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When people think about martial arts, Aikido doesn’t always get the spotlight. You might hear more about Karate’s striking power, Jiu-Jitsu’s ground game, or the flash and flair of mixed martial arts. Aikido? It’s often labeled as “the art from the movies” or seen as too graceful to be effective. But here at Innovative Martial

So, you’ve decided to begin your martial arts journey, first of all, congratulations! That decision alone is a powerful step toward confidence, discipline, and personal growth. But now comes the question we hear all the time at Innovative Martial Arts Academy (IMAA): “Should I choose Karate or Aikido?” Both martial arts offer tremendous value, and

When most people think of “home defense,” their minds jump to alarm systems, motion lights, or security cameras. While these tools have their place, true protection starts before any system is triggered. It starts with you. At Innovative Martial Arts Academy (IMAA), we believe self-defense is the foundation of home defense. It’s not about paranoia.