3-Tigers Martial Arts - Spokane, WA

It may seem difficult at first, but everything is difficult at first." – Miyamoto Musashi

Musashi reassures us that initial challenges are universal. Perseverance transforms difficulty into mastery, encouraging us to embrace early struggles as necessary steps toward achieving proficiency and success.

New beginnings are always hard. New skills, habits, or challenges feel overwhelming at first, but persistence makes them natural. What feels impossible today will become effortless tomorrow with consistent effort. Every expert was once a beginner.

I wanted to thank our student's for making a positive difference in people's lives. I love seeing you hold the door open for others. I've noticed the good manners we have been working on when I hear "please", 'thank you", "yes, Ma'am" and "yes, Sir" in class.

You don't have to be an instructor to have a positive impact. Being a good friend and making sure we are kind and respectful to everyone at 3-Tigers makes you a mentor too!

Keep up the good work; I am proud of each and every one of you!

Never look down on anyone unless you are reaching out to lift them up. Remember, in helping someone else stand, you often find yourself standing taller, too.

Go Hawks!

The goal in martial arts and life is not to be perfect but to continuously improve. I teach that if you work on your technique consistently, progress will naturally happen. Be safe, disciplined, and keep moving forward. It is not about being better than anyone else, but to be better than you were yesterday.

Perfection is a mirage that can paralyze you. Progress is a tangible, daily victory. I tell my students, a black belt is simply a white belt who never gave up. Meaning they focused on showing up day after day, not about being flawless.

Show up, put in the effort, and you will see progress!

In honor of Dr. Luther King Jr Day 3-Tigers will be closed today Monday, January 19th.

Martial arts is not only about self-defense, it's also about building character. It's a path to self-improvement, focusing on developing virtues like discipline, self-confidence, respect, humility, and inner strength all of which greatly help in building character.

2026 is time to focus on fresh starts, personal growth, seizing opportunities, and making new memories. This year, let's trade 'I wish' for 'I will' and make it happen.

Your future is created by what you do today - let's start strong! Don't watch the clock; do what it does - keep going!

Yes, we are
open today.
Be safe, you can always schedule a make up class!

New year - new goals and a chance to finally commit to yourself.
No pressure. No experience needed. Just show up.

This isn't just a workout. It's confidence, discipline and real self-defense. We'll meet you where you are and help you become stronger in every way.

Stop waiting for the "right time." This is it.

Classes for children ages 6 and up.

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A reminder that 3-Tigers will be closed on Wednesday and Thursday of this week for the holidays. We will reopen Monday January 5th with our normal business hours.

Wishing you all a year filled with peace, love, and bright new adventures. 2026 is the year we are turning dreams into achievements. See you next year!