Lionheart Martial Arts began serving the Carlinville, Illinois community in quality martial arts in 2015. We provide Tang Soo Do (karate), fitness, and Self-Defense classes for children, teens and adults. James Garner's vision with his school was, and still is, to build a community by helping people get in shape, be safe, and at the same time instill the life skills and character of a true martial
artist. Upholding important values like courtesy, patience, respect, self control, discipline, and integrity. James Garner will also help you achieve self discipline, high self esteem, a positive out look, a spirit of constant improvement, and an attitude that refuses to give up. These values and life skills will lead to remarkable improvements in academics, careers, and relationships, literally making a better community one black belt at a time. Lionheart Martial Arts is the only martial arts school in the area that is a certified martial arts school with instructors certified to teach. They are also the only school in the area that is involved with the community; ranging from fundraisers, Toys for Tots / Help the Elf, anti-bullying seminars, school functions, and volunteer work.