Determination Martial Arts

Determination Martial Arts Determination Martial Arts offers Martial Arts and Fitness programs to the Hamilton community. Full programming for Special Needs students available.

Determination Martial Arts strives to be a community space for personal growth and development in the Hamilton area. We believe all students can learn and thrive in the right environment, and offer a schedule specifically for students with more intense learning needs, who do better in a small group, individually paced environment. We accept all major credit cards, e-transfer, and debit.

05/31/2026

And that’s pre-test #2 in the books for this year’s Black Belt candidates! Self defense theory and application, fitness, and forms, they all demonstrated marked improvement from their first pre-test and the grit to get through all aspects.

Pre-tests before Black belt allow not only candidates to build their stamina and understanding of the process, but increase the safety of the test - both candidates and testers learn how candidates react to external and internal pressure, physical fatigue, and mental exhaustion. We use this learning so that when it comes to the final test, we’ve built the scaffolding, to get them through the final.

Black belts are earned. They’re rare, compared to the number of students that begin martial arts, and an incredible achievement. Keep it up candidates! Students, keep an eye on those advanced belts and let them motivate your training!

This Sunday is our Fun Day, sending love and energy, and all the proceeds to our little ninja Eve as she and her family ...
05/21/2026

This Sunday is our Fun Day, sending love and energy, and all the proceeds to our little ninja Eve as she and her family make memories during her battle with brain cancer.

Our 3-6, and 7-9 sessions are full, but we still have space in our adaptive session! If you’ve got a little one with physical or intellectual disabilities, come on out for an exploration of martial arts and activities!

Registration required. No experience required.

See you Sunday!

The long weekend is almost here! Reminder that we close Saturday to Monday and we’re back at it Tuesday! You’re welcome ...
05/14/2026

The long weekend is almost here! Reminder that we close Saturday to Monday and we’re back at it Tuesday!

You’re welcome to make up a missed class anytime in the following three weeks!

Have a safe and glorious weekend
-DMA

05/10/2026

We had such a great day at - a first year for this tournament we hope it isn’t their last!

A huge thank you to our team parents, you were supportive, engaged, and so proud of every team member. The positivity radiated to the team and everyone had their best day.

Thanks to the staff who held down the fort at 108 so that I could take the team! Tournament attending is a lot of fun, but a lot of work, and it can’t happen without everyone putting in the work.

And finally, thanks to our team, who trusted the process, put in the work, and were all ready to analyze and make plans for improvement immediately! Incredible growth mindset crew.

Here’s to continued team building for the 2026-2027 season!

Oh no! There’s been an increase of bubblegum in the space, which has meant scraping the floor, the toilet, and the untim...
04/27/2026

Oh no! There’s been an increase of bubblegum in the space, which has meant scraping the floor, the toilet, and the untimely end of one of our comfy chairs in the lobby we just couldn’t get the gum out of!

Martial arts and gum don’t mix. Please keep your gum at home to enjoy!

A few illnesses means we’ve got some spots open this Saturday! Come and play, work, and learn with your kid!No experienc...
04/15/2026

A few illnesses means we’ve got some spots open this Saturday! Come and play, work, and learn with your kid!

No experience necessary. We’re starting from the basics. Spend the time connecting with each other and enjoying learning.

Non members welcome! Let us know to expect you - [email protected]

Hard to believe that it’s been 1 year at 108 Queenston! Thank you all for such an incredible year, and being a part of o...
04/07/2026

Hard to believe that it’s been 1 year at 108 Queenston! Thank you all for such an incredible year, and being a part of our team and our community.

Here’s to many more years of building skills and punching BOB!

Have a beautiful weekend - maybe we see the sun?Can’t wait to catch up with everyone Tuesday!
04/03/2026

Have a beautiful weekend - maybe we see the sun?
Can’t wait to catch up with everyone Tuesday!

It feels unimaginable that we are making a third post of this nature, in as many months, but it is with deep sadness we ...
03/26/2026

It feels unimaginable that we are making a third post of this nature, in as many months, but it is with deep sadness we let our DMA community know of the unexpected passing of Ben, a long time member of our adult program.

Ben brought humour, kindness, and quick wit to every class. We could count on him to keep us on our toes during self defense, and to ensure we never took our eyes off his fists! He was a special favourite of our forms class, who often took turns supporting his forms learning, while in turn, gaining life advice from Ben.

A celebration of Ben’s life will be held on Saturday, March 28 at 11 am in Room 116 at Crossroads Unity Commons, 1295 North Service Road, Burlington for any who feel inclined.

While we sit with our grief , we reflect on the beauty that is intentionally built community, that allows for connection that results in both the most joyful times and the deepest sadness.

“So, let the tears fall when they come. Let the laughter rise when memories bring warmth. Let grief and joy coexist. For they are not opposites. They are just love in different forms.” -JAMESON ARASI

02/17/2026

Wednesday and Thursday forms class is a joy to watch, teach, and partake in. Everything comes together as these students develop a deeper understanding of their forms set, history behind the forms, and application.

At every stage of development, there’s a new understanding of the art. We can’t expect 8 year olds to have the knowledge and intensity of a 15 year old, and certainly not an adult. Students need time to stumble, work through frustrations, be supported through challenge, and continue on.

Martial arts is one day at a time, developing character for a lifetime.

See you on the mats tonight everyone!

Address

108 Queenston Road
Hamilton, ON
L8K1G2

Opening Hours

Monday 3pm - 8pm
Tuesday 12:15pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 9pm
Thursday 3pm - 8pm
Saturday 8:30am - 1:15am

Telephone

+19056307041

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