High-quality martial arts and self-defense training for men, women, and children in Oak Ridge, TN. Let Progressive Martial Arts Academy's passionate & experienced instructors guide you on your martial arts journey. This is natural and we've been there too. Let us teach you the most effective forms of fighting on the planet.
They've been handed down to us, perfected with each generation, and we're ready to pass them on to you. We understand the struggle. Balancing work and family leaves little time for personal goals, but "you can't pour from an empty cup." You have to take care of yourself if you want to be there for others.
They've been handed down to us, perfected with each generation, and we're ready to pass them on to you. We understand the struggle. Balancing work and family leaves little time for personal goals, but "you can't pour from an empty cup." You have to take care of yourself if you want to be there for others.
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Founded by life-long martial artist, Bruce Corrigan, in the late 1980s, Progressive Martial Arts Academy is the most respected martial arts and self defense studio in the area. The Corrigan family's first school was opened in Virginia while Bruce was in the United States Navy. In 1998 the Corrigan family moved to East Tennessee where they have lived and taught martial arts ever since.
While learning to defend yourself with the most effective forms of fighting on the planet, Progressive Martial Arts Academy will introduce you to the "Martial Arts Way of Life." Your training will carry over into every aspect of your life - leading to a healthier, happier and more confident YOU.
Our Young Adults learn to defend themselves while taking the traits of a martial artist and applying them to the always difficult but formative teenage years.Learning to be respectful, disciplined and confident while going from middle school to high school and into adulthood is the most important element of this program.
Our Young Adults learn to defend themselves while taking the traits of a martial artist and applying them to the always difficult but formative teenage years.Learning to be respectful, disciplined and confident while going from middle school to high school and into adulthood is the most important element of this program.
In the above calendar you will find the days we are closed for holidays and breaks as well as the weekends set aside for quarterly belt tests. A student will receive a letter a couple of weeks prior to the test if they have been selected. Having the dates ahead of times may help planning to not miss these amazing events!
Reviews (10)
Robf
Jan 11, 2021
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PMA is more than a great martial arts academy. They not only instruct, teach and coach, they inspire our children to perform at there best.
The entire staff is approachable, family oriented and there for the students and families.
The level of knowledge, instruction and fun these kids have is more than you would think possible.
The entire staff is approachable, family oriented and there for the students and families.
The level of knowledge, instruction and fun these kids have is more than you would think possible.
Maggie Martin
Dec 15, 2020
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When it comes to enrolling kids in activities, it's crucial to be able to trust the adults in charge. Over the past year and a half, PMA has proven time and again that my trust in them is well placed. When the pandemic began, I didn't hesitate to keep my kids enrolled because I knew that I could trust Sifu David and the other instructors and staff to take our family's health and safety seriously, and they have done so at every turn. And I've always clearly seen their commitment to helping kids train effectively and safely (no CTE worries here!) and to appropriately challenge my kids.
Aiden Hemsley
Oct 03, 2020
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I have been doing Martial Arts for over 10 years here, and at no point have a looked back and regretted what I had done. Every second is amazing, each practice you learn something new or different. However nothing compares to the bonds with people I have created, with my friends and what honestly feels closer to family. Thank you PMA, thank you David, and can’t wait to hit the mats again.
Chester Webster
Sep 17, 2020
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PMA is fantastic. We couldn't be happier with the David, Kat & the staff. My daughter & I have been taking both in studio & virtual Brazilian jiu jitsu classes together (she's 14 & I'm in my late 50's) and have found it to be a wonderful activity to share. I would most definitely recommend you give them a try!
PMA is fantastic. We couldn't be happier with the David, Kat & the staff. My daughter & I have been taking both in studio & virtual Brazilian jiu jitsu classes together (she's 14 & I'm in my late 50's) and have found it to be a wonderful activity to share. I would most definitely recommend you give them a try!
Kathy Hurst
Sep 11, 2020
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Progressive Martial Arts has been a wonderful experience for my grandson. I have watched this incredible staff work with all students to help them develop confidence and respect. It has been really helpful in increasing my grandson's attention span. I drive from Norris because I want the best program in the area.
Progressive Martial Arts has been a wonderful experience for my grandson. I have watched this incredible staff work with all students to help them develop confidence and respect. It has been really helpful in increasing my grandson's attention span. I drive from Norris because I want the best program in the area.
Yula Fulton
Sep 02, 2020
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Progressive Martial Arts is AMAZING!!!! Our family is so happy with how we are treated and how our children learn so much at each lesson. The instructors are not just there to show you how to do Martial Arts they actually care about each student and their success. They set the foundation to believe in yourself and develop self defense. Our children have developed self defense, self control and confidence and they make learning a lot of fun. You are treated like family from the minute you walk in the door. We have been to two other martial arts schools and none of them compare to Progressive Martial
Meg Corrigan
Sep 01, 2020
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PMA is an excellent choice if you want to learn real martial arts. This is a school where the students are respected and respect one another. A place where you, your child, or YOUR WHOLE FAMILY can train together safely and have fun! You will be met by courteous staff and teachers, be shown around an exceptionally clean school, and once you have made that initial contact, eager to get started!!
Tina Knowles
Jun 09, 2020
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Happiest place on earth, and yes, that includes Disney Land. I have been a member at PMA for over 4 years, whether training myself or watching family members train. Everyone there is so nice, inspiring, and encouraging, not to mentioned skilled. My brothers trained here for 3 years before I joined the dojo myself. I was hesitant to be one of few women in a new sports class. But boy am I happy I joined!! Joining PMA has taught me self defense, assisted in losing over 50 lbs, given me a new skill I love, and helped to find a community of people who are all kind hearted, encouraging, and supportive
Ana Melton
May 30, 2020
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Best thing we ever did for our kids. They feel they have a home at PMA, and the commeraderie and friendships they have developed there are amazing. Not to mention the skills, focus, pysical fitness, leadership, and personal development that have helped them in school and in other areas of their lives. Sifu David is an amazing teacher, and just a genuinely good guy who is great with the kids. The other teachers and coaches for karate and jiu jitsu are amazing too. In recent months, they've developed a ton of online content and have conducted classes over Zoom to help those who feel safer at home
Rebecca Layton
Oct 12, 2019
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