When people walk through the doors at Championship Martial Arts Maryville for the first time, they usually come with a simple goal in mind. Maybe they want their child to

One of the greatest joys I get to witness as an instructor is the excitement of someone stepping onto the mat for the very first time. It’s an energy that you

The other day, a new parent pulled me aside after class and asked, “How long have you been doing this?” I smiled and replied, “Martial arts or CMA?” He laughed and said,

Ten years ago, two martial arts schools opened their doors. Both had passionate owners.Both had students eager to learn.Both had a vision to change lives. But the paths they chose couldn’t have

I walked through the lobby the other day and just…stood there. Kids were laughing, practicing forms, high-fiving instructors. Parents were chatting, shoulder to shoulder in a standing-room-only space, not a single

As many of you know I’ve got two kids. Both of them train in martial arts.Both of them have earned high ranks.But let me tell you something — their journeys

Have you ever watched a duck glide across the surface of a pond? It looks calm. Effortless. Smooth as can be. But just below the surface… those little feet are working like

Leading a team has taught me a lot about parenting. At Championship Martial Arts, I’ve had to grow through delegation. Let go of things I used to control. Trust people with

If you’ve been around our school for a while, you’ve probably heard us say, “Confidence doesn’t come from success—it comes from struggle.” And while that might sound nice on a

Yesterday was launch day for the Nintendo Switch 2—and let’s just say, the hype was real. Lines wrapped around stores. Preorders vanished in minutes. And yes, several of our CMA parents