Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Martial Arts Academy in Bainbridge Island
Family Martial Arts Academy has been dedicated to empowering children and adults through martial arts training since 1995. Our structured programs emphasize character development, discipline, and confidence-building, offering age-specific classes for children aged 4-14 and adult kickboxing sessions. We focus on translating martial arts principles into life skills, fostering respect, focus, and perseverance in a supportive environment. With decades of combined experience, our instructors prioritize individual attention and measurable growth in every student.Our community testimonials highlight transformative impacts on participants' self-esteem, physical fitness, and social skills. We also provide martial arts-themed birthday parties as engaging introductions to our programs. Sifu Rick DeMile, our chief instructor, brings a legacy of martial arts expertise as a black belt under James W. DeMile and certified practitioner in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and American Combat Jiu Jitsu.
Services
Kids Martial Arts
Adult Kickboxing
Birthday Parties
Self-Defense Training
Character Development
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of martial arts expertise with certified instructors
- Our programs develop measurable improvements in focus and discipline
- We provide individualized attention in age-specific training environments
- Our curriculum integrates character development with physical fitness
- We maintain a proven track record of positive student transformations
What people say
Amazing coach
Positive experience
Builds confidence
Excellent instructor
Personal growth
Services
Kids Martial Arts
Our martial arts classes for children aged 4-14 combine physical fitness with character development. Students learn discipline, respect, and self-defense while improving coordination and focus. The structured curriculum builds confidence through achievable goals and belt progression.
Adult Kickboxing
Adult kickboxing offers a comprehensive fitness solution combining cardio, strength training, and stress relief. Participants develop self-defense skills while improving physical conditioning in an energizing group environment. The classes emphasize proper technique and progressive skill development.
Birthday Parties
Martial arts-themed birthday parties feature interactive games, basic training, and supervised activities. Options include Nerf Gun Wars and padded nunchaku sessions while maintaining safety and educational value. Parties include instructor supervision and themed decorations for memorable celebrations.
People
Rick DeMile
Chief Instructor
Sifu Rick DeMile founded Family Martial Arts Academy in 1995 with over 30 years of martial arts experience. A certified black belt in multiple disciplines, he specializes in youth development through martial arts instruction.
Questions
How does martial arts training benefit children's behavior?
Our program teaches emotional control and respect through structured lessons that improve classroom behavior and social interactions.
Can martial arts help children with focus issues?
Yes, our training develops mindfulness and concentration skills that translate to improved academic performance.
Are the classes safe for beginners?
Instructors provide individualized attention with progressive training that prioritizes physical safety and proper technique.
How do you handle different skill levels?
Our classes accommodate all abilities with personalized instruction that challenges students at their appropriate development level.
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