Business Details
11 Years
experience
Karate & Self-Defense Training in Felton
Founded in 2015, Oakstrong Martial Arts has dedicated itself to fostering personal growth through traditional and modern martial arts instruction. Our studio in Felton, California, offers a unique blend of hard-style and soft-style Tang Soo Do karate, self-defense psychology, and weapons training tailored to teens and adults. With over four decades of combined experience, our instructors prioritize positive reinforcement, creating a safe, non-competitive environment where students develop physical fitness, confidence, and real-world safety skills. We emphasize accessibility through flexible payment options and no contracts, while our community-focused approach ensures personalized attention in every class. From beginner to advanced levels, our curriculum promotes mental focus, emotional resilience, and energy control, reflecting the holistic principles of traditional martial arts.Customized self-defense workshops address specific needs for groups ranging from corporate teams to schools, combining practical techniques with psychological preparedness. Our commitment to quality instruction has earned recognition from local schools and organizations, with testimonials highlighting transformative impacts on participants' self-esteem and safety awareness. As members of the Moo Yea Tang Soo Do Association, we uphold rigorous standards while maintaining an inclusive atmosphere for all skill levels. Whether pursuing fitness, self-defense, or martial arts mastery, students benefit from our instructors' deep expertise and passion for teaching.
Services
Karate Classes
Self-Defense Workshops
Weapons Training
Private Instruction
Youth Programs
Corporate Training
Qigong Energy Training
Sparring Instruction
Belt Promotion Preparation
Community Safety Seminars
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- Experienced instructors with over 40 years of combined martial arts expertise
- Customized self-defense workshops for specific community and professional needs
- Safe, non-competitive environment with personalized attention in small classes
- Holistic approach combining physical techniques, mental discipline, and energy control
- Flexible payment options with no contracts or hidden fees
What people say
Life-changing confidence
Engaging teaching methods
Practical self-defense skills
Supportive community
Transformative personal growth
Services
Karate Classes
Our Tang Soo Do karate classes combine traditional hard-style and soft-style techniques with modern teaching methods. Students learn physical forms, energy control, and self-defense applications in a structured curriculum from beginner to black belt. Small class sizes ensure personalized instruction while fostering a supportive community environment.
Self-Defense Workshops
Customized workshops teach practical self-defense strategies for specific groups including women, teens, and corporate teams. Participants learn threat recognition, boundary setting, and physical techniques adaptable to real-world scenarios. Sessions emphasize mental preparedness alongside physical defense skills in an engaging, interactive format.
Weapons Training
Traditional and modern weapons instruction enhances martial arts proficiency and self-defense capabilities. Students train with quarterstaffs, short sticks, and improvised weapons while learning proper handling, defense techniques, and safety protocols. This practice develops coordination, focus, and practical application of martial principles.
Private Instruction
One-on-one sessions allow focused skill development for specific goals like belt promotion preparation or technique refinement. Instructors tailor sessions to individual needs, offering personalized feedback and accelerated progress while maintaining alignment with our traditional curriculum standards.
Youth Programs
Age-appropriate martial arts instruction for teens and serious young adults builds physical fitness, discipline, and confidence. Classes emphasize character development alongside technical skills, with safety-focused sparring and energy control exercises that promote respect, focus, and self-awareness.
People
Neville Loberg
Owner & Head Instructor
3rd Degree Black Belt with 40+ years of martial arts experience, certified instructor in Tang Soo Do, and former high-tech industry educator. Combines traditional teaching with modern methods to create engaging, effective instruction for all skill levels.
Jonathan Hahn
Instructor
1st Degree Black Belt in Tang Soo Do with 20+ years of training experience. Specializes in teaching children, special needs students, and women's self-defense classes while maintaining expertise in both martial arts and yoga practice.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We teach Tang Soo Do karate combining traditional hard-style techniques with soft-style energy control methods from Korean and Chinese systems.
Are classes suitable for beginners?
Yes, all classes welcome beginners with no prior experience required. Our curriculum accommodates all skill levels from first-time students to advanced practitioners.
What should I wear for my first class?
No special equipment needed initially. Comfortable workout clothing is recommended. Traditional uniforms become required when preparing for rank promotions.
Do you offer family discounts?
Yes, immediate family members training together receive a 20% discount on regular tuition rates with our family rate program.
Can we schedule private group workshops?
We customize self-defense workshops for specific groups including corporate teams, schools, and community organizations with content tailored to your unique needs.
What makes your instruction unique?
Our approach combines traditional martial arts principles with modern teaching methods, emphasizing energy control, mental preparedness, and practical self-defense applications in a supportive environment.
