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Repeatedly Voted "One of the Top 50 Schools in North America," the Black Belt Academy offers training in Martial Arts for families, and students age 4 and up.
Their kids program specializes in helping young students develop Confidence, Focus, and Self-Discipline (and other "life skills") through fun, high energy classes.
Additionally The Black Belt Academy offers Krav Maga for students age 15 & up. Krav Maga is the self-defense and fighting system originally developed by the Israeli Military. It is especially popular with adults and law enforcement looking for practical, effective self-defense training, and a great way to get in shape! The Black Belt Academy is the only licensed Krav Maga program in Northwest Ohio.
Instructor/Owner Jon Penny
Teaching full time since 1994, Jon Penny has been the Director of the Black Belt Academy since it first opened its doors in 1998. A 6th Degree Black Belt in American Karate and a 1st Degree Black Belt in Krav Maga Mr. Penny specializes in two areas in particular. The first being teaching kids and families life skills like Confidence, Focus, Self-Discipline, and Respect through high energy, fun, martial arts classes.
The second being teaching real world practical self-defense. As a part-time law enforcement officer and law enforcement instructor, Jon Penny has been the lead instructor for several local police academies for topics such as Defensive Tactics, Subject Control, Impact Weapons, Chemical Deterrents and Critical Injury First Aid. He has been recruited three times by the State of Ohio (the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission) to serve on a Subject Matter Expert (SME) committee to evaluate training and testing standards for law enforcement instructors and cadets in Ohio.
Why Choose JP Black Belt Academy?
Changing Lives Through Martial Arts
At the Black Belt Academy countless kids and families have been radically changed through our high energy, fun, martial arts classes. Students don't just learn about Self-Discipline, Focus, Confidence, and other life-changing skills. They practice them daily. Don't be mistaken, we teach high quality martial arts and effective self-defense, but students also learn life skills that will empower them to be their best for the rest of their lives. Schedule a time to begin your martial arts journey today!
Programs Tailored to Each Students Age, Level, and Goals.
The Black Belt Academy program has programs specifically set up to help you or your child reach their goals. Whether it's a 5 yr old beginner who needs to get more confidence, or a SWAT cop looking to be safer on the job, our programs are custom tailored for kids, teenagers, and adults of all levels. Fill out a form or give us a call Today?