Self-Defense Made Simple 

Premier self-defense training for individuals and families in Huntsville, Madison, and Athens.
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About our studio

MadCity Self-Defense specializes in custom self-defense training for adults and families. In skill-building group classes and personalized private lessons, you will develop practical self-defense skills under the expert guidance of Fourth-degree Black Belt instructors Isaac and Gracie.

Our studio is a family-friendly, inclusive space where all are welcome to learn to defend themselves.

At MadCity Self-Defense, we offer training in Kenpo Karate, kata, heavy bag workouts, stretching classes, sparring/kickboxing, ground-fighting, weapons training, and family/youth self-defense.

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Basic Training Course:

For new and seasoned martial artists

  • This course includes up to 10 hours of training for $75, beginning with private lessons with a dedicated instructor.

  • In this course you will learn proper mechanics of striking, blocking, kicking, and how to put it all together against a variety of attacks.

  • Private lessons times are based on your availability. You will work with your dedicated instructor to find a time that works for you. Contact us to schedule your first lesson.

Customized training options

In one-hour classes, develop your skills through instruction and application of techniques on a partner, bag work, sparring, and stretching.

Mastery classes

Accelerate your progress with half-hour private lessons taught by a dedicated instructor. Techniques, kicking, striking, and theory are fully customized to you and your abilities.

Private Lessons

Go even farther with a dedicated training partner from day one. Up to four friends and family members (ages 13 and up) can take private lessons together. Youth students (ages 8-13) can attend private lessons on approval.

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Testimonials

  • Having worked in both state level law enforcement and for the federal government, I've had a variety of martial arts, military styled combatives, and defensive tactics training since 1985. Kenpo is by far the best form of self defense I've ever seen and the instructors here are easily some of the best I've come across. I give the team at MadCity Kenpo my highest recommendation for their knowledge, technical expertise, patience, and ability to not only train martial artists, but to actually educate their students .... something very rare these days. They offer a variety of amazing programs for adults, children, tailored to men and women of all age groups. If anyone wants to learn how to practially protect themselves in real world environments, there isnt any other place in the region that could meet your needs better than MadCity Kenpo in my opinion. You are missing an amazing opportunity if you dont check them out! — JD

    • J.D.

  • My husband and I started at MadCity Kenpo a few months ago, not quite sure what to expect being first timer’s, and we have absolutely loved it! The atmosphere is welcoming, and the instruction from both Issac and Grace is outstanding. They are professional, patient, and truly great at what they do. Since starting, our son has joined as well, and we can’t say enough positive things about our experiences. The training has not only been fun and engaging but has also given me more confidence in my ability to defend myself. If you’re considering trying Kenpo, this is the place to be!

    — R.C.

  • Having studied Tae Kwok Do, Shotokan Jujutsu, Wun Hop Kuen Do, Aikido, Hapkido, Karate, Sayoc Kali, and a whole host of other martial arts disciplines and styles, over a 20 year military career, I thought I had a good grip on martial arts. I learn something new every day with Isaac and look forward to every lesson! I highly recommend Mad City Kenpo to anyone interested in learning martial arts, whether it’s for self defense, exercise, or philosophical reasons.

    —J.T.