Business Details
34 Years
experience
Your Premier Martial Arts Academy in Agoura Hills
Founded in 1992 by Master Conrad Ercolono, Respect Martial Arts has dedicated over three decades to transforming lives through martial arts training. Our philosophy centers on building confidence, fitness, and respect for individuals of all ages, blending traditional disciplines like Tang Soo Do with modern self-defense techniques. With a focus on character development and community, we offer structured programs for children starting at age 3, teens, and adults, emphasizing mental resilience alongside physical mastery.Our instructors, many with decades of experience, foster a supportive environment where students learn life skills such as discipline, communication, and perseverance. Recognized for our non-competitive, inclusive approach, we also extend our expertise through Master Ercolono's book *A Black Belt in Parenting*, which applies martial arts principles to family dynamics. This commitment to holistic growth has made us a trusted institution for personal development in Agoura Hills and beyond.
Services
Pre-Karate
Youth Karate
Teen Karate
Adult Karate
Fitness Kickboxing
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience teaching martial arts to all ages with proven results.
- Our self-defense system combines traditional and modern techniques for real-world effectiveness.
- Family-friendly programs foster growth for children, teens, and adults in one community.
- Instructors are certified experts with decades of martial arts and teaching experience.
- We emphasize character development alongside physical training, creating well-rounded practitioners.
What people say
Transformative experience
Supportive environment
Excellent instructors
Confidence growth
Family-friendly community
Services
Pre-Karate
Our Pre-Karate program for ages 3-6 builds foundational skills through structured lessons focusing on listening, impulse control, and respect. Classes incorporate fitness and self-defense basics while fostering confidence and discipline in a playful environment. The curriculum prepares children for lifelong success through age-appropriate challenges and positive reinforcement.
Youth Karate
Designed for ages 7-12, this program develops physical coordination, mental focus, and character through traditional karate techniques. Students learn self-defense, situational awareness, and life skills like perseverance and respect while engaging in fun, challenging activities tailored to their developmental stage.
Teen Karate
Teen Karate (ages 13+) combines rigorous physical training with character development, teaching practical self-defense, body awareness, and stress management. Classes emphasize goal-setting, leadership, and confidence-building through progressive belt testing and collaborative learning in a supportive community.
Adult Karate
Adult Karate offers a full-body workout that improves strength, flexibility, and mental clarity. Participants learn effective self-defense techniques while developing discipline and resilience through traditional forms and partner drills in a non-competitive, inclusive environment.
Fitness Kickboxing
This high-energy fitness program blends martial arts strikes with cardio conditioning for all skill levels. Instructors guide participants through dynamic routines that burn calories, build endurance, and reduce stress while teaching basic self-defense moves in a motivating group setting.
People
Conrad Ercolono
Owner/Master Instructor
With over 30 years of martial arts expertise, Master Ercolono founded Respect Martial Arts in 1992 to share life-changing training. A cross-disciplinary expert, he authored *A Black Belt in Parenting* and develops programs that integrate character development with physical mastery for all ages.
Questions
Do you offer free trial classes for new students?
Yes, we provide free trial classes for all our programs including Pre-Karate, Youth Karate, Adult Karate, and Fitness Kickboxing.
What martial arts styles do you teach?
Our curriculum combines American Tang Soo Do with elements from Kickboxing, Aikido, Judo, Jiu-jitsu, and Kung Fu for comprehensive self-defense training.
Are classes available for special needs children?
Yes, our instructors adapt teaching methods to accommodate special needs students, as evidenced by successful experiences with children requiring additional support.
Can families train together in classes?
Absolutely! We offer family-friendly programs where parents and children can train together in dedicated sessions.
Do you teach practical self-defense techniques?
Yes, our training emphasizes real-world self-defense applications integrated with character development and situational awareness.
What qualifications do your instructors have?
All instructors have minimum 30 years combined martial arts experience, with black belt rankings and specialized training across multiple disciplines.
