Blue Ridge Martial Arts

08/28/2026

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR SENSEI, RICK SPARKS! 🥋

The Blue Ridge Martial Arts family is proud to congratulate Sensei Rick Sparks on his nomination to the American Freestyle Kaizen Association Official Hall of Fame as a Distinguished Lifetime Martial Artist.

This special recognition honors a martial arts journey distinguished by dedication, character, achievement, leadership, and service — qualities Sensei Rick continues to demonstrate through the time, knowledge, and encouragement he gives to his students.

Even more meaningful, this nomination comes during the historic 50th Anniversary of the American Freestyle Kaizen Association, celebrating 50 years of martial arts tradition and legacy.

Sensei Rick, your influence reaches far beyond teaching techniques and earning belts. Through Blue Ridge Martial Arts, you’re helping students learn perseverance, confidence, discipline, respect, and what it means to give back to others.

From all of us at Blue Ridge Martial Arts, congratulations on this well-deserved honor. We are so proud to see your years of dedication to martial arts recognized in such a special way. ❤️🥋

Character. Honor. Respect.

08/26/2026

🥋 Hard Work in Tonight’s Adult Class! 🥋

Our students were working hard tonight—practicing skills, learning new techniques, and challenging themselves to keep improving.

One of the best things about martial arts is that there is always something new to learn. Every class is another opportunity to sharpen your skills, build confidence, and take another step forward.

Great work tonight, everyone! Keep learning, keep pushing, and keep growing. 👊🥋

08/26/2026

🥋 Our Little Warriors were on the move tonight! 🥋

Through interactive fun and sparring activities, our youngest students practiced moving, reacting, focusing, listening, and building confidence—all while having a blast! ❤️🥋

Little Warriors building BIG skills!

08/25/2026

08/21/2026

Tonight’s class was all about belt testing! 🥋

Our newer students had the opportunity to watch their first intermediate belt test, giving them a glimpse of what they can work toward as they continue their karate journey. Meanwhile, our instructors and more advanced students took part in the testing and helped make it a great learning experience for everyone.

There was plenty of excitement when our Green Belts welcomed a new member to their ranks! 💚🥋
A great night of hard work, encouragement, and growth at Blue Ridge Martial Arts!

08/21/2026

Please join us in congratulating Isaac Stewart on earning his Green Belt! 🥋

Isaac faced a challenging belt test and showed determination, focus, and perseverance from beginning to end. His hard work paid off, and we couldn’t be prouder of this young man and all he has accomplished.

Great job, Isaac! Keep working hard and moving forward — this Green Belt was well earned!

08/20/2026

Hope to see you there!!

08/19/2026

WHAT A TUESDAY NIGHT AT BLUE RIDGE MARTIAL ARTS! 🥋

Our dojo was full of energy Tuesday night with 21 students on the mat for our ages 6 through adult karate class! 🔥

There’s something special about seeing kids, teens, adults and families training side-by-side—learning new skills, challenging themselves, encouraging one another, and getting stronger together.

And the best part? At Blue Ridge Martial Arts, all of our classes are always FREE.

Way to show up, BRMA!

08/19/2026

23 Little Warriors in class tonight! AMAZING!!!
A big shout out to our instructors and all the wonderful work they do🥰

08/19/2026

Join us in congratulating Tyler Lujan in advancing to his orange belt tonight! He did an excellent job testing. His hard work and dedication showed