Manlius Martial Arts Training Center
Call us: (315) 682-0012
Our system began as a traditional Tracy Kenpo Karate system. Over years of development, some katas were changed, taken out and some were added from other systems such as Tae Kwon Do and Hung Gar kung fu. The influence of Tae kwon Do improved the kicking skills and athleticism of our students tremendously.
In time, we changed from the point sparring concepts of the sport based karate systems to American Kickboxing. This was a more self defense based approach. This further evolved into a heavy influence from Muay Thai Kickboxing, which is considered by many to be the most effective striking art in the world today.
Much of our hands on self defense evolved from the traditional Kenpo moves, which still remain in parts of our system today, to an influence from Jiu Jitsu and Krav Maga. Both arts have an enormous value on street smart martial arts.
Our Master Instructor, Renshi Jeff Groesbeck, has over 25 years experience in the martial arts as a student, meaning he has continued to grow and develop all those years. He continues to travel to train with some of the top people in the martial arts to ensure he is bringing some of the best information available in the world into our dojo in Manilus.
Our current system still has the traditional Martial Arts forms. Our belief is the structure and detail learned from a kata is very valuable to the development of every other part of the martial arts. Our striking defense is based on the Muay Thai system and our grab defenses, meaning someone is grabbing you, is heavily influenced by Krav Maga. Eventually students are eligible to learn the Hyper curriculum. This is a fast paced exciting class that blends martial arts and gymnastic movements together. Arnis / Escrima, the art of Filipino stick fighting, is taught to our most advanced students.
Our Mission is simple and extremely important to us.
To have a positive impact on everyone we come in contact with through our martial arts, leadership and nutritional knowledge.
I have always been interested in the martial arts, but never had the opportunity to pursue any formal training. Shortly after my son began taking classes I decided to join in the fun! This was almost three years ago and training has me in the best shape of my life. It has been very beneficial for my overall well being and a great activity to spend time with my son. Sensei Groesbeck and staff are top notch instructors and provide a positive and fun environment in which to learn and train.
My daughter Jaelyn has been training in martial arts close to five years. She is in great shape, more disciplined and respectful due to the Manlius dojo and staff. Great job on the new website.
My 12 year old daughter and 11 year old son are 1st degree black belts training for their 2nd Degrees. I am 43 years old, in the best shape of my life and ready to test for my 1st degree Black Belt. Impact Martial Arts has changed the life of my children and I for the better in a dramatic way! Modesty, Courtesy, Integrity, Self Control, Perseverance and Indomitable Spirit! These are the creeds instilled in the students who study at the Team Manlius dojo of Impact Martial Arts. The entire teaching staff at the Team Manlius dojo: Sensei Groesbeck, Sensei Button, Deshi Mehmedovic and Mr. McDonald are all AWESOME!! They are all very engaging, professional and inspiring. Not only do they teach marital arts and physical fitness but the curriculum also contains character education and anti-bullying strategies. The environment at the dojo is always positive, fun and inspiriting. Believe me it is a place you will want to be and your kids to be!!!