughness.
It gives students a clear goal, boosts self-esteem, and teaches the value of hard work. Promotions confirm that students are physically and mentally ready for advanced training.
06/05/2026
"Be water, my friend."
~Bruce Lee
The Science of Martial Arts — Anatomy, Mechanics, and Longevity | Stricklands Martial Arts how and why technique functions
06/05/2026
As students move up the ranks, they are introduced to progressively harder physical challenges, complex combinations, and advanced self-defense techniques. Promotions act as a gatekeeper to ensure they have a solid foundation before advancing.
| Monday | 10am - 12pm |
| 4pm - 7:30pm | |
| Tuesday | 10am - 12pm |
| 4pm - 7:30pm | |
| Wednesday | 4pm - 7:30pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 12pm |
| 4pm - 7:30pm | |
| Friday | 4pm - 7:30pm |