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Innovative Martial Arts Academy

What is Kenpo Karate?

Kenpo Karate is a modern martial art that emphasizes practical self-defense techniques and personal development. Ancient martial art forms are expressed with each strike and kick. Kenpo Karate can help you protect yourself.

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Martial Arts is More than Just a Physical Skill

Martial arts have been around for centuries and are a great form of physical exercise and self-defense. Many people are not aware of all the benefits of martial arts and think that is just a physical skill to master. Read this article to learn more about martial arts.

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Sparing Safety: A Guide on How To Spar Safely

Martial arts is an activity that can be practiced with a partner, this is called sparring. Sparring is a great way to test and improve your skills. But sparring can also be dangerous, if proper safety measures aren’t taken. Read this article to learn about the proper sparring safety.

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How Martial Arts Teaches Gratitude

Gratitude is the quality of being thankful and having an appreciation for what you have in life. Martial arts teaches gratitude through the values of respect, discipline, community, and humility. Read this article to learn more about the values of gratitude and martial arts.

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What is Kenpo Karate?

Kenpo Karate is a modern martial art that emphasizes practical self-defense techniques and personal development. Ancient martial art forms are expressed with each strike and kick. Kenpo Karate can help you protect yourself.

Read More »

Martial Arts is More than Just a Physical Skill

Martial arts have been around for centuries and are a great form of physical exercise and self-defense. Many people are not aware of all the benefits of martial arts and think that is just a physical skill to master. Read this article to learn more about martial arts.

Read More »

Sparing Safety: A Guide on How To Spar Safely

Martial arts is an activity that can be practiced with a partner, this is called sparring. Sparring is a great way to test and improve your skills. But sparring can also be dangerous, if proper safety measures aren’t taken. Read this article to learn about the proper sparring safety.

Read More »

How Martial Arts Teaches Gratitude

Gratitude is the quality of being thankful and having an appreciation for what you have in life. Martial arts teaches gratitude through the values of respect, discipline, community, and humility. Read this article to learn more about the values of gratitude and martial arts.

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.