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Rising Sun Martial Arts Academy

Rising Sun Martial Arts Academy

620 Sunrise Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93455, Santa Maria, California

+1 805-264-5242
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Karate
Self-Defense Fundamentals
Tai Chi
Weapons Training

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Karate
  • Self-Defense Fundamentals
  • Tai Chi
  • Weapons Training

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids

Skill Levels

  • All Levels

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Friendly and welcoming environment
  • Supportive and encouraging teaching
  • Safe training space
  • Family atmosphere
  • Good energy
  • Beautiful facility
  • Wide range of classes
  • Enjoyable adult classes

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

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Excellent

"Rising Sun martial arts has provided a safe place for me to develop my own discipline. With the guidance of Sensei Risinger I am learning how to cultivate a caring heart while learning martial disciplines. Every class helps me to be physically, mentally and spiritually fit."

- Anthony Montoya

via Google

3/3/2020

Excellent

"I am a student at Rising Sun. The family owned dojo has alot of organization, care, loving, & inspiration. The craftsmanship that the dojo has gives you the feel of real martial arts training."

- swade judd

via Google

3/15/2019

Excellent

"Rising Sun Martial Arts is a great place to train. Master Jim and his wife Terri are very kind people. Everyone in the dojo are vey friendly and welcoming. Master Jim is great with children. His teaching is encouraging and supportive of the everyone’s needs. He is great at teaching the art. I highly..." Read more

- Ray Burke

via Google

8/12/2018

5.0

(11 reviews)

Business Hours

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

Instructors

J

Jim Risinger

Master, Sensei, Head Instructor

Dedicates his life to teaching key principles of movement, defense, and balance; supportive and encouraging teaching style; great with children and adults alike.

T

Terri Risinger

Co-owner, Instructor

Co-owner and supportive instructor; fosters a friendly and welcoming dojo environment.

I

Ian Risinger

Co-owner, Instructor

Co-owner and instructor; works to support students and maintain the family-style atmosphere.

Location

Amenities

  • Beautiful interior

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