United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame

United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame Honoring those who have made a difference in the lives of others through the teaching of the martial arts in their local communities and around the world.

09/25/2026

Just an update- Silvia had a successful surgery, she’s experiencing some significant pain but will start physical therapy tomorrow. Continue to keep her in your prayers!

09/25/2026

In this session, we talk about what leadership really looks like.

It’s not a name, a brand, or a badge you wear on your chest. It’s how you communicate, how you show up, and what you model for your students.

If we want to develop great leaders, we have to be willing to model what we want to see in them.

We don’t just teach the what. We teach the why—and more importantly, we demonstrate it.

Prayers for our camp mom Silvia Volkmann as she goes in for shoulder surgery today. Keep her in your thoughts and prayer...
09/25/2026

Prayers for our camp mom Silvia Volkmann as she goes in for shoulder surgery today. Keep her in your thoughts and prayers today for a successful surgery and quick recovery. ❤️

We can’t wait to see you next year in San Antonio!The Hall of Fame is bringing another incredible experience filled with...
09/23/2026

We can’t wait to see you next year in San Antonio!

The Hall of Fame is bringing another incredible experience filled with training, learning, connection, and celebration.

And with the NEW Professional Development Day for School Owners, there’s even more reason to make plans now.

San Antonio 2027. We’ll see you there!

09/20/2026

Do you know the LTV of each student in your school? Here are some ideas for improving this metric...and how to attract and retain more students in your martial arts program. If you know a school owner who needs to hear this, tag them in the comments below.

09/18/2026

In this session, we break learning down into small, manageable modules with video-assisted learning that allows students to immediately practice what they learn.

The result?

More practice. Better retention. Learning that can happen 30–50% faster.

Break it down. Learn it. Practice it. Master it.

The Library Is Growing. The Mission Hasn’t Changed.12 books. 12 resources. One purpose: helping people become better ver...
09/17/2026

The Library Is Growing. The Mission Hasn’t Changed.

12 books. 12 resources. One purpose: helping people become better versions of themselves.

When I began writing, I wasn’t interested in simply putting more books on a shelf.

I wanted to create resources people could actually use to think differently, lead more effectively, communicate more clearly, build stronger businesses, manage money more wisely, and ultimately become more intentional about the person they are becoming.

Today, the Black Belt Leadership Library has grown to 12 offerings.

Some focus on leadership.
Some on business.
Some on communication and negotiation.
Some on money, confidence, character, and personal growth.

But there is a common thread running through every one of them:
Mastery is never an accident.

In the martial arts, earning a Black Belt doesn't mean you've arrived. It means you've developed the discipline to keep learning, training, growing, and improving.

Life works much the same way.

You don't have to master everything today.

You simply have to be better today than you were yesterday, and willing to train again tomorrow.

That's what these 12 resources represent to me: not 12 destinations, but 12 different doors into the lifelong pursuit of mastery.

🥋 Always Continue Training.
🥋 Always Continue Growing.
🥋 Always Continue Becoming.

Which area of your life are you working to master right now? Who are you becoming beyond just being a martial artist?

We’re heading BACK TO SAN ANTONIO next year! 🤠And this time, we’re bringing something NEW to the Hall of Fame experience...
09/16/2026

We’re heading BACK TO SAN ANTONIO next year! 🤠

And this time, we’re bringing something NEW to the Hall of Fame experience:

Professional Development Day for School Owners

A full day focused on:

• Business Development
• Sales & Marketing
• New Programs & Growth Opportunities
• Practical strategies you can take back to your school

If you own a martial arts school, you do NOT want to miss this.

One full day dedicated to helping you grow your business, strengthen your school, and prepare for what’s next.

San Antonio. Next year.
The secret is out.

More details coming soon. 🇺🇸🥋

Congratulations to Cade Berryhill, our first ever Ebenezer Award recipient. Now we are looking for our 2027 recipient.Th...
09/15/2026

Congratulations to Cade Berryhill, our first ever Ebenezer Award recipient.

Now we are looking for our 2027 recipient.

The Ebenezer Award is the "official Emcee Award" and was created to recognize a young martial artist who truly represents the values of martial arts both on and off the mat.

This is not an award based on rank. You do not have to be a black belt to be nominated.

The award is open to martial artists 18 and under, and there is NO COST to enter and nominate someone.

The 2027 recipient will receive a trophy and a gift basket of goodies, and will be recognized on stage at the United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame Banquet.

If you know a young martial artist who deserves to be recognized for their character, dedication, leadership, and the way they represent martial arts, start getting your nominations in for 2027.

Who will be our next Ebenezer Award recipient? Click the link to nominate a student.

Thank you,
Camp Host & Emcee,
Jessie Terry

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09/11/2026

In this session, we discuss digital discipline and how there is a time to use devices, but also a responsibility not to become overly restrictive or overbearing.

Gen Z learns through their phones. That’s the reality we’re leading in. The goal isn’t to shut it out, but to incorporate it in a way that builds focus, respect, and balance—so it doesn’t become something that dominates attention or replaces presence.

Leadership today requires wisdom, not extremes.

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