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About Black Belt Leadership Academy - Wauwatosa in Milwaukee, WI
Developing Character Through Martial Arts.
For over a decade, Black Belt Leadership Academy has been instrumental in helping students hone their focus, fortify their strength, and boost their confidence through exceptional martial arts training. Our Wauwatosa branch is an inclusive environment that embraces all types of students, from those who are just starting out to those who have spent a lifetime mastering martial arts.
Every class we offer is meticulously crafted to challenge students on an individual level, while simultaneously fostering a supportive and rewarding atmosphere. This personal touch ensures that every student feels valued and encouraged, resulting in a more effective learning experience.
In the nurturing environment of our academy, we strive to bring out the best in our students. Our classes are designed to not just teach martial arts skills, but also to instil values of discipline, respect, and perseverance. We believe that the lessons learned here go beyond the dojo and will serve our students well in all their future endeavours.
Programs at Black Belt Leadership Academy - Wauwatosa in Milwaukee, WI
Little Ninjas - Martial Arts Classes for Ages 4-5
A fun and focused program that helps young kids build confidence, discipline, and coordination.
Our Little Ninjas program is designed just for preschoolers, blending fun and fitness with life lessons. Each class introduces new skills like balance, focus, and teamwork through playful activities that keep kids engaged and active. Children build coordination, listening, and confidence while also learning important values such as sharing, patience, and taking turns—all in a positive, age-appropriate way.
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Youth Martial Arts Classes for Ages 6+
Focused training for real life skills. Build your child's confidence, focus, and discipline while helping them stay active and engaged.
Our youth program helps kids grow into strong, confident, and respectful individuals through structured martial arts training. Each class blends fitness and focus—building endurance, balance, and coordination while teaching concentration and self-control. Students gain confidence as they progress, earning recognition for effort and achievement. Short “Huddle Talks” reinforce life lessons like goal setting, respect, safety, and conflict resolution, giving kids skills that extend far beyond the mat.
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Teen and Adult Martial Arts Classes
Strength, skill, and confidence at any age. A supportive and challenging environment that builds strength, skill, and self-confidence.
Traditional Kobudo Weapons Training
Strength, skill, and confidence at any age. Learn the art of precision, power, and tradition through Yamashita Style Kobudo.
Dive into the art of Kobudo, where every class combines fitness, focus, and traditional technique in a supportive environment. Students train with the four core weapons—bo staff, sai, tonfa, and nunchaku—learning forms, stances, and applications passed down through generations.
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Kickboxing Classes
Fundamentals & Fitness. Learn real kickboxing techniques while getting in a fun, full-body workout. The perfect mix of striking fundamentals, sweat, and skill. No experience needed.
Kickboxing at our academy is more than just a cardio workout—it’s a dynamic martial arts experience that builds both fitness and skill. Every class starts with proper stance and footwork, then progresses into fundamental techniques like punches, elbows, knees, and kicks. You’ll also develop defensive skills such as blocking, slipping, and movement, while applying everything through bag work, pad drills, and controlled partner exercises. As you advance, we introduce combinations and flow drills that sharpen coordination, timing, and power. It’s a complete full-body workout that challenges your endurance, strengthens your body, and leaves you feeling sharper, stronger, and more confident after every session.
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