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Ripple Effect Martial Arts is a place where small disciplines ripple into great life changes…
Are you looking for a program that inspires confidence, focus, and self-esteem? Whether for you, your child, or your whole family, Ripple Effect Martial Arts provides a one-of-a-kind martial arts program.
Students may start classes as early as 3 years old—developing balance, coordination, focus, and self-control. In fact, classes at Ripple Effect Martial Arts will challenge every skill and age level!
Becky Olson
Our son is doing much better in school! His teacher has noticed a significant difference in his behavior for the better since he's been doing karate. Karate is a point of pride for him. We couldn't be happier!
Nate Doyle
Excellent martial arts school. The community is great. The instructors are caring and skilled. My son is thriving!
Erin Jeffreys
Enrolling our son was the best decision we ever made! The staff is phenomenal and the instructors are so motivational and uplifting. When you join, you become part of the Ripple Effect family!
Lara Lauritz
Amazing place! My son is learning to focus, how to set and achieve long-term goals, and how to be a positive, effective leader. I cannot recommend Ripple Effect enough.
Chelsea Phillips
Coming to Ripple Effect has been absolutely fantastic. I do it with my husband and my kids and it has brought us closer together. And it’s gotten me in really good shape. I love it here!
Anand Sharma
These guys are just awesome. They know how to get through to tough kids like my son—to get them back on track. Thank you very much!!
Scott Stetz
Ripple Effect is AWESOME! My kids (4) have been in Karate for 3.5 years and I love how they not only teach karate but also teach them self discipline and respect! We love the staff!
Christopher YellowBoy
This place is amazing. The instructors are great. Our daughter has built great confidence and self-control since going to Ripple Effect.
Casey Behrmann
I love this place and the people! My daughter is growing in leaps and bounds and her focus both at home and at school has improved so much. What an amazing community to be a part of!
Podcast 44: A Conversation with Mr Ada Yasar
On the 44th episode of the Ripple Effect Martial Arts podcast, 2nd-degree Black Belt Mr Ada Yasar talks about how martial arts has impacted his life at home, at school and in life at large. He’s just 16 years old, but has accomplishments and ambitions well beyond his years. These include music, math and AI programming, as well as travel and full-time Black Belt instruction in his future college career. Thank you Mr Yasar for exploring the potential of the Black Belt journey!
Gratitude: How to Get Your Kids Pumped to Give Thanks
How rewarded do you feel when your kids say “Thanks!” and really mean it? Thanksgiving and the winter holidays have always felt like the season of kindness and generosity. But […]
Podcast 43: Mr Lionel Laviere
Black Belt instructor Lionel Lariviere (or Mr L, as he’s better known) has been studying and teaching martial arts for “like, a hundred years” [his words]. His experience translates to the training of hundreds of Black Belt students over the course of more than two decades, with more Black Belt generations to come. He’s fascinated by everything from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to the etymology of last names, and here he shares his passion for his own Black Belt journey, student growth and more.
Bullying Awareness Month: How to Help Your Kids and Teens with Bullying
As a parent of a Black Belt student, you can rest assured that you’ve got a monument of bully prevention at your side. But what happens when your kid or […]
Tips on How to Navigate the Elementary to Middle School Transition
If your kiddo started middle school this year, they may be a bit overwhelmed with the transition. Things feel different: The hallways are busier. The gym is louder. The course […]
Podcast 42: Nunchuck Master Devin Arkfeld
Karate. Community. Pyrotechnics. Master Devin Arkfeld was our first podcast guest back in 2021, and he’s been very busy since. He shares his thoughts on being a martial artist, an Eagle Scout, a teacher, and a national and international tournament champion. For Master Arkfeld, martial arts and all its rewards and challenges is a long-term investment in yourself, your students and your community. Hear about his black belt journey; we hope it inspires your own.