Summit Martial Arts

09/18/2026

Good words for Goals Month (read the original post). Have you ever experienced a setback? What did you learn from it?

One of the greatest lessons martial arts teaches children is how to lose.

Winning feels good.

But losing can teach us things winning never will.

How to handle disappointment.

How to respect the person who performed better that day.

How to learn instead of quit.

How to come back and try again.

And how to understand that one loss doesn't define who you are.

Martial arts gives students opportunities to experience both success and disappointment in a supportive environment.

And maybe that's one of the greatest gifts we can give young people.

The chance to learn that they can lose...

And still keep going.

What's one lesson you learned from a setback?

09/12/2026

We start with a self-defense lesson at 11:00 tomorrow! It's for all ages and abilities.

09/10/2026

Who has supported you on your Taekwondo journey? Tag them and give them a note of thanks for all of their encouragement.

Some of the most important people at a martial arts competition aren't competing.

They're sitting in the stands.

Standing in the corner.

Helping tie a belt.

Giving encouragement before an event.

Celebrating a great performance.

Or reminding someone that one difficult moment doesn't define them.

Competition may happen on the floor.

But the experience belongs to an entire community.

Families.

Coaches.

Teammates.

Friends.

That's part of what makes martial arts special.

No one truly grows alone.

Tag someone who has supported you on your martial arts journey.

09/09/2026

One week left to register! We already have 5 enrolled from Duluth and it's going to be a great competition.

Just one week left to register for the tournament! Who's ready?
https://s5.goeshow.com/nmaa/WarriorLegacy/index.cfm

09/08/2026

Fall classes are kicking off today with Visitor Week- come to any class on the schedule for a beginner-friendly self-defense class! This includes next Monday, due to the shorter week. Schedule is in the comments. Also this Saturday, our doors are open from 11:00-12:30 for our Open House- we'd love to see you there!

09/04/2026

People don't always stay in martial arts because of the belts.

Or the trophies.

Or even the kicks and techniques.

Sometimes, they stay because somewhere along the way, the people become part of their lives.

The instructor who believed in them.

The teammate who became a friend.

The parents they see every week.

The community that celebrates their wins and encourages them through the difficult days.

Martial arts may bring people into the room.

But often, it's belonging that keeps them there.

That's one of the most powerful things about being part of a martial arts community.

What has martial arts given you beyond the training?

09/03/2026

Here is our fall schedule! Enrolled students can now reserve their class times, and prospective students can jump into any class Sept 8-Sept 14 during Buddy Week!

We have a couple of new offerings in September, including a daytime class for homeschoolers or any adults that want a morning time. Our new Tai Chi classes start next week, and we added a 2nd Red Belt and Up class due to the large number of students in that category.
If you have any trouble finding a class that works, contact us and we will work you into an appropriate alternative class.

08/31/2026

We are so excited to finally offer a Tai Chi program at our studio! We offer two weeks free to check out any of our classes, including Tai Chi. Benefits of Tai Chi include improved balance, relaxation and stress reduction, improved body awareness, and better overall mobility. This class is great for all mobility levels and can even be done in a chair! Contact us for more information: DM, call (218) 481-2664, or email [email protected].