PHAS3 Martial Arts

PHAS3 Martial Arts offers kids and adults training in martial arts, Muay Thai kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, beginner and intermediate Muay Thai and martial arts, advanced UFC and Muay Thai fighter training, and self-defense. Classes include warm ups such as jumping rope, shadow boxing, and calisthenics, followed by lessons that focus on proper technique, integrated combinations, and strategy. Striking with elbows, knees, and kicks is practiced using Thai pads, punching bags, partner work, and sparring drills, and safe but competitive sparring classes are available once a student feels comfortable with the basics. For a first class, participants are asked to wear something comfortable, bring water, and any minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Schedule: Business hours with class options Monday–Thursday 9:00 AM–8:00 PM, Friday 6:30 AM–8:00 PM, Saturday 8:30 AM–12:00 PM, and Sunday 11:00 AM–12:30 PM

PHAS3 Martial Arts is founded and led by instructor and owner Ben Brown, a world class coach who began training in martial arts at age 5, grew up in his father’s martial arts school, started teaching at 14, and has continued teaching martial arts for over 47 years, including more than 20 years at this location. He has trained military and law enforcement and has taught self-defense across the globe. While teaching in Taiwan, he trained in Thailand with Muay Thai legend and UFC coach Jongsanan Fairtex, known as the “Woodenman,” and became the first man in America to be certified by him. Ben Brown trains champion-level combat athletes who compete and win internationally, is a public and motivational speaker, and personally hand-selects PHAS3 instructors. PHAS3 offers classes for kids ages 5 and up, teenagers, and adults of every fitness and experience level, and provides training for the highest level of Muay Thai and MMA competition.

The program’s stated mission is to unlock the full potential of every individual through the transformative power of martial arts, with programs that focus on instilling discipline, enhancing confidence, nurturing resilience, and teaching life skills that are described as applicable in every facet of life. PHAS3 Martial Arts states that its goal is to help kids and their families within the community and that it is committed to making its community a better place. PHAS3 has worked closely with local schools and law enforcement toward this goal.

PHAS3 Martial Arts has been awarded the Go2 Karate Distinction Award for Santa Rosa, CA, in recognition of its dedication to community enrichment. The program notes that its instructors have successfully improved the physical fitness of participants ranging from NFL football players to stay-at-home moms. PHAS3 also offers an online special of two free weeks for new participants and an exclusive free e-book download titled “Why Martial Arts Can Positively Change Lives,” authored by Go2Karate.com Founder Tracy Lee Thomas.

Parent and student testimonials describe experiences at PHAS3 Martial Arts. One parent, Liz Hanley, reports that the entire team has had an impact on her family and that both of her children, who have different needs and personalities, have “grown and learned so much while strengthening their minds and bodies,” and she notes being impressed with the instructors’ ability to connect with students. Student Robbinson Galvez, identified as the current #1 ranked welterweight in the world, describes PHAS3 as “the best Kickboxing/Muay Thai school in the area,” credits head coach Ben Brown with changing his life and improving his fighting career, and notes that high-level competitors train alongside beginners. Other testimonials from Joey Duncan, Barbara Schilling, and John Rosenbaum describe feeling energized after training, valuing the people and environment, and finding the coaches particularly strong with beginners.

Last updated May 15, 2026.