Attitude First Martial Arts Academy

Attitude First Martial Arts Academy offers Lil’ Attitudes (Young Kids Martial Arts Program) for ages 3-6, Youth Martial Arts Program / BeyondFIT Kids for ages 6-13, Teen Martial Arts Program for ages 13-17, and Adult Martial Arts Program for ages 18 and up. Its other offerings include American Kenpo self-defense with hand strikes, kicking, submission grappling, weapons, Forms, Sets, Freestyle, and competition opportunities; Ground/MMA ground-defense and grappling; Champion classes; Freestyle competitive training in fighting, forms, grappling, and full contact competitions; and Leadership for youth and teens.

Programs

• Lil’ Attitudes (Young Kids Martial Arts Program) — 3-6 · 30-minute classes; recurring class schedule not stated · Designed for young children to learn self-confidence, self-discipline, awareness, respect, control, coordination, balance, and basic self-defense.
• Youth Martial Arts Program / BeyondFIT Kids — 6-13
• Teen Martial Arts Program — 13-17
• Adult Martial Arts Program — 18 and up

At a glance

• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Facility hours: Monday & Wednesdays: 4:30–6:30pm; Tuesday–Thursday: 4:30 to 8:15pm and Saturday: 8:00 to 10:30am; another stated schedule: Tuesday–Thursday 5 to 7:30pm and Saturday 8:00 to 10am

About the provider

The academy opened in 1985. Mr. Lawrence Robinson is named, and the instructors are described as having grown up through the art. The school’s mission is to encourage kids and adults to develop confidence, courage, and commitment to defend themselves, their hopes, and their dreams, while teaching awareness, problem-solving, discipline, respect, and skills to protect and defend loved ones and themselves from physical harm.

• Self-Defense — American Kenpo martial art system with hand strikes, kicking, submission grappling, weapons, Forms, Sets, Freestyle, and competition opportunities.
• Ground/MMA — Ground-defense and grappling class; no experience necessary if the student has a great attitude.
• Champion — Pre-approved class focused on champion mindset; based on maturity, commitment, and attitude rather than age or rank.
• Freestyle — Competitive training in fighting, forms, grappling, and full contact competitions; also recommended for exercise and conditioning.
• Leadership — Youth and Teens · Helps Youth and Teens take on responsibilities of leading portions of a class and learn about instructing students for all ages.

Programs are tailored to the member’s development. Consistency of attendance is described as the key to learning. The address listed is 3530 W. Yorkshire Drive, Glendale, AZ 85308.

What families say

“We are grateful to have our son train here. The leaders are amazing in their knowledge of the art and their ability to train students of all ages and skill levels. The instruction is varied and challenging, and our son has grown immensely in his fitness, discipline, technique, and his thinking thanks to the guidance he has received at Attitude First.” — Jeremy Stephenson

Last updated August 30, 2026.