Zen Do Kai Freestyle Martial Arts
Halswell, Christchurch
Inception Academy of Martial Arts is a family-orientated freestyle martial arts school servicing the Halswell-Wigram areas in Christchurch, NZ.
Our core curriculum is BJMA Zen Do Kai, a martial art style that combines elements of Krav Maga, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai and Kickboxing. It focuses on teaching students practical self-defense skills while promoting physical fitness, mental discipline, and personal growth.
Our Point of Difference
Combined, our head instructors hold over 100 years in martial arts experience across a range of disciplines, and bring elements from these into our training, including Thai Kick Boxing, Krav Maga, Zen Do Kai Freestyle, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Aikido, and Japanese Jiu Jitsu. These significant skillsets are used to enhance our Zen Do Kai curriculum, a curriculum that encourages the adoption of effective techniques from every discipline and is particular effective for street and school yard self-defence.
Inception Academy students are further enriched by a unique self-development programme which runs in unison with our Zen Do Kai Belt system. This component is led by Club Head and 1st Degree Black Belt Dai Sempai Matt Walley, who holds a PhD in Cognitive Psychology. By incorporating the development and enrichment of key psychological attributes and values, IAMA students are provided a holistic approach to overall mental wellbeing and the psychogical attritubutes required to succeed.
Classes
Juniors
4 - 7 years | Mon & Thurs 4:30-5:00PM
Our 4-7 year olds are always excited to show up for class, ready to throw some kicks and bond with their martial arts mates. Amidst the jab crosses and partner drills, we are quietly establishing the fundamentals of discipline, confidence, and self-defence. The kids believe they're just having fun, while parents observe their children developing essential skills that will serve them well beyond the dojo.
Intermediate
8 - 14 years | Mon & Thurs 5:00-6:00PM
In the 8-14 year old age bracket, our classes are tailored to address the typical challenges they face. Physical bullying becomes more common, self-doubt emerges, and students must learn to adjust to their growing bodies, re-establishing coordination and stability. We concentrate on teaching practical self-defence for streets and school yards, while also promoting the psychological qualities of self-efficacy and dutifulness.
Adult
Ages 15+ | Mon & Thurs 6:00-7:00PM
Our adult classes, for those aged 15 and older, offer a comprehensive focus on fitness and self-defence. Participants engage in a dynamic blend of cardio and martial arts techniques, promoting peak physical condition while mastering essential self-defence skills. These sessions are not just about honing the body but also about cultivating mental resilience, confidence, and a sense of community.
Find Us At
Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre
Hao Room
341 Halswell Road
Halswell
Canterbury 8025
Monday & Thursday
4:30pm - 7:00pm
