Welcome
Why Martial Arts ?
Martial arts are an ancient method of training your mind, body and spirit to act as one. Adults and children who participate in martial arts reap many mental and physical benefits. For example, martial arts can boost self-confidence, improve self-discipline, sharpen reflexes and improve stamina, focus and patience, and it provides a total body workout. Children who are involved in martial arts often exhibit increased self-control, respect, coordination, discipline and self-esteem.
At our Kansas City Self Defense Studio, we teach the Shaolin Kempo martial arts style to students of every age, gender and skill level. This style is based on an ancient method of self-defense taught in a safe, fun and family-friendly environment. The Shaolin style combines the Five Animals of Shaolin Kung Fu (Shaolinquan), the core competency of Kempo, the hard-hitting explosiveness of traditional Karate, as well as the power of Western boxing and the felling and grappling arts of Jiu Jitsu, Chin Na and Mongolian wrestling. This hybrid style combines the four ways of fighting: striking, kicking, felling and grappling to eliminate the inherent weakness of martial arts styles that only focus on one or two techniques.
No matter your age or skill level, martial arts will positively influence all aspects of your mind, body and life. And it’s fun!
Physical
Agility
Conditioning
Coordination
Endurance
Flexibility
Self-Defense
Sharpen Reflexes
Weight Loss
Mental
Critical Thinking
Focus
Memory
Self-Confidence
Self-Defense
Self-Discipline
Self-Respect
Emotional
Channel Aggressiveness
Improve Self-Image
Overcome Shyness
Reduce Anxiety
Stress Relief
WHY APLOMB MARTIAL ARTS?
At Aplomb Martial Arts, you’re not just another student. We can tailor a training program to fit your individual needs and skill level. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced martial artist, Aplomb Martial Arts has a program to fit your needs and enhance your life. We start kids from age 3, and adults of all ages can participate.
Participating in martial arts together is a great family activity. We specialize in providing private training to small groups of up to four students. Our private classes offer a great opportunity for families to train and practice together, which is always encouraged. We also offer group classes for children and adults.
Aplomb Martial Arts has six convenient locations: Brookside, Prairie Village, Lenexa, Liberty, Parkville and KC North. All our Aplomb Martial Arts Studios offer an ever-changing wealth of fitness and training techniques that are always interesting and fun to learn. No matter which location you visit, you’re not just another student. Our instructors will work to help you realize your full potential because we want to help you fulfill your goals.
Our Aplomb Martial Arts Studios can tailor training programs to help children and adults achieve their goals in the following areas:
What We Offer
All Skill Level
Anyone can benefit from martial arts at any stage of life. At Aplomb Martial Arts, all skill levels and ages are welcome. We offer programs for children age 3 and up and for adults of any age. There is no experience or skill level requirement. Read More So whether you’re just beginning or you’re a seasoned martial arts expert, we have a program for you – or we will tailor one to meet your needs and goals. Less
Fully Qualified Instructors
Our instructors are highly trained and knowledgeable. All Aplomb Martial Arts Studios instructors have completed a rigorous training program through the Martial Arts Academy. Read More In addition to regularly participating in ongoing training, they must also complete an annual re-certification process to continue teaching. For our Aplomb Martial Arts Kansas City instructors, teaching martial arts is not just a hobby or a job – it is their passion and full-time career. At the same time, they are also students, continuously striving to improve their skills and expand their knowledge. Our instructors constantly refine their teaching skills to make your martial arts training experience fun and exciting. Less
Mental & Physical Health
Martial arts are the ultimate combination of a total body workout and a self-growth program that teaches life-saving self-defense skills. Martial arts can get you fit physically and mentally. Read More It will change more than just your mind and body – it will change your life. Practicing martial arts that involve high-intensity, repetitive movements can help get you in shape while lowering your blood pressure and heart rate. Mentally, martial arts can help lower stress, refine your ability to focus and increase self-confidence. Less
Self-Defense
Knowing you have the ability to defend yourself in a real-life threatening situation is a great feeling. We offer women’s self-defense classes, as well as anti-bullying training for children. Martial arts evolved as a self-defense system, Read More but the techniques and teachings encompass so much more. The self-defense component is a natural byproduct of our training program. Through our training, you can increase your confidence while you get in touch with your physical power and develop the discipline, respect and focus to successfully handle everyday conflict. Less
Kempo Karate
Cardio Kickboxing
Tai Chi
Jiu Jitsu
Women's Self Defense
Children's Anti-Bullying
Testimonials
Here is our testimonial:
Our son Jack has trained with APLOMB for several years and has thoroughly enjoyed it. We have noticed a discernible increase in his self-confidence and work ethic as a result. It is clear that the APLOMB trainers genuinely care for their students and show concern not only for the development of their skills, but for the development of their character as well. We highly recommend APLOMB!
I love doing karate at Aplomb Martial Arts because it is a positive learning environment. I recently tested for my Blue/Green belt outside of Sar Ko Trails Park. It was well organized and safe. Everyone is so welcoming and very helpful. My self-confidence has grown with the skills I have learned.
Our son, Bennett started with this dojo about four and a half years ago and it’s been one of the best decisions we ever made for him. He recently achieved his brown and his pride is off the charts. Since he’s been part of this program his development both mentally and physically has been outstanding, not only when it comes to this discipline of martial arts, but in all aspects of life. We can’t recommend this dojo highly enough.
I highly recommend Aplomb Martial Arts. My granddaughter, Tanya is 14 and has her lessons virtually using Zoom. The instructors are wonderful role models for her and help her to remain focused and motivated while we are isolating ourselves as a family due to Covid-19. She looks forward to her sessions with Seisei Emily and is making great progress toward her next belt.
I am very impressed after taking my free Tai Chi trial class. It is just what I have been looking for, good location, professional staff, clean dojo and plenty of opportunity for training, equipment and space to improve myself.
Aplomb is an amazing dojo that teaches martial arts and life skills needed to be productive citizens in today’s society. My son has been a part of Mission Viejo North for over a year now and we have been thoroughly impressed by the high quality of service. Sensei Matt and his team have the child’s best interest in mind. I value their support.
I am very impressed after taking my free Tai Chi trial class. It is just what I have been looking for, good location, professional staff, clean dojo and plenty of opportunity for training, equipment and space to improve myself.
I would recommend martial arts to anyone as the benefits are seemingly endless, however Kansas City Self Defense Studio is the best organization for me as they have earned my respect and admiration by consistently providing top quality instruction and individualized goal assistance.
Instructors are excellent with kids and keep the classes fun.
The instructors and owners are great here! The first day I went in everyone was so welcoming. I take kickboxing classes here and love it. Janell, my instructor and also the owner, knows how to kick our butts! This is my first ever kickboxing class and I definitely plan on continuing here.
The encouragement of the instructors is phenomenal and really helps me grow and stretch myself.