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Martial Art Innovations

Martial Art Innovations

19704 Arrow Hwy, Covina, CA 91724, Covina, California

+1 626-331-3252
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Self-Defense Fundamentals

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Self-Defense Fundamentals

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids
  • Teens

Skill Levels

  • Advanced
  • All Levels
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Great place for kids to learn self defense
  • Builds self confidence and perseverance
  • Focus on practical real world situations
  • Strengthens discipline and respect
  • Offers adult classes including black belt training
  • High quality yoga instruction (Vinyasa flow, power yoga)
  • Passionate and skilled instructors
  • Positive and patient teaching style
  • Long-term impact on discipline and respect

Considerations

  • Limited realistic contact training (light contact only)
  • Belt testing perceived as too easy
  • Focus on child safety may limit adult training
  • Poor preparation for multi-attacker street scenarios
  • Criticized as a 'mcdojo'

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

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Excellent

"I've been a student here for about 10 years now. Mr. Frack and the staff at MAI has truly changed my life. This place has not only taught me how to defend myself, but also discipline and respect. Mr. Frack teaches with such patience and positivity. Without MAI I wouldn't be anywhere near who I am to..." Read more

- Amanda Butler

via Google

7/3/2019

Excellent

"This martial arts school help me to defense myself. Instructors are tough and skillful!!"

- Rica Clem

via Google

10/18/2018

Excellent

"i have been a student here for 6 years, and it is an amazing place"

- Jacob Burke

via Google

6/20/2018

4.7

(12 reviews)

Business Hours

  • Monday: 4:30-9PM
  • Tuesday: 9-11AM,4-8PM
  • Wednesday: 4:30-9PM
  • Thursday: 9-11AM,4-8PM
  • Friday: 4:30-7:30PM
  • Saturday: 9AM-12PM
  • Sunday: Closed

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