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Expert Martial Arts Training in Oakdale, Minnesota
At Spartan Martial Arts, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive martial arts training that empowers individuals of all ages and skill levels. Our programs are meticulously designed to foster physical fitness, mental discipline, and self-confidence through a blend of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing, and grappling techniques. With over 15 years of service to the Oakdale, Woodbury, and Saint Paul communities, we prioritize personalized instruction, ensuring each student receives tailored guidance to achieve their unique goals. Our team of experienced instructors, including Head Coach Tom Schmitz with nearly 30 years of martial arts expertise, brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for teaching. We offer structured classes for children, teens, and adults, emphasizing safety, practical self-defense, and technical mastery.Our facility provides a supportive environment where students can train under the direct supervision of certified professionals, fostering camaraderie and mutual growth. By integrating diverse disciplines such as Muay Thai, Sambo, and Taekwondo, we deliver a holistic martial arts experience that prepares students for both competition and real-world scenarios. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the success of our students, including tournament champions and professional athletes who have trained under our guidance. We believe in the transformative power of martial arts and strive to make our programs accessible to all, regardless of prior experience. Join us to discover a community where dedication, skill development, and personal growth are celebrated every day.
Services
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Kickboxing
Kids Martial Arts
Adult Programs
Grappling
Highlights and features
- We offer nearly 30 years of martial arts expertise from Head Coach Tom Schmitz.
- Our programs cater to all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced athletes.
- We integrate multiple disciplines for a comprehensive martial arts experience.
- Our instructors include tournament champions and certified professionals.
- We foster a supportive community focused on personal growth and technical mastery.
Services
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu focuses on grappling and ground control techniques to subdue opponents safely. Our curriculum builds muscular strength, cardiovascular endurance, and strategic thinking through drills, technique practice, and supervised sparring sessions. Students learn practical self-defense skills while progressing through belt ranks under expert guidance.
Kickboxing
Spartan Kickboxing combines Muay Thai, Taekwondo, and Karate techniques for dynamic striking training. Classes emphasize hand, foot, elbow, and knee strikes to improve agility, coordination, and power. Coach Toms expertise ensures students develop effective striking combinations and defensive maneuvers applicable to competition or fitness goals.
Kids Martial Arts
Our Little Titans program adapts Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for childrens physical and mental development. Instructors teach age-appropriate self-defense techniques in a fun, safe environment, fostering discipline, confidence, and teamwork. Classes are designed to engage young learners while instilling foundational martial arts principles.
Adult Programs
Adult programs cater to beginners and advanced practitioners seeking skill refinement or competitive preparation. Classes include technical drills, sparring, and conditioning to enhance physical fitness and tactical proficiency. Personalized coaching helps adults achieve specific goals, from self-defense to tournament success.
Grappling
Grappling sessions focus on takedowns, holds, and submission techniques from Sambo, Judo, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Training includes live rolling under instructor supervision to apply techniques in real-time scenarios. This builds adaptability, endurance, and problem-solving skills crucial for competitive and recreational grapplers.
People
Tom Schmitz
Head Coach
With nearly 30 years of martial arts experience, Tom Schmitz holds a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and has trained UFC athletes. He has led Spartan Martial Arts since 2011, specializing in diverse disciplines and competitive success.
Cole Ulrich
Kids Jiu-Jitsu Coach
Cole Ulrich, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu purple belt, won a World Class Grappling tournament in 2021. He focuses on youth programs, adapting techniques to childrens developmental needs while promoting safety and engagement.
Rafael Borges
BJJ Instructor
A 50-year-old optometrist and BJJ black belt under Marcio Simas, Rafael Borges has 18 years of experience. He trains with UFC veterans and emphasizes knowledge-sharing to make BJJ accessible to all ages.
Jake Anderson
Jiu-Jitsu Coach
Jake Anderson, a lawyer and BJJ brown belt, teaches white belt classes. With seven years under Tom Schmitz, he focuses on foundational techniques and skill refinement for beginners and experienced students.
Jens Nestingen
Grappling Program Director
Jens Nestingen, a black belt since 2022, has run Spartans grappling program for seven years. He trains with UFC fighters and champions, emphasizing practical grappling benefits for all skill levels in the Twin Cities community.
Questions
What martial arts programs does Spartan Martial Arts offer?
We offer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing, Grappling, and youth-specific martial arts programs for all skill levels.
Are classes available for beginners?
Yes, our programs cater to all experience levels, including dedicated beginner courses with foundational instruction.
What are the benefits of training at Spartan Martial Arts?
Students gain physical fitness, self-defense skills, mental discipline, and access to expert coaching in a supportive community.
Do you offer family-friendly training options?
Yes, many families train together, with programs designed to accommodate children, teens, and adults simultaneously.
What qualifications do your instructors have?
Our instructors include black belts, tournament champions, and certified professionals with decades of combined experience.
