Welcome to Dunham's Martial Arts, your home for better self-defense, fitness training, and all around character development. We are proud to offer programs for men, women, and children of all ages and experience levels, making the martial arts more accessible than ever. Whether you are hoping to lose weight, build strength, or learn how to protect yourself in a real-world situation, we've got you covered.
Each of our classes is fun, exciting, and beneficial for everyone! Our Kids Martial Arts Classes are second-to-none, with a supportive environment and a team that is dedicated to making sure every student thrives. And while your child trains, you can get in a great workout, too!
Each of our classes is fun, exciting, and beneficial for everyone! Our Kids Martial Arts Classes are second-to-none, with a supportive environment and a team that is dedicated to making sure every student thrives. And while your child trains, you can get in a great workout, too!
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Our 8 year old son has been attending for about 8 months now and we all LOVE it! He is always excited and ready for class. It's given him a big confidence boost and made a kid that likes to sit behind the computer a desire to be active and athletic. Mr Dunham and all of his staff work great with kids.
Introduce your child to a vital set of skills that will serve them for years to come with our Kids Martial Arts Classes in Springfield. At Dunham's Martial Arts, we work with students of all ages and abilities, helping them build confidence and respect while also learning effective self-defense skills.
Join us at Dunham's Martial Arts for the best blend of self-defense training and total-body fitness in Springfield. Our Adult Martial Arts classes help men and women of all experience levels have fun learning new moves and building lean muscles. Our Adult Martial Arts classes combine the best elements of real-world self-defense, Mixed Martial Arts training, and high-energy fitness classes to help you see results like never before.
It's never too early to prepare yourself for a real-world threat or situation of violence. At Dunham's Martial Arts, we take pride in helping the women of Springfield stay safe with our Women's Self-Defense classes. At Dunham's Martial Arts, you can keep your heart racing and your muscles moving as you learn how to react with power, speed, and efficiency.
At Dunham's Martial Arts, we're offering men and women all across Springfield the chance to take on proven self-defense strategies and a great total-body workout. Our Krav Maga classes are perfect for all experience levels and abilities. This system was originally created by the Israeli Defense Forces as a close-combat fighting style.
Reviews (10)
Sonja Pinkston
Apr 12, 2021
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value
My Son has been taking classes here for 2 month now - the change I have seen in him is unbelievable. I even got an email from his teacher that she is so proud of him - his attitude, work ethic and overall mood has improved. He is always giving his best. Thank you Mr. Dunham and his Team.
My Son has been taking classes here for 2 month now - the change I have seen in him is unbelievable. I even got an email from his teacher that she is so proud of him - his attitude, work ethic and overall mood has improved. He is always giving his best. Thank you Mr. Dunham and his Team.
Fishnatic
Sep 21, 2020
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My son, who is 4 years old, attended the Tiny Tigers program at Dunham's Martial Arts for about 4 months. Throughout his time there, he made friends with other kids his age, learned how to be polite and treat others with respect, along with learning some self-defense.
As a parent, what I liked most is seeing how much fun my son had when he's in class. He doesn't get to see kids his age that often and so seeing him have a good time in class with other kids his age was something I always looked forward to when taking him to class.
It surprised me how well Mr. Dunham worked with kids at that young
As a parent, what I liked most is seeing how much fun my son had when he's in class. He doesn't get to see kids his age that often and so seeing him have a good time in class with other kids his age was something I always looked forward to when taking him to class.
It surprised me how well Mr. Dunham worked with kids at that young
Monica Simmons
Aug 03, 2020
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I started my son at Dunham's Martial Arts to help his focus and for the self defense. As a parent, I love to watch my son in his classes. Mr. Dunham works on the physical and the mental as every month they learn valuable lessons. I feel like I take away almost as much as my son from watching the class. I cannot wait for my youngest son to start there as well. There are classes for all ages and experience. I would highly recommend them. You will not be disappointed at all.
Angel Jacobs
Oct 15, 2019
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I started my son in the tiny Tigers class about 8 months ago. He was struggling with paying attention and behavior issues at daycare. The instructor was amazing form day one. Listen to my concerns for my son and worked with him one on one and helped me find the best class for him . I definitely recommend Dunham martial arts without a doubt . I can’t Wait to see where karate takes him🙏🏽❤️
Jessicca Andrews
Jul 01, 2019
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We started our son at Dunham Martial Arts about 5 months ago and it has been amazing the change we are seeing in him. Mr. Dunham and his crew are obviously very passionate about teaching kids every aspect of being a ninja! From manners to respect to helping out the community to martial arts! We are so glad we found them!
Tiffany Beckner
Dec 28, 2018
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Our daughter has really developed a wonderful level of focus, and has really applied the "always try your best" model both in sports and at home since starting martial arts training at Dunham's. She is more focused and confident in her school work, and has learned to focus on the positive. She is excelling in other areas as well, as her self-worth and awareness has grown. She is willing to weigh opportunities and take healthy risks to achieve/earn greater rewards. She is becoming more self-disciplined in many areas, and is an even more respectful child than she was already. This is quite possibly
Jason Peters
Oct 18, 2018
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My son had behavioral issues in preschool and started karate at Dunham’s Martial Arts when he was 4 years old. In about a month, he became a role model at his preschool. He did not just get energy out and learn self-defense, but he formed right living concepts and improved his focus. I do not normally leave reviews, but I am a believer in what is happening at Dunham’s Martial Arts and recommend this dojo to others. It sure helped my son!
Jamie Swenka
Jun 03, 2018
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Jeff Messenger
Dec 24, 2016
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We have been going to Dunham’s Martial Arts for over two years now. When we started the process of choosing the right school we consider cost and class size. The cost was comparable to others in the area, but the attention and level of mentorship that my son got at this school is what helped us decide on this school over the others in the area.
Dunham’s Martial Arts also makes it fun and continues to challenge my son. When he accomplishes a new skill, it helps his self esteem. The school really pushes the kids to be their best in the dojo, at home, and at school and it teaches life lessons
Dunham’s Martial Arts also makes it fun and continues to challenge my son. When he accomplishes a new skill, it helps his self esteem. The school really pushes the kids to be their best in the dojo, at home, and at school and it teaches life lessons
Kent Long
Jan 11, 2016
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Dunham's Martial Arts provides a great setting for learning and enjoyment. You learn valuable skills, gain confidence and improve your abilities through fantastic instructors, who take a personal interest in you and your goals. Chris Dunham's positive outlook, passion for Martial Arts and leadership of this school shows in each and every class. Through Dunham's Martial Arts, I have gained self-confidence, improved fitness, and many friends; all while learning Martial Arts skills and philosophies that help me in my everyday life. It's a great place for children and adults (I started at age 38).
