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Your Premier Martial Arts School in Midland, TX
Side Kick Karate School has dedicated over 25 years to mastering martial arts instruction in Midland, TX, and the Permian Basin. Our approach combines self-defense techniques, forms, and sparring to cultivate discipline, responsibility, and courage in students of all ages. We emphasize active participation and dialogue to foster personal growth, preparing individuals to exceed their potential through structured training. Our competition team excels in point sparring, weapons divisions, and traditional forms, representing the values of perseverance and respect. The Black Belt Entrepreneur Program uniquely integrates martial arts with leadership development, empowering students to build entrepreneurial skills.With specialized offerings like Cardio Kickboxing and Weapons Training, we provide holistic physical and mental development. Our instructors, including experts in point sparring and weapons, ensure personalized guidance tailored to each student's journey. By reinforcing core principles like honesty and resilience, we aim to shape leaders who positively impact their communities. Our annual Elite Team sponsorship opportunities extend competitive experiences nationwide, while flexible class formats accommodate diverse learning needs. This commitment to excellence and character development defines our role as a trusted martial arts institution.
Services
Kenpo Karate
Cardio Kickboxing
Weapons Program
Black Belt Entrepreneur
Competition Team
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of martial arts instruction experience in the Permian Basin
- Award-winning competition team with national tournament representation
- Exclusive Black Belt Entrepreneur Program combining martial arts and leadership
- Specialized Weapons Training with traditional tools like Katana and Kamas
- Flexible Cardio Kickboxing classes for physical and mental fitness
What people say
Experienced instructors
Structured programs
Character development
Competitive opportunities
Specialized training
Services
Kenpo Karate
Our Kenpo Karate program teaches self-defense through disciplined practice of techniques, forms, and sparring. Students develop mental focus and physical skills while learning to handle real-world scenarios. The curriculum emphasizes character growth through principles like respect and perseverance.
Cardio Kickboxing
High-energy Cardio Kickboxing classes combine proper striking techniques with intense calorie-burning workouts. Participants improve physical conditioning while learning practical self-defense moves in a dynamic group environment that accommodates both in-person and virtual attendance.
Weapons Program
Traditional weapons training includes Katana, Bo Staff, and Kamas instruction to enhance coordination and creativity. This standalone program integrates with existing martial arts practice, teaching historical weapon applications and practical self-defense adaptations.
Black Belt Entrepreneur
This unique program combines martial arts training with entrepreneurial development. Students create business ventures, assuming roles like CEO and CFO to learn financial decision-making while earning their black belts through hands-on experience.
Competition Team
Our elite competition team trains in point sparring, weapons divisions, and traditional forms. Selected members receive sponsorship for national tournaments, while all students can participate in competitive events to test their skills and build confidence.
People
Cecilia
Weapons Instructor
Specializing in traditional weapons training, Cecilia brings expertise in Katana and Kamas techniques to develop students' coordination and historical understanding of martial arts weaponry.
Gabriel
Sparring Coach
Gabriel specializes in point sparring and weapons application, helping students refine competitive techniques while emphasizing safety and proper form during training sessions.
David
Senior Instructor
David teaches point sparring, continuous sparring, and weapons training with over a decade of competitive experience across multiple martial arts disciplines.
Elizabeth
Weapons Specialist
Elizabeth focuses on advanced weapons techniques and traditional forms, mentoring students in precise movement execution and historical context of martial arts weaponry.
Layla
Forms Instructor
Layla specializes in traditional forms and weapons training, guiding students through structured kata sequences to develop technical precision and mental discipline.
Questions
What martial arts programs do you offer?
We offer Kenpo Karate, Cardio Kickboxing, Weapons Training, Black Belt Entrepreneur Program, and competitive team training in sparring and forms.
Are there competitive opportunities available?
Yes, our competition team participates in national tournaments across multiple divisions including point sparring, weapons, and traditional forms.
Do you provide trial classes for new students?
We offer free trial classes to help new students experience our programs before committing to regular training sessions.
What makes your school unique?
Our combination of traditional martial arts with innovative programs like the Black Belt Entrepreneur initiative creates comprehensive personal development opportunities.
What are your class schedules?
Group classes run Monday-Friday 4:30pm-9pm. Private sessions and virtual options are available by appointment.
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