Empire Dojo – Abingdon has Classes in Abingdon, Perfect for Kids, Teens, and Adults Martial Arts Lessons.
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 World Class Instructors
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.
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Manager / Head Instructor
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Sydney has been teaching kids ages 3+, teens, and adults since 2018. Her experience has taught her that each age group requires a specific teaching style and lessons.
o Ages 3-5: focus, listening the first time, and motor skills
o Ages 6-10: discipline, socialization skills, and situational awareness.
o Ages 11-15: mental toughness (perseverance), communication skills, and anti-bullying
o Ages 16+: physical fitness, accountability coaching, and practical self-defense
She regularly partners with parents to help their kids, especially when they’re seeing at-home or in-school behavioral issues.
She has been invited on several occasions to teach staff and students at other martial arts schools how to have the best classes possible.
Sydney is very involved in the surrounding community. She offers PE Teacher for the Day Programs at local public and private schools, self-Defense workshops for families, youth clubs, and corporate employees. You can find her attending local community events to offer free entertainment and provide giveaways and martial arts education and opportunities. She also regularly donates time, skills, and resources to many community families and organizations.
Teaching Philosophy
Fun Facts and Personality
Lead Instructor
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He was awarded two 1st place finishes and one 2nd place finish in the Battle of Baltimore.
Lead Instructor
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Lead Instructor
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Sensei Eric is also a Krav Maga instructor here at Empire Dojo.
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