Academy of Martial Arts

Our Programs


While our roots are from traditional martial arts, we're much more than just a martial art school. We strive to help each person achieve their goals and become the best version of themselves, growing in mind, body, and spirit. To achieve this, we offer a variety of different classes so everyone can find a class that fits them. Not sure which class is the right fit for you or your child? Send us a message and we'll be happy to help you find the right fit!

Hapkido

"The way of harmonic energy", Hapkido is a highly sophisticated martial art, based on mirroring and redirecting an opponent's "Ki" or energy. Joint manipulation, pressure points and circular motion are the characteristic tools of Hapkido.


Hapkido teaches that we must protect our opponent as well as ourselves; ideally we must endeavor to immobilize an act of aggression without injury to the attacker or the attacked.


Classes:


Monday & Wednesday  7:00 - 8:00pm

Gentle Do
This program is the equivalent of the Chinese Tai Chi Chuan. 

Like Tai Chi Chuan, Gentle Do can be described as a form of moving yoga and meditation combined. It consists of a series of movements derived from Korean martial arts; however, they are preformed slowly, softly, and gracefully, with smooth transitions between each position of the activity. Great emphasis is placed on the breath and focus of the mind. 

Classes:

Saturday 9:30 - 10:30am
Tuesday 5:00 - 6:00pm
Cardio-Kickboxing

Come get your sweat on! This fast-paced, heart-pumping, music-filled class is sure to get you sweaty! All levels are welcome and every exercise can be tailored to work best for you. This hour long class will fly by as you learn how to punch and kick while getting stronger and more flexible. The benefits are endless - come and join our cardio kickboxing family!


Classes:


Monday 7:00 - 8:00pm


Tuesday 9:00 - 10:00am


Wednesday 7:00 - 8:00pm


Thursday 9:00 - 10:00am


Saturday 8:30 - 9:30am


Sunday 8:30 - 9:30am

Adult Martial Arts

Earn a Black Belt in a traditional martial art based on the mighty combinations of Taekwondo, Hapkido and Judo. 


Taekwondo, the popular new Olympic event, is known for its powerful kicking and striking techniques. 


Hapkido is a highly sophisticated martial art based on mirroring and redirecting an opponent's energy. Joint manipulation, pressure points, and circular motion are the characteristic tools of Hapkido. 


Judo is an age-old art that is best summed up in the axiom 'maximum effect for minimum effort.' Here we learn to use our bodies leverage to overcome our opponents. 


More than just a system of self-defense, our program becomes a way of life, which promotes social responsibility, inner harmony, physical health and personal excellence. All of this is accomplished in a positive atmosphere of excitement and fun.


Classes:


Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Thursday 6:00 - 7:00pm


Black Belt Class: Saturday, 8:30 - 9:30am


Beginners / Basics Review Class: Tuesday, 7:00 - 7:30pm

Little Dragons

This Martial Art class is for our younger children (approximate ages 5-6) where we begin teaching them life skills such as focus and listening skills while having fun and learning coordination and balance!


Classes:


Saturday 9:45 - 10:30am

Youth Martial Arts

In the Academy's Youth Martial Arts program your child will learn Daehanmoodo Martial Arts, a traditional martial art based on the mighty combinations of Taekwondo, Tang Soo Do, Hapkido, Judo, and ground defense skills. Our youth program not only teaches your child the physical techniques of Daehanmoodo Martial Arts but also develops their self-esteem, responsibility, confidence, public speaking skills, and much more. A core component of our program is learning "bully defense" to give them the knowledge and skills to appropriately deal with a bully situation.


Classes:


Juniors (ages 7 - 8):


Monday & Wednesday  5:00 - 5:45pm


Tuesday & Thursday  5:00 - 5:45pm


Tween & Teen (ages 8 - 15):


Monday & Wednesday  5:00 - 6:00pm


Tuesday & Thursday  5:00 - 6:00pm


Black Belt & Dan Candidate Prep Class


Saturday, 8:30 - 9:30am



Open Mat Time & Extra Help


Monday - Thursday  4:30 - 5:00pm

Youth Jedi Ninja Warrior

So wait...you're actually training to be Jedi? Yes! We combine martial arts, acrobatics, parkour, lightsaber dueling, self defense, and meditation into an action packed class that'll get your heart pumping while having tons of fun. Our program is based on actual martial arts and teaches skills that you can use to protect yourself or someone else. That sounds like a Jedi to us!


Classes:


Friday 11:00 - noon   Homeschool, ages 8 - 18


Friday 4:30 - 5:30pm   Youth, ages 8 - 12


Friday 5:30 - 6:30pm Adults & Teens


Saturday 9:30 - 10:30am Adults, Teens, & Youth 10+

Academy Fitness

ECM Sports is a health and fitness company that specializes in elevating athletes of all tiers to peak levels of performance. Our physical therapy, sports performance, and adult fitness programs all have the flexibility of being delivered in person, remote or hybrid in order for you to reach your goals regardless of your schedule.

 

Services/Programs

  • Physical Therapy (1 on 1)

  • Sports Performance (1 on 1, semi private or group training)

  • Adult Fitness (1 on 1, semi private or group training)

  • Recovery Lab


Aikido

Aikido ("ai" - harmony, "ki" - energy, "do" - path or way) is a Japanese defensive martial art founded by Morihei Ueshiba (1883-1969). Aikido focuses on circular movements to avoid and redirect an assailant's attack. Aikidoists use the attacker's force to unbalance and neutralize an assault by executing throwing techniques, arm pins, and wrist and elbow locks. Aikido does not emphasize strength. The techniques rely on the relaxed projection of energy generated by rotating the hips.


Classes:


Tuesday & Thursday  6:30 - 8:00pm


Saturday  10:30am - 12:00pm

Adult Jedi Ninja Warrior

So wait...you're actually training to be Jedi? Yes! We combine martial arts, acrobatics, parkour, lightsaber dueling, self defense, and meditation into an action packed class that'll get your heart pumping while having tons of fun. Our program is based on actual martial arts and teaches skills that you can use to protect yourself or someone else. That sounds like a Jedi to us!


Classes:


Friday 11:00 - noon   Homeschool, ages 8 - 18


Friday 4:30 - 5:30pm   Youth, ages 8 - 12


Friday 5:30 - 6:30pm Adults & Teens


Saturday 9:30 - 10:30am Adults, Teens, & Youth 10+

Seminars & Clinics

The Academy provides seminars and clinics both at our school and at locations in the community.


We hold Self Defense Seminars here multiple times a year. These seminars are free when you bring a donation for a local food pantry.

We also host clinics! Train to be a Jedi or learn to use nunchucks, throwing stars, and swords in the Martial Arts Weapons clinic.


The Academy also provides customized seminars and clinics for organizations, groups, and businesses in the Greater Manchester area. 


Ideas for your customized seminar:

  • Injury prevention when working with clients for teachers, nurses, social workers, etc.
  • Relaxation techniques
  • Tai Chi & meditation
  • Self defense for specific groups like teens, LGBTQIA+, or a group of employees.
  • Bully defense for kids & parents
  • Find your confidence and your voice
  • Parenting with a Martial Arts philosophy
  • Or bring us your ideas!
Contact us today to plan or schedule a seminar or clinic!
(860) 646-7993  *  Office@TheAcademy.us  *  1404 Tolland Turnpike, Manchester, CT

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