It’s May, and That Means… SPAR WARS!

Spar Wars is a time-honored tradition here at FMA, and we’re pumped to host it in our new home for the very first time. Read on for the highlights and get ready! Quick Details What is it? Spar Wars is a month-long May event during which intermediate and advanced students participate in mini sparring tournaments. […]

Freestyle Martial Arts is Nominated for Best of Reno 2022!

Well, this is exciting. Freestyle Martial Arts was nominated to the best karate school category in the RGJ’s Best of Reno 2022 awards! Here’s what to know about the nomination, and more importantly, how to vote. RGJ Nominates FMA The RGJ’s Best of Reno Awards is an annual competition pitting the best of the best against […]

What’s the Best Age to Start Kids in Martial Arts?

Hey, great question! Would you be surprised to learn it’s mildly controversial? Depending on who you ask, you’ll get answers ranging from “the younger, the better” to “when they’re old enough to follow directions.” The truth is, there is no single “right” age for kids to begin martial arts. There are just too many variables […]

Does Martial Arts Teach Children to be Violent?

On its surface, the idea of martial arts for children might seem a little problematic. Should we teaching six, seven, eight year olds how to throw a punch or kick? Does a fourteen year old really need to understand the art of submissions? Let us be the first to assure you that the evidence is […]

Five Reasons Martial Arts Classes are a Great Christmas Gift for the Kids

If you’re a parent, you’re probably thinking about Christmas gifts. But forget about fighting the crowd for the latest and greatest toys – you know, the ones that will be collecting dust on the shelf before holiday break is over? This year, give your child the gift of martial arts, and you’ll be gifting junior […]