American Defensive Arts Academy

06/04/2026

Our youngest warriors are starting the summer off strong!

05/14/2026

The kids are dialing in their precision and flexibility. And having a good time while they are at it!

05/14/2026

Did you know falls are the #1 cause of injury for adults over 40? And for kids under 19, falls are the leading cause of non-fatal injuries according to the CDC. At every age, knowing how to move safely makes a real difference.

On May 16, we're bringing one of our most popular martial arts fundamentals to The Keller Pointe as part of Fit City, and it's free and open to all ages.

In this 45-minute session you'll learn:

-How to improve your balance and stability through simple progressions
-How to move with more control and confidence on your feet
-What to do if you do fall- the safe way to go down and get back up

This is the same body awareness we teach in our American Karate and Aikido programs, broken down for everyday life.

Saturday, May 16 | Adults 9:30 AM , Kids 10:30 AM| The Keller Pointe

05/03/2026

May the Fourth Be With You! Come to our free saber striking and spinning class on May 4 at 6:30 PM at The Keller Point! Star Wars costumes and t shirts encouraged!

04/15/2026

04/11/2026

04/10/2026

Kata isn’t just practicing self defense moves on your own. This is a portion of one of our forms, Pinan Shodan, being applied against an opponent. Every movement in this kata has a purpose.

Forms should not just be about memorizing a pattern; the primary focus should be how to use these moves under pressure. This is how adults should train.

If you’re in Keller, Southlake, North Ft. Worth, or the surrounding area and have been thinking about learning real self-defense, or even if you just want to try something different and get out of your comfort zone, come see us. Visitors are always welcome!

Send a DM and we’ll get you into your first class, no obligation.

04/07/2026

Kids class is looking great tonight!

04/03/2026

Please enjoy this special time with your family and friends this Easter weekend. See you on the mat Tuesday!

03/20/2026

Our condolences to the family of Peter Consterdine and all the members of the British Combat Association and our parent organization the World Combat Association that was so influenced by his work.

It is with the greatest possible sorrow that we share with you the news that Peter Consterdine died in the early hours of Thursday morning, with Dawn at his side. He was greatly unimpressed with the acceleration of his illness and has left us all far earlier than he would have chosen; indeed, someone of such strength and character would have seemed invincible, so his death does come as a shock.

As members of the association, you all know that his legacy will truly make him immortal. In due course, we will write a suitable account of the huge impact he has had on our community and beyond. This is not that time – everyone needs time to absorb this news and to process it – especially Dawn and those closest to Peter.

We deeply appreciate the respectful ‘holding back’ from many of you as you awaited official word of his passing. With someone of his stature, you can understand that such terrible news spread quickly and many did not know that there had not been time to pass on the news sensitively and personally to his family and friends who should not be learning such news through social media. We will be inviting memories and tributes on the BCA/BCKA/WCA pages in due course and naturally will be providing a more extensive narrative of his phenomenal achievements and influence.

It will soon be business as usual in the office, with the great team Peter built over many decades providing continuity and support for you all. The senior instructor team, club instructors and individual members will continue Peter’s unparalleled influence and legacy. Thanks to all of Peter’s work and dedication, The Combat Group is, and will remain, a unique and unsurpassed martial arts and self-defence collective. We will be back in touch soon and thank you all for your support at this most difficult of times.

Iain and Mary Abernethy (on behalf of Dawn Consterdine)