Empire Dojo - Abingdon proudly serving Abingdon
Empire Dojo – Abingdon has Classes in Abingdon, Perfect for Kids, Teens, and Adults Martial Arts Lessons.
Who we Are And why You Should Train Here
Since we’ve opened, we’ve been dedicated to changing the lives of people one person at a time, through martial arts, education and coaching. We strive to provide a safe, comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for all students and family members. We take pride in creating an environment for individuals to achieve, develop and succeed in their personal goals.
We strongly believe that martial arts can be for everyone, regardless of age, gender or experience levels. Throughout all of our programs, students will not only learn the necessary skill sets to protect themselves, we stand behind our realistic and practical approach, confident it will enable every member to achieve greatness and live their best life..
Get To Know Our Instructors
Sensei Luis Martinez
Owner & Master Instructor
Sensei Luis Martinez has been studying and training martial arts since he was 6 years old. He is currently the owner and master instructor at Empire Dojo. Sensei Luis oversees all operations of the school. He frequently travels to Japan and around the world to train in several different martial arts.
Official Rankings:
- 2nd Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do
- 2nd Degree Black Belt in Tang Soo Do
- 5th Degree Black Belt in Ninpo Taijutsu
- 5th Degree Black Belt in Jujutsu
- Shisenkan Kobudo Ryu Ha – Chuden Menkyo
- Amatsu Tatara Bumon & Shumon Special Instructor – Shoden Menkyo
- Daito Ryu Aikijujutsu Yamamoto-Ha – Shoden Menkyo
- Mugen Shinto Ryu Iaijutsu – Shoden Menkyo
- Daito Ryu Aikijujutsu Kiyama Kai 3rd Kyu
- Itto Tenshin Ryu Kenjutsu – Shokyu
- Next Level Krav Maga Instructor
- Daiwado Jujutsu – Chuden Menkyo
Sensei Athena Byrne
Lead Instructor
Official Rankings
- Junior Ninpo Taijutsu 1st Degree
- Kukishinden Ryu Bojutsu Okuden Menkyo
- Mugen Shinto Ryu Iaijutsu Okuden Menkyo
- Jujutsu 3rd Degree
- Ninpo Taijutsu 3rd Degree
Sensei Eric Roland
Lead Instructor
Official Rankings
- 2nd Degree Black Belt in Ninpo Taijutsu 2nd Degree Black Belt in Japanese Jujutsu