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The Innovative Martial Arts Academy Creed

A student studying martial arts wants to be the best that they can be. At IMAA we follow an important creed that along with our four core values can steer young martial artists into reaching their full potential. Read this article to learn about our creed and what it means.

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Defining Kali and Filipino Martial Arts

The indigenous fighting arts of the Philippines, Kali is a weapons-based martial art that includes hand-to-hand combat, joint locks, grappling and weapon disarming techniques. In this article, we will take some time to outline the specifics of this effective self-defense martial arts.

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What is Aikido Martial Arts?

Aikido, a Japanese martial art, is a dynamic and flowing form of non-violent self-defense. In this article, we will take some time to define Aikido and provide useful information about the style.

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Aikido Martial Arts Terms

During Aikido training, the “Sensei” will often use Japanese words and commands. To help with these words and meanings, Innovative Martial Arts Academy put together an article to review before your first class.

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Improve the Height of Your Kicks

A nice kick is more than just llifting your leg high; it’s also about control and accuracy. In this article, we discuss the elements of improving your high kicks and how flexibility and strength work together.

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The Innovative Martial Arts Academy Creed

A student studying martial arts wants to be the best that they can be. At IMAA we follow an important creed that along with our four core values can steer young martial artists into reaching their full potential. Read this article to learn about our creed and what it means.

Read More »

Defining Kali and Filipino Martial Arts

The indigenous fighting arts of the Philippines, Kali is a weapons-based martial art that includes hand-to-hand combat, joint locks, grappling and weapon disarming techniques. In this article, we will take some time to outline the specifics of this effective self-defense martial arts.

Read More »

What is Aikido Martial Arts?

Aikido, a Japanese martial art, is a dynamic and flowing form of non-violent self-defense. In this article, we will take some time to define Aikido and provide useful information about the style.

Read More »

Aikido Martial Arts Terms

During Aikido training, the “Sensei” will often use Japanese words and commands. To help with these words and meanings, Innovative Martial Arts Academy put together an article to review before your first class.

Read More »

Improve the Height of Your Kicks

A nice kick is more than just llifting your leg high; it’s also about control and accuracy. In this article, we discuss the elements of improving your high kicks and how flexibility and strength work together.

Read More »

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Our Reviews

Great school with wonderful teachers. My daughter has a great time learning and everyone is friendly. There is even an adult class that allowed me to try to see if I liked it and everyone was very patient with me. I am thankful to have my daughter be a part of the Innovative Martial Arts Academy in Wake Forest and know she is benefiting from it in more than one way. It amazes me how fast she is learning and how hard she is trying. They have her trying to develop at her fullest with her mind, body, and spirit. I would recommend this school to anyone interested in martial arts.

Janice P.

This place is great! Charles and his team have fantastic programs for kids. When we started our 3.5 year old son, I didn’t know what to expect. He quickly adapted to the classes and now loves going. Our 2 year old son loves watching and will start as well as soon as he turns 3. Innovative Martial arts also hosted their birthday parties. The kids had a blast doing different activities throughout the birthday party. Can’t say enough good things about this place, and what they teach!

William D.

Wonderful place for not only skill development but also personal development. Owner and instructors genuinely get to know students and families and care about them. The lessons learned will provide character growth as well as martial art skills. The owner is also a long time student of many different martial arts, he didn't just buy a franchise, and tries very hard to live what he teaches the students. Proud to have been in this dojo family for 6+ years and proud of the friendships we have made there!

Kristi F.