ENGAGE & EMPOWER

Rocket City Martial Arts offers classes to children as young as five years old.

Students learn non-violent conflict resolution while developing their focus, discipline, and social skills in a fun and safe environment. Our optional Leadership Program helps students develop the confidence needed for lifelong success!

Teachers promote the importance of leading with kindness and integrity first and reinforce using self-defense as a last resort.

Rocket City Martial Arts has been in its current location since 2014. Our instructors have a combined fifty years of teaching experience. We understand that all children learn differently. We recognize there is a time to push them through a challenge and that there is a time to celebrate their best efforts. Our intuitive instructors know the difference.

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Is Martial Arts the right activity for your child?

It might be, if your child faces any of these challenges:

  • They are more introverted and shy and appear to lack the confidence needed to live up to their full potential.
  • They have problems showing respect for you, their teachers, or their peers – sometimes even acting out and causing problems for everyone around them.
  • They don’t seem to listen or follow directions well, often being told over and over to do something before they actually do it.
  • They haven't found a sport or activity yet that provides them with healthy role models.
  • They have suffered from a bullying situation.
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Why involve your children in martial arts? Because it:

  • Builds Leadership Skills
  • Fosters Self-Discipline
  • Boosts Socialization Skills
  • Encourages Physical Fitness
  • Improves Listening Skills
  • Increases Self-Esteem
  • Instills a Sense of Respect for Themselves and Others
  • Encourages Non-Violent Conflict Resolution
  • Develops Teamwork Skills
  • Improves Concentration and Eye/Hand Coordination
  • Assists in Teaching Children to Set and Achieve Goals
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To All Parents,

I’m Sensei Matt Gilliard, Owner and Head Instructor here at Rocket City Martial Arts.

As a 6th degree black belt with over 30 years of teaching experience, there is nothing better than seeing our students grow. I believe, even more important than the martial arts they learn, are the leadership skills they develop and carry with them for life.

Martial arts consist of so much more than just punching, kicking, and getting the next colorful belt. They are building character, discipline, and self-control. With every class they take, your child will grow in mind and body. That’s because our instructors provide positive feedback in a supportive environment. Kids can see and feel their progress, which helps build confidence and self-respect.

Through structured practice in our group classes, your child will develop the socialization skills they need to grow and thrive as they mature…and they make lifelong friendships in the process!

I love teaching martial arts in our community and I know your kids are going to LOVE training with us!

We hope to see your child on the mat soon!

Sensei Matt Gilliard

Your Child will Grow With Every Class

Hear what other experts say regarding the Benefits of Martial Arts for Children:

From American Academy of Pediatrics

"Martial arts also improve a child’s attitude, self-esteem, self-respect, and self-awareness."
 

From PsychologyToday.com

“Teenagers who train in martial arts have increased feelings of well-being and enhanced psychological resilience.”.
 

From HealthyChildren.org

"Depending on the type of martial arts practiced, studies have shown they can lead to reduced stress and improved physical fitness and school performance."