Freestyle Martial Arts
Freestyle Martial Arts, 3760 Sports Arena Blvd., #1, San Diego, CA 92110
About
Freestyle Martial Arts offers training in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, Karate, and self-defense. The program also includes fitness and personal development activities, along with special events such as Break-a-thons and Kick-a-thons.
• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Schedule: Class options Monday–Saturday within the hours of Monday–Friday 3–9pm and Saturday 7:30am–1pm
• Price: $100 off Our Programs
Freestyle Martial Arts was established in 1986 and has been serving San Diego County for 40 years. It is the home of Team Freestyle, the 2016, 2017, 2023, and 2025 ISKA World Champion Demonstration Team. The venue is described as Freestyle Martial Arts, the home of Team Freestyle, the 2016, 2017, 2023, and 2025 ISKA World Champion Demonstration Team.
The leadership team includes Founder Sensei Kikuchi and Head Instructor Sensei Jackson, along with Sensei Tad Anderson, Sensei Marina Hayden, Mr. Mark Miller, Miss Maia Hayden, and Miss Leslie Hernandez. Staff credentials listed for Sensei Kikuchi include 7th Dan Black Belt American Karate, 4th Dan Black Belt World Tae Kwon Do Federation, 2nd Dan Black Belt West Coast Martial Arts, Instructor Certifications in Haganah Israeli Defense and Muay Thai-Deth Kosin, CDT Tactical Master Instructor, American Council Martial Arts Instructor Certification, Martial Arts Industry Association Instructor Certification, and Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Credentials listed for Sensei Jackson include 3rd Degree Black Belt, Founder of Team Freestyle Performance, and President of Team Freestyle Foundation. Additional ranks listed are 2nd Degree Black Belt for Sensei Tad Anderson and Sensei Marina Hayden, and 1st Degree Black Belt for Mr. Mark Miller, Miss Maia Hayden, and Miss Leslie Hernandez.
The mission statement for Freestyle Martial Arts states that the program exists to empower, encourage, and inspire, and that it is committed to making the martial arts learning experience fun, safe, and professional. It states that Freestyle Martial Arts provides a comprehensive program for self-defense, fitness, and personal development, with instructors dedicated to helping families achieve their personal best in children’s and adult martial arts programs. The mission further states goals to empower students to achieve their personal best in life, encourage education, strong morals, and great character, enrich lives through excellent martial arts instruction, inspire others with honor, integrity, and loyalty, and a commitment to make a difference in the world. The Student Creed states that students are developing themselves in a positive manner mentally, physically, and spiritually, developing confidence, discipline, and respect, using martial arts to inspire a kind and compassionate world, and are dedicated and motivated to “Achieve Black Belt Excellence.”
Community involvement includes annual fundraisers benefiting youth-oriented charities and organizations through Break-a-thons, Kick-a-thons, and community service projects. These efforts have supported Rady Children’s Hospital, Voices for Children, UCSD Burn Unit, Barrio Logan College Institute, Polinsky Children’s Center/Promises 2 Kids, Ronald McDonald House, YMCA of San Diego County, San Diego Parks and Recreation, and other listed causes. The program also lists a Special Needs program with community service and free tuition, and philanthropy fundraisers for Rady’s Children Hospital, UCSD Burn Center, Voices for Children, Polinsky Center, Ronald McDonald House, YMCA, and a Teen Shelter.
Credentials and awards include being the home of Team Freestyle, the 2016, 2017, 2023, and 2025 ISKA World Champion Demonstration Team, a Channel 10 Leadership Award recipient, and recognition as County of San Diego Self Defense Expert – Mary D. The facts also list Dr. Phil Self Defense guest – Tracie Arlington, the San Diego Foundation – USA Freestyle Family College Scholarship, and a Team Freestyle Performance on the San Diego Padres Petco Park main field. Unique features listed include programs available for ages 3 and up and all skill levels, Zoom Training, Women’s Self Defense, a Special Needs program with community service and free tuition, Freestyle TV, and the option to start the journey for free and try a free class.
Last updated April 9, 2026.
• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Schedule: Class options Monday–Saturday within the hours of Monday–Friday 3–9pm and Saturday 7:30am–1pm
• Price: $100 off Our Programs
Freestyle Martial Arts was established in 1986 and has been serving San Diego County for 40 years. It is the home of Team Freestyle, the 2016, 2017, 2023, and 2025 ISKA World Champion Demonstration Team. The venue is described as Freestyle Martial Arts, the home of Team Freestyle, the 2016, 2017, 2023, and 2025 ISKA World Champion Demonstration Team.
The leadership team includes Founder Sensei Kikuchi and Head Instructor Sensei Jackson, along with Sensei Tad Anderson, Sensei Marina Hayden, Mr. Mark Miller, Miss Maia Hayden, and Miss Leslie Hernandez. Staff credentials listed for Sensei Kikuchi include 7th Dan Black Belt American Karate, 4th Dan Black Belt World Tae Kwon Do Federation, 2nd Dan Black Belt West Coast Martial Arts, Instructor Certifications in Haganah Israeli Defense and Muay Thai-Deth Kosin, CDT Tactical Master Instructor, American Council Martial Arts Instructor Certification, Martial Arts Industry Association Instructor Certification, and Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Credentials listed for Sensei Jackson include 3rd Degree Black Belt, Founder of Team Freestyle Performance, and President of Team Freestyle Foundation. Additional ranks listed are 2nd Degree Black Belt for Sensei Tad Anderson and Sensei Marina Hayden, and 1st Degree Black Belt for Mr. Mark Miller, Miss Maia Hayden, and Miss Leslie Hernandez.
The mission statement for Freestyle Martial Arts states that the program exists to empower, encourage, and inspire, and that it is committed to making the martial arts learning experience fun, safe, and professional. It states that Freestyle Martial Arts provides a comprehensive program for self-defense, fitness, and personal development, with instructors dedicated to helping families achieve their personal best in children’s and adult martial arts programs. The mission further states goals to empower students to achieve their personal best in life, encourage education, strong morals, and great character, enrich lives through excellent martial arts instruction, inspire others with honor, integrity, and loyalty, and a commitment to make a difference in the world. The Student Creed states that students are developing themselves in a positive manner mentally, physically, and spiritually, developing confidence, discipline, and respect, using martial arts to inspire a kind and compassionate world, and are dedicated and motivated to “Achieve Black Belt Excellence.”
Community involvement includes annual fundraisers benefiting youth-oriented charities and organizations through Break-a-thons, Kick-a-thons, and community service projects. These efforts have supported Rady Children’s Hospital, Voices for Children, UCSD Burn Unit, Barrio Logan College Institute, Polinsky Children’s Center/Promises 2 Kids, Ronald McDonald House, YMCA of San Diego County, San Diego Parks and Recreation, and other listed causes. The program also lists a Special Needs program with community service and free tuition, and philanthropy fundraisers for Rady’s Children Hospital, UCSD Burn Center, Voices for Children, Polinsky Center, Ronald McDonald House, YMCA, and a Teen Shelter.
Credentials and awards include being the home of Team Freestyle, the 2016, 2017, 2023, and 2025 ISKA World Champion Demonstration Team, a Channel 10 Leadership Award recipient, and recognition as County of San Diego Self Defense Expert – Mary D. The facts also list Dr. Phil Self Defense guest – Tracie Arlington, the San Diego Foundation – USA Freestyle Family College Scholarship, and a Team Freestyle Performance on the San Diego Padres Petco Park main field. Unique features listed include programs available for ages 3 and up and all skill levels, Zoom Training, Women’s Self Defense, a Special Needs program with community service and free tuition, Freestyle TV, and the option to start the journey for free and try a free class.
Last updated April 9, 2026.
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